Merle (née Cunningham) Hazelwood
August 17, 2021
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Merle Hazelwood (née Cunningham) on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Merle was married to Bert Hazelwood for 60 years until his passing in 2009. Treasured mother of Mary de Papp (Bryan) and Nancy Hazelwood (John Moffatt). Adored Grandma/Gammy of Stephanie Barfoot (Jeff), Michael de Papp (Jasmine), and Brent and Jess Moffatt. Loving GG of Sophia, Kate, Alex, and Rachel. Sister of Irene Lasenby. Sister-in-law of Maureen Hazelwood. Loved by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Olive. Merle worked as an elementary school teacher for over 40 years. She was an avid dancer, spending many evenings dancing at the Stork Club in Port Stanley, Wonderland Gardens, or wherever the music was playing. She enjoyed watching all of the sports and music her grandchildren took part in. As a senior, she belonged to the Huff N’ Puff Association and danced with the Classic Tappers, performing at many venues, including Roy Thomson Hall. Merle loved golf, music, playing piano, and life itself. Special thanks to Dr. Crabbe, Dr. Hamilton’s palliative care, and Florence. Somewhere tonight Merle and Bert are youthful and dancing together again. A Celebration of Life will be conducted at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at 3:00 p.m., with visitation from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Registration is required to attend.
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Just now saw Merles death notice,and want to extend my sympathy,She was a special lady,and I am so happy I had the opportunity to know her for a few years. She was an inspiration to all, so vibrant, and will be deeply missed by all of you. My deepest sympathy to you and family. Joanne
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We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Merle. Our deepest sympathy to the family. You will always be able to cherish the good memories. Don and Ruth Ann Cunningham
Aunt Merle lived life to its fullest. I have so many great memories from our times at the Lodge, our Caribbean vacations and our family get togethers. Our sympathies are with Mary, Nancy and their families at this difficult time. We will miss Aunt Merle very much but take solace in the thought of her and Uncle Bert together once again.
Mary, Brian and all, our sincere condolences. So sad to lose Merle, but what wonderful memories you have of her and what a great legacy of a beautiful family she and Bert left!
Mary, Brian and Nancy and families, I am very sorry to hear of your mom, mother in laws passing. She was a lovely, kind lady. She was very good to me in my younger years. Her house was always open to friends. My deepest condolences to you all. Bev Burns
To all Merle's Family; We are saddened by the passing of long time friend Merle. We entered Grade 9 together in Lucan High School in 1939. More recently, four of us survivors from the same Grade 9 Class met each year at the Irish Benevolent Society celebration of March 17 - Merle, the late Dorothy (Flannigan) Blake, Sr. Eunice Hennessy and me. Now we are two.
We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Merle's passing. Our sincere condolences and long-distance hugs to Mary and Nancy and families.
Bryan, Mary and families, Sending our sympathy to you all and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers on the passing of your beautiful mom, grandmother and GG. She was a remarkable and inspirational lady, loved by so many. We know you will miss her greatly, but she is now free of pain and able to dance with your dad again! May all your happy times together help you all to smile again as you remember Merle in the days ahead. Hugs .... to all the family.
Bryan, Mary and families.....sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother, grandmother, GG.....she was an amazing and inspirational lady whom I always admired for her 'joie de vive'! My only wish is that the pain and sadness you feel today will soon be replaced by all the wonderful memories you will carry in your hearts forever.....love and hugs to all!
Charlie and Betty were good friends with Bert and Merle. They were great friends and had alot of good times together. Mom (Betty) is in Craigwiell Nursing Home, we always asked Jack Ryan how Merle was doing. Our deepest sympathy in your loss.
Merle was a beautiful and kind person. She was loved by all our family and will be dearly missed. Our love and condolences to Mary, Nancy and families.
My deepest sympathies go out to Mary, Nancy and their families, and also to Merle's sister Irene and her family. She was one classy and very sweet lady. She had a great life and will be missed by all. She'll now be reunited with Bert and Olive. Love to all of the family. Lori M-Potts
I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Merle. I send my condolences to Mary and Nancy and their families. I am sure that she is very happy now being with Uncle Bert. I remember many sleepovers on Commissioners in our teenage years.
I am saddened to hear of Aunt Merle's passing. What a lady she was. I loved watching her and Uncle Bert dance. I fondly remember our family gatherings on Commissioners Road. She will be missed but never forgotten. I send my heartfelt condolences to Mary, Nancy and families.
I am saddened to hear of Aunt Merle's passing. What a lady she was. I loved watching her and Uncle Bert dance. I fondly remember our family gatherings on Commissioners Road. She will be missed but never forgotten.
I am saddened to hear of Aunt Merle's passing. My deepest sympathies to Mary & Bryan, Nancy & John, and their families. Aunt Merle was an incredible lady; a real sweetheart. Her kindness, sense of humour, and zest for life were only a few of the qualities I admired. I know she will be dearly missed, and never forgotten.
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