Stephan Anderson Hardin (Bishop) of Independence, MO passed away July 23, 2026 at Centerpoint Medical Center, surrounded by love from family and friends. Visitation will be held at 4pm for family and 5pm to 6pm for the public, services will follow at 6pm on July 29, 2026 at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home located at 1823 N. Blue Mills RD, Independence, MO 64058.
He was born 7/16/1978 in Kansas City, Kansas. He was married to Jessica Hardin on 4/18/2002. Together there they have 9 children. He worked as a Level One Med Aide in assisted living facilities. He was working towards getting his CNA license. As a young adult he enjoyed gaming, practicing martial arts with his friends. As an adult he enjoyed cooking, going to the movies, gaming, his job, and most importantly family time. He was very energetic, outgoing, and was always trying to make someone laugh. He was loved by everyone who came in contact with him. He knew exactly how to bring cheer and laughter to anyone.
He was preceded in death by his mother Vera Hardin, father David Hardin, brother Gale Hardin, sister Aunea, and sister Audrey Hardin Vaughn.
He is survived by his wife of 24 yrs Jessica Hardin, 9 children, Stephen Jr, Lekel, Cj, Samuel, Deyja, Abby, Stephan, Niqulez, and Phillip. Two sisters, Stephanie Berry, and Angie Hardin. Three brothers, Kevin Hardin, Kenneth Hardin, and David Hardin, mother-in-law Waneta Capell, father-in-law Gregory Capell (Aline). As well as several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Obituary submitted by the family.
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