Obituary of A.Hazel Tiessen
Tiessen, (Adina) Hazel
1929-2019
Lifetime resident of Leamington, passed away on July 28, 2019 at Leamington Mennonite Home. She was predeceased by beloved husband Jack N. Tiessen (1988) and daughter, Virginia Tiessen Rawlinson (2005). She is survived by children Barbara (Bob Stephens), David (Judy), Mike (Caron), Mark, and son-in-law Bob Rawlinson. Devoted Gramma to Kristy Child, Kyle (Connie), Gillian Collins (James), and Grace Tiessen. Also survived by sister Erna Klassen, sisters-in-law Ann and Agnes Tiessen and Eleanor (Jake) Epp. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Hazel was step-grandmother to Sandee (Mike) Bradt and Shawn (Erin) Stephens and was Gramma Hazel to Meghan (Jake O’Neil), Maia and Jordan Bradt as well as to Ella and Chloe Stephens. She was special great, great grandmother to Declan O’Neil. After Jack’s death, Hazel lived alone and independently on the family farm on Hwy 3 east of Leamington, for 30 years. She loved “my land” and refused to leave it til her health declined in 2017. She was known for the ornamental cement goose in her front yard which she dressed in clothes she sewed for it. She delighted in seeing the little children from the day care centre across the side road, come to visit and admire the goose. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Leamington Mennonite Home for their care and compassion. A private celebration of Hazel’s life was held. If desired, memorial donations made to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street Leamington (519-326-2631) entrusted with arrangements. Share words of comfort or make an online donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Death notice for the town of: Leamington, Province: Ontario