Henry J. Harden
- Mar 17, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 25, 2025
1940 - 2025
OBITUARY
Henry (“Hank”) Joseph Harden, 85, of New Hyde Park, NY, peacefully went to his eternal rest on March 16, 2025, at Sunrise on Providence Memory Care in Charlotte, NC. He was born on January 16, 1940, in Brooklyn, NY to Michael and Josephine Harden. He joins his first wife Carol (née Kubik), his second wife Joan (née Pandolfi), his sister Kamila Rakowicz, and his grandson Christopher. He is survived by his children Ted (Mary), Christine Zoeller (Vincent Bellino), Paul (MaryAnn), Peter (Gerry), Linda Allen (Joe); stepchildren Louis Pandolfi (Michele), Joan Moore (Doug), and Lisa Rakowicz (Marc); 13 grandchildren, and 2 greatgrandchildren. He is also survived by his sister Teresa Kotas. Henry worked for the US Postal Service for 36 years, first as a Letter Carrier then Fleet Maintenance Supervisor. He bravely served his community for 64 years as a volunteer firefighter with the New Hyde Park Fire Department at Protection Engine Company Number 2, reaching the esteemed rank of Honorary Chief. A Navy Veteran, he was an active member of the USS Sierra (AD-18) Veteran’s Association, attending reunions with his fellow shipmates. He loved traveling, especially to Aruba with Joan. Henry was deeply devoted to his children and their families, and he will be dearly missed by all. Visitation will be held on March 27, 2025, from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm at New Hyde Park Funeral Home, 506 Lakeville Rd, New Hyde Park, NY 11040. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on March 28, 2025, at 10:00 am at St. Hedwig’s Church, One Depan Ave, Floral Park, NY 11001, followed immediately by burial at Cemetery of the Holy Rood, Westbury, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the New Hyde Park Fire Department, In Memory of Honorary Chief Henry J. Harden # 390, 1555 Jericho Tpk, New Hyde Park, NY, 11040 on their website Donate | New Hyde Park Fire Department or The Brain Injury Association of New York State through their website (https://bianys.org/).
VISITATION
Thursday, March 27 4:00 - 9:00 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTAIN BURIAL
Friday, March 28 10:00 AM St. Hedwig R.C. Church 1 Depan Avenue, Floral Park, NY
INTERMENT
Holy Rood Cemetery 111 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY
My heart is sad for all of you. I heard so much about Hank throughout the years and how adored he was. He could not have asked for more devoted children. I hope you find some peace, knowing he is at peace, in a place where there is no pain , only light and love, and GOD has him and will take care of him. I will be praying for all of you. With sincere condolences , Hennie
Mark and I send our heart felt condolences to you all and will be thinking about you these next few days as you say your good byes. May he rest in peace and may your happy memories carry you through your grief. Beth and Mark
To the family of Hank Harden: my late husband John and myself had the privilege of meeting Hank and Joan in Maine for the USS Sierra ship's reunion. We attended several reunions with them and always enjoyed being together. Thank you Hank for your service to your country and your community. Rest in the arms of God together with all your loving family and friends who went before you.
Joan Burlew
John Burlew dec. (USS Sierra AD-18)