Hazel Simons
October 1, 1925 ~ May 19, 2012
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Hazel J. Simons, 86, of Miller, SD and formerly of St. Lawrence, SD, passed peacefully surrounded by loving family on Saturday May 19, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Society in Miller.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Miller with Father Chester Murtha, celebrant. Burial followed at St. Joseph Cemetery at Wessington. Visitation was held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2012 with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service, all at the church.
Hazel Haigh was born October 1, 1925 in Frankfort, South Dakota to John and Florence (Belcher) Haigh. Hazel attended and graduated from Redfield High School. She attended Northern Normal School and taught rural school in northwest Beadle County. On November 3, 1945, Hazel married Arnold E. Simons at Wessington, South Dakota. To this union of sixty years were born eight children; Lloyd (Joan) Simons of Pierre, Rita (Mike) Beaner of Miller, Vera (Dennis) Blachford of Blue Springs, MO, Ruth (James) Waddell of Kansas City, MO, Verna Cleaver of Lincoln, NE, Gale (Mike) Poole of Marietta, GA, and Gloria (Mark) Rowen of Sioux Falls.
Hazel’s greatest pleasure was her family. She enjoyed her numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved gardening, her flowers and bird watching. She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church and Altar Society.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold; her parents; son, Loren; three brothers; and a granddaughter.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Hazel’s arrangements.
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Was so sorry to read of Hazel’s passing. She is finally at rest with no pain with your dad in heaven. I bet they’re dancing with the angels right now! Remember all the good times with your parents and may your memories console you now and always. God Bless her and you during this difficult time…
I am so saddened to hear about the loss of your mom. My thoughts are with you during this time difficult time. Be well.
Verna,
I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. I’m here for you if you need anything.
Love, Ricky
Verna, I’m so sorry to hear about your recent loss of your mother. You have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you
Thinking of your family at this time. I was reflecting on all the great times had at the Haigh picnic in Wessington. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.