Harry Wardell should not be confused with Harry Wardle.
Henry John Wardell (1890 - 1972) was a notable New Zealand pastoralist, businessman and wool industry leader. He was born in Dunedin, New Zealand, in 1890.
In the 1960 New Year Honours, Wardell was appointed a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George, in recognition of his service as chairman of the New Zealand Wool Board.