Deonna Michelle Hardin, 53, of Bryant, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, August 8th, 2023. She was born on Friday, September 12th, 1969, to Jeff Hardin and Lawanna Machycek.

Deonna was a free spirit. She was the most caring and big-hearted person on the face of this earth. Deonna was always willing to do anything for anyone. She was witty, outgoing and would beat anybody to the punch. Deonna had a heart of gold, however, she also had a smart-ass mouth, one of her many characteristics she instilled in both her children. She may not have had much, but would be the first to offer the shirt off her back. Deonna had different values than most. While others value money or objects. Deonna valued quality time and elephants. She never met a stranger, and always had her own opinion which could sometimes be misunderstood. To say she will be missed is an understatement. We will all carry on in honor of Deonna Michelle Hardin. "Bam Bam" Dynamite comes in small packages, but nitrogen is an even smaller package.

Deonna is preceded by her father, Jeff Hardin and son, Justin Guppy.

She is survived by her mother, Lawanna Machycek (John); brother, Wes Hardin (Marsha); son, Blake Lockert; daughter, Victoria Swan(Kenjii); grandsons, Austin Glover and Obie; granddaughters, Ember Reeves, Addyson Ringo and Bella; beloved companion, Moby Dick the Great White Pit; half-sister, Pattie Machycek; half-brother, Johnny Machycek; along with a host of family and friends who all love Deonna and will miss her dearly.

Celebration of life will be held Tuesday, August 15th, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home.