JOSEPH ANTHONY HARDING, age 97, passed away on June 16, 2026. Loving husband of the late Louise Harding (nee Leptach); beloved father of Pamela Kessen (Paul), David Harding (Denise), and Nancy Rolsen (Kenneth); cherished grandfather of Elizabeth Gioia (Brian), Dana Eppele (Bob), Matthew Harding, Mark Harding, Kennan Rolsen, Karlen Manley (Brandon), and Kaylen Rolsen; dear great grandfather of Jack Gioia and Hunter Gioia. He is the son of the late Jospeh and Ann Hradisky, and brother of the late Ed Hradisky, and uncle to Ed and Johnny Hradisky. Joseph was a third-degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 3970, of Independence. He loved anything regarding cowboys and wore Stetson hats that resembled those of his favorite cowboy actor, Tom Mix. Joseph owned and loved his 1930 Indian Scout, model 101, motorcycle. He was also a lifelong fan of the Cincinnati Bengals. Friends may call at the FERFOLIA FUNERAL HOME, 356 W. AURORA RD (ST. RTE. 82), SAGAMORE HILLS, FOR VISITATION, THURSDAY, 5-7 PM. Funeral Friday, 9:30 am, at the funeral home. Mass of Christian burial, Friday, 10:00 am, St. Basil the Great, Brecksville. Interment Brecksville Highland Drive Cemetery. The family suggests donations to the Knights of Columbus at https://www.kofc.org/get-involved/donate/ for their continued acts of service.

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