Obituary of Hazel Ada Randles

The death of Hazel Randles of Quispamsis, NB, wife of Bill Randles, occurred Thursday, June 10th, 2010, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Chipman, NB, she was the daughter of the late Almond and Marie (Bishop) Darrah. Hazel was a faithful member of The United Church of Canada and attended the Quispamsis United Church. She was also a member of the Nauwigewauk Darlings Senior’s group. In her younger years, Hazel was employed at the former Netherwood School for Girls and after raising her children she became a self-employed caregiver. Hazel was full of compassion and was always ready to lend a helping hand or provide a listening ear to anyone in need. She loved to laugh and her infectious laughter will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Hazel enjoyed quilting and loved the outdoors. She had many fond memories of her time spent going for walks and simply enjoying the beauty of nature. Most of all, Hazel loved spending time with her family and will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, sister and friend. Besides her husband, Bill, Hazel is also survived by her daughter, Janet Randles (Paul Owen) of Hampton; her son, Tim Randles (Nadine) of Richmond, BC; three sisters, Carrie Vince (Ray) of Quispamsis, Vera Protz and Marylou Dickinson (Randy) both of Chipman; four brothers, Archie (Rita) and Johnny both of Chipman, Bobby (Sharon) of Oromocto and Alex (Barb) of Long Creek; many sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; a special aunt and uncle; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Hazel was predeceased by her infant daughter in 1963, her son, William in 2001, one sister, Lorna Hopkins and two brothers, Hazen and Basil. Resting at Kennebecasis Community Funeral Home, 152 Pettingill Road, Quispamsis, NB, (506) 849-2119 with visitation on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 15th, 2010 from Quispamsis United Church, 372 Hampton Road, Quispamsis, at 11:00 AM. A reception will follow the service, at the church hall. Interment will take place in Fernhill Cemetery, Saint John. For those who wish, donations may be made to Romero House - Soup Kitchen, Hestia House or to The Children’s Wish Foundation. Online donations and condolences may be made at: www.kennebecasisfh.com