Michael "Tyler" Hardin

Michael "Tyler" Hardin, of Bel Air, MD, passed away suddenly on December 30, 2018. He lived a short, but meaningful, 26 years. He was born on April 14,1992 in Baltimore, MD the son of the loving Michael Lee Hardin. Tyler was embraced with the loving care of his grandparents, Victoria and James Lee Hardin, Jr. and his aunt/second mother, LeeAnne Helen Hardin.

In addition, Tyler is survived by his huge, loving family; his stepmother, Eileen Hardin; siblings, Shelbi Smith, Rachel, Lauren, Cody, and Shanna Hardin, Dominick and Bailee Kenney, Emilee, Riley, and Carson Axelsson, Ashton Owens, Molly and Alex DePasquale, and the late, T.J. Kenney; grandparents, Victoria Hardin, and late, James Lee Hardin Jr.; biological mother, Kimberly Owens. Along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and loving friends.

Tyler attended C. Milton Wright High School and Dallastown High School, where he graduated in 2010. He enjoyed traveling and had a special love for Hawaii. He lived his lifelong dream of residing in Hawaii for a period of time with intentions to return one day. His affinity for sunsets could only be surpassed by his passion for good food and the delivery of a well-timed corny joke. Tyler's enormous heart allowed him to touch the lives of many. He was an old soul that lit up the room and life was better with him in our world.

Contributions may be made to Youth Drug Awareness and Prevention, Inc. or http://www.ydaap.com