Hazel Ruth Hagen (Weeldreyer), 96

MONTE VISTA— Hazel Ruth Hagen (Weeldreyer), 96, passed away Friday, Jan. 11, 2019 at the Monte Vista Estates.

Hazel was born Dec. 6, 1922 in Chancellor, S.D. to Herman Weeldreyer and Gertie Cassens. After marrying the love of her life Melvin O. Hagen on April 25, 1946, she pursued a life of love and kindness as a homemaker and part-time seamstress for her husband and children. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grand-mother.

She was preceded in death by her parents Herman and Gertie, her husband Melvin, six of her seven siblings and her daughter Danice Rockey.

She is survived by her children Shawn Hagen of Sioux Falls, S.D. and Patricia Romero (Austin) of Monte Vista; her grandsons Sheldon Rockey (Nicole) and Brandon Rockey both of Center; four great-granddaughters, her sister Audrey Mechels of Sioux Falls, SD and numerous nieces and nephews.

It was Hazel’s wish to be cremated and then buried at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Parker, S.D. at a later date.

Rogers Family Mortuary in Monte Vista was in charge of arrangements. To leave words of condolence, tribute, or comfort for Hazel’s Family you can do so at www.rogersfunerals.com