Jackson Alexander Hardy, 3 years old, died April 9, 2025. Funeral services will begin at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the Bah Kho Je Chena building in Perkins, Oklahoma. Burial will follow in the Iowa tribal Cemetery. Strode Funeral Home and Cremation is in charge of the arrangements.

Born on April 16, 2021, Jackson brought with him a bright light and a fiery spirit that touched every life he encountered. Fearless, adventurous, and full of joy, Jackson approached the world with wonder and excitement, lighting up every room with his brilliant smile and contagious laughter.

Jackson was a cherished son, grandson, cousin, and friend. He loved his Mommy and Daddy fiercely, keeping them on their toes and filling their days with boundless energy, laughter, and unconditional love. He found delight in life's simplest pleasures, fishing with Nana and Papa, exploring parks, playing with cousins and friends, and traveling to new places with Grandma. To Jackson, every moment was an adventure.

He had a special gift for love. His hugs could heal, his laugh could uplift, and his presence brought joy to everyone who knew him. Jackson never met a stranger-he gave love as easily as he received it, with a heart open to the world and a spirit full of wild wonder.

Though his time with us was heartbreakingly short, Jackson left a mark deeper than words can convey. His sweet smile, his silly little side-eye, and his unshakable joy will live on forever in the hearts of those who loved him.

Jackson made all of us better simply by being who he was. His spirit, his love, and his light remain with us always.

Jackson is preceded in death by his uncle's, Charley Rogers and Luther Songer.

He is survived by his loving parents Chance Hardy and Amber Songer; grandparents Rita Songer, Jimmy Songer, Tricia Hardy, Philip Rogers, Ashley Vorris, Patricia Hardy, Glenna Whitley, and Johnny Bass; his aunties, Maxine Bass ,Raven Hardy, Deborah Blackburn, Raven Songer and Jimma Songer; uncles Blaine Bass, Isaiah Songer, Kiamichi Songer, Elijah Songer, John Blackburn; his cousins, Marcus Hardy, Magnus Harris, and many extended family members and countless others who were blessed to know and love him.

In lieu of customary remembrances, the family asks that you honor Jackson's memory by sharing love freely, finding joy in everyday moments, and embracing the world with the same sense of wonder he carried so effortlessly.