Jill Elizabeth Hardy, 55, of Dawsonville, died Jan. 16, 2015.

Born March 24, 1959 in Atlanta to the late James H. and Marjorie D. Hardy, Jill grew up in Sandy Springs and moved towards North Georgia as an adult to enjoy her horses in the countryside of Forsyth and Dawson counties. A true animal lover, she never was without dogs, rabbits or any animal that needed shelter, food and care.

Jill also had a love of music and a talent to play acoustic guitar. She passed that love and talent to her two sons.

She was of the Christian faith.

Her brother, James H. Hardy Jr., also preceded her in death.

Survivors include her sons, Charles Davis Lloyd and Clayton Lloyd; grandson, Otis Lloyd; sister and brother-in-law, Joan H. and Hal Nissley; nephews, Evan Nissley and Tiffany, Adam and Dylan Nissley; niece, Shannon H. Shelton and children, Jason, Hannah, Joshua and Jordan; fiancé, Russell Westrooks; his children, Jill and Art Westbrooks Hall, Jacob Westbrooks; granddaughter, Stormy Hall; various other relatives also survive.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Bearden Funeral Home of Dawsonville is in charge of the arrangements.