Dorothy Hardy: Meet Joseph A. Hardy III First Wife

Joseph A. Hardy III was an American businessman and the founder and CEO of 84 Lumber Company, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, and Hardy World.

Joseph A. Hardy III was born on January 7, 1923, and died on 7th January 2023 on his 100th birthday. He was survived by three stepsons, his second wife as well as his current wife, according to Beinhauer Funeral Home.

To affirm his death, the vice president of marketing for 84 Lumber, Amy Smiley, confirms to Pittsburgh’s Action News 4 in a statement that reads:

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph A. Hardy, III. The Hardy family lost their patriarch and an all-around great man. Many knew Joe as a brilliant businessman and enthusiastic entrepreneur. Even with his vast success, Joe always remembered what matters most: people. He helped make the American dream real for so many, and he will be greatly missed.

“Joe proved that nothing is impossible by willing himself to his 100th birthday. His family is beyond proud of him for making this final accomplishment.”

Meet Joseph A. Hardy III First Wife

Joseph A. Hardy III’s first wife is Dorothy Hardy. Joseph A. Hardy III married his first wife, Dorothy Hardy from 1947 to 1997. Dorothy Hardy and Joseph A. Hardy III had five children.