Betty Joyce Hardiman, age 80, of Ardmore, TN, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at Donalson Care Center, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly. Betty found joy in the simple pleasures of life, from the challenge of a crossword puzzle to the quiet companionship of her cats.
Born in Lincoln County on December 30, 1945, to the late Roy Wesley and Mary Sue Hardiman, Betty was a hardworking woman who dedicated many years to Serbin, Blue Ridge Shirt, and Lincoln Manufacturing Companies. She was a member of the Coldwater Community Church. When she wasn’t caring for those around her, Betty enjoyed sewing, shopping, and settling in for a good mystery show.
She is survived by her siblings, Dwayne Hardiman, Bobby Hardiman, and Julia Atchley, along with a host of nieces and nephews who will miss her deeply. Betty now joins her parents and her siblings, James Hardiman, Rev. Roy Hardiman, Jr., Linda Brooks, and Rosa Lee Hardiman, who preceded her in death.
Visitation will be held Friday, January 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Higgins Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 PM with burial at New Grove Cemetery.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Betty Joyce Hardiman.
We want to thank you for the love and care that was provided to our loved one. The support and compassion that brought much peace to us today. Days like today are hard to work through but the kindness and guidance made it easier. So we thank you greatly from the bottom of our hearts and helping us through today so we could lay our loved one at her final resting place. ❤️❤️
Julia so sorry to hear of Miss Betty’s passing. I remember her when I worked at blue ridge. She was always so nice. My thoughts and prayers are with your family
So sorry to hear this prayers to the family
We are So Sorry. God Bless the Family with Comfort and Peace in the Days To Come. 🙏❤️❤️
Rest in peace Betty you are free from suffering anymore we will miss you and hearing your voice Love you your Sister Julia