Joseph A. Hardy III helped to develop the resort’s Mystic Rock golf course, which opened in 1995 and hosted the PGA 84 Lumber Classic from 2003 to 2006.
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Joseph A. Hardy III was born on January 7, 1923, and died on 7th January 2023 on his 100th birthday. Joseph A.
He was survived by three stepsons, his second wife as well as his current wife, according to Beinhauer Funeral Home.
The deceased was an alumnus of the University of Pittsburgh. 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.
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“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.”
According to the announcement given, a public service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. in Westminster Presbyterian Church followed by full military honors.
Friends and families will be welcomed from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Beinhauer Funeral Home in McMurray.
What does Joe Hardy own?
Joe Hardy, also known as Joseph A. Hardy III, was the founder and CEO of 84 Lumber Company, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, and Hardy World.
What family owns 84 Lumber?
Joseph A. Hardy III and his family owns 84 Lumber Company. Currently, his daughter, Maggie Hardy Magerko, is the owner of 84 Lumber, the largest privately-owned building materials supplier in the U.S., and Nemacolin Woodlands Resort. The business was handed over to her in 1992.


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