Hazel A. Patterson, age 81, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 in Muskegon. She was born on August 27, 1936 to the late Early L. and Ada L. (Jones) French. Hazel enjoyed her flower garden, yard work, baking great desserts, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her daughter, Debra (Robert) Christensen, her three sons Ronald, Donald, and Thomas (Shelia), a sister, Vivian Lowe, a brother, Kenneth French, six grandchildren Sarah Christensen, Rob (Allison) Christensen, Brandi (Ryan) Aldridge, Stephanie Patterson, Thomas Patterson, Lila Patterson, five great grandchildren, and her two loyal dogs Mikki and Zuzu.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Harvey, of 59 years, a son Ray, and four brothers and sisters.
There will be a Celebration of Life Service on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Ever Rest Funeral Home & Chapel at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Muskegon Humane Society.