Harden - Ernest Duane Harden,Sr., of Callahan, Florida passed away on August 6, 2022, at the age of 79. He was born and went to school in Homestead, Florida but resided most of his life in Jacksonville, Florida with his wife Linda Guy Harden. His accomplishments were many, including serving in the United States Navy, earning Eagle Scout, and becoming a Mason, however, some of his best and favorites were graduation from the University of Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Science, graduating from the University of North Florida with his Master's Degree, and becoming a father to two children and stepfather to two more. Ernest started at IBM in his first career as a computer engineer, but his real talent was as a business owner, having several successful businesses, Professional Computer Solutions of Jacksonville, Computer Traders of Jacksonville and then property management. He loved to build, work, and accomplish things, but also had time for his adventures which included scuba diving, airplanes, boating, hunting, fishing, and camping. Ernest touched many lives in a positive way, especially through Bible study to understand the word of God and he was proud of the relationships he built with others over so many years.  He is preceded in death by his parents, William (Joe) Harden and Evelyn Gamber Harden; grandmother, Floy Gamber; stepdaughter, Jami Havelin.

Ernest is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Linda Guy Harden; children, Captain (Retired) Ernest (Cindy) Harden, II, Elva Peppers, Mary (Keith) Parramore; grandchildren, Ben (Missy) Harden, Sam Harden, Joel Harden, Micah Harden, Lindsey (Cody) Boomer, Austin Peppers, Lacey (Nicholas) Zaharevitz, Haley Wojtowicz; great-grandchildren, Evelynn and Penelope Zaharevitz, Aiden White and Alton Boomer; siblings, Joanne Mattson, Floyd (Judi) Harden, Pat Kittle; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Ernest's Life will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. with Bro. Lee Bradley officiating.  Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mayo Clinic Cardiac Research Department at www.philanttopy.mayoclinic.org .  Lunch for family and friends will immediately follow the service at Callahan First Baptist Church, 45090 Green Ave, Callahan, Florida. The arrangements are under the care and direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US-1, Callahan, Florida 32011, 904-879-1770. Visit www.nassaufh.com to sign the family's guest book.