Memory of
Richard L. Harden

MTROBON KIWANIS CLUB
TRIBUTE TO RICHARD HARDEN

November 20, 2008

I rise in tribute to our fellow Kiwanian and friend Richard Harden, longtime community leader and quiet doer of so many good deeds.  Richard was an original member of the Audubon Kiwanis Club and took responsibility for the success of the club from its inception.  He quickly became known throughout Division 12 and the entire Kentucky-Tennessee District as a leader who could always be counted on to initiate projects, motivate members, promote Kiwanis programs and create goodwill.  Richard may have been an Audubon member, but he was viewed as a resource and reliable worker by all Kiwanians who had the good fortune to know him.  The example he set as an effective leader was marked by humility in service throughout his wide ranging interests in the funeral industry, his church, his clubs, his community and above all, his loving family.  Today, we are proud to have Eleanor, Lisa and Bruce with us.  Many of us have known Richard’s family over the years because of the help they provided on various projects including Homearama, Kiwanis Children’s Christmas, Christmas Is For Kids and so many other events and projects where they contributed materially to our success.  We want that wonderful family to know how much we loved and respected Richard and that we acknowledge their unfailing support.

In this remembrance we close by saluting the uncountable selfless acts of kindness by our beloved friend and leader.  He will long be remembered as the principle binding element in the life of the MetroBon Kiwanis Club and he leaves a vacant place at our table and in our hearts.

Please join me in a toast to the life and service of this good man, Richard L Harden.  May his abundant contributions be long remembered.