William Michael Hardin passed away on May 30, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Betty Jo Hardin. He is survived by two sons; Michael Bailey Hardin and William Travis Hardin, one daughter; Crystal Hardin (Tim Stanton), grandchildren; Charles Bailey Lee, Madalin Nicole Thompson, and several other grandkids; two great grandkids, and one brother; Marty Hardin. He was a mechanic and loved working on cars and watching racing. He loved watching westerns and spending time with family when he was able. He was a loving husband and father and was of the Baptist faith.