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Hazel Oliver Obituary

Mrs. Hazel (Blocksidge) Oliver passed away peacefully on July 15. She was 95 years old. She was the daughter of the late Charles L. and Florence Blocksidge of Lynn. She was devoted to her family; her late husband Emerson, and her three daughters, Susan Schneider of Marblehead, Sarah Oliver and Janet Oliver of Portland, Oregon. Hazel also adored her two grandsons, Franz and Andrew Schneider of Marblehead. She was a diligent volunteer and devoted her organizational talents to many different causes. She was instrumental in helping to raise the money needed to restore the wallpaper in Marblehead's Lee Mansion, and was involved in planning many projects for what became the Peabody Essex Museum. She was also a member of the Ladies' Committee at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. A passionate gardener, she was a member of both the Marblehead and Winter Garden Clubs. Hazel was the sister of the late Marjorie Blatchford and the late Muriel Justice. In addition to her daughters and grandsons she will also be remembered by her nieces and nephew. A private memorial service will be held later this summer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Marblehead Museum and Historical Society, 170 Washington Street, Marblehead 01945. For online guestbook please visit www.eustisandcornellfuneralhome.com

Published by The Marblehead Reporter from Jul. 22 to Jul. 29, 2013.
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Dear Susan, Sally, and Janet,
I have fond memories of visiting you, Aunt Hazel, and Uncle Emerson in Marblehead. I especially remember watching your mom "in action" and thinking there was something extraordinary and grand about her - a true lady! Emerson was my mom's cousin (her only cousin) but he was know to us as Uncle Emerson and your mom as Aunt Hazel so it was with sadness that my mom and I read of her passing. I can see from the comments here that she lead a wonderful life and touched many people. My mom sends her condolences and love as do I.
Roxanne Wilderman and Natalie Dane Richdale

Roxanne Wilderman

August 17, 2013

Dear,Susan, Sally, and Janet,

I'm so sorry to hear about Aunt Hazel..I have fond memories of visiting you all at your home in Marblehead when we were kids. I can picture Aunt Hazel in the kitchen directing traffic while carefully preparing a meal. I also remember Uncle Emerson taking us out on his beloved sailboat. I'm sure the three of you brought joy and interest to your mom's long and amazing life!
Love, Roxanne Viles Wilderman (daughter of Natalie Dane
Richdale)

Roxanne Wilderman

August 17, 2013

Dear Suzie, Janet, Sally, Franz, and Andrew,
My sympathy on the loss of such a bright and energetic force in your lives. I know she was so in mine along with all the Monday sewing ladies. I have many fond memories from childhood on and wish you many opportunities to remember her fondly as well.

Jane McKenna

August 9, 2013

Dear Suzie, Sarah & Janet:
I was so sorry to learn about your mom. What a wonderful person she was, and I know she will be sorely missed.

Melissa Marsh Heaver

August 6, 2013

Dear Suzie, Sarah and Janet,
Hazel was one of a kind. I am thinking of you all at this tough time. As I remember her, I smile. She can now be back with Emerson and I can just hear her telling him all the news. Love to you all. Sally Parker Cave

July 23, 2013

Susie:
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I always loved hearing stories about "Hazel" from Bermuda to Marblehead. Thinkng of you and sorry for your loss.
Love, Lita Zuchero

July 23, 2013

I met the amazing Hazel Oliver when I was PR Officer at the Peabody-Essex Museum 20 years ago. What a fabulous, elegant lady she was... always encouraging to me. Sincere condolences, Patti Marxsen

July 18, 2013

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