Hardy Lorick began his journey of life on April 16th in 1937 and
entered eternal rest on June 2, 2026, peacefully at his home in
Hyattsville Maryland. He was the beloved son of the late Henry Lorick
and Margaret ( Springs ) Lorick.
Hardy accepted Christ at an early age and baptized Rock Hill Baptist
Church, then later he joined and continued his fellowship at First
Baptist Church of Deanwood.
Hardy grew up in Saluda and attended public school in Saluda County.
He married his sweetheart Rosa Bell. Together they moved to
Washington D.C. and later started their own family.
He began his career at the Washington Gas Light Company and

dedicated 45 years of service, where he was highly respected and well-
liked by so many of his peers

Hardy was a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather. Family
was the cornerstone of Hardy’s life, there was nothing that he would not
do to help them when the time arose. Whether you were facing or going
through a difficult moment, rest assure you could count on him being
there for you. He would always greet you with a warm dimple smile,
and a big hug.
He took pride in his appearance, a man with undeniable style. Hardy
was would rarely been seen without one of his signature hats and
perfectly pressed suit. “He didn’t go unnoticed when he stepped into a
room.”

During his retirement years, Hardy enjoyed attending family gatherings,
taking long jogs, gardening, bike riding, hunting, fishing and playing in
the yard with his canine sidesick ,“Girl.” And most of all spending time
with his children and grandchildren. Those who knew him will remember
his loving and generous spirit, and the joy he took in life’s simple
moments.
He was preceded in death by his wife: Rosa Bell Christie; son: Norman
Lorick; sisters: Annie Ruth and Lucile; brothers: Henry Bell, Jessie,
Curtis, Johnny Lee and Frank.
Harsy leaves behind a legacy of love through his surviving family
members: his daughter Debra Williams, SC; son; Rodney, MD, Butch,
SC and Michael, SC; brother: Willbert ( Grace) Lorick, SC; sister:
Mable ( George ) Crouch, SC; sister-in-law: Clara Lorick NC; four
grandchildren: Tracey, Mya, Hardy Mya and Norman and host of nieces
and nephews.

“ The True measure of a life well-lived is
The love lefT behind in The hearTs of Those

who remain.”