Hazel, Thomas Robert ATTN: SHEET METAL LOCAL 10 67, of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on Aug. 22, 2007. He was preceded in death by infant son, Jimmy; parents, Joe and Dorothy; brothers, Dick and Fred; and in-laws, Ben and Alvena Eide. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Patricia; his son, Michael (Missy); daughters, Susan (John) Patton, Catherine (Dan) Suggs; and the loves of his life, grandchildren Tommy, Jack, Ryan, Logan; and his pal, Murphy; sisters, Donna (Leon) Parker, Carol Hazel; sister-in-law, Renae Hazel; brothers-in-law, David (Kathy) Eide, Dick (Marion) Eide; many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Tom's favorite things were his family and enjoying his cabin of 37 years in Alexandria. Tom was proud of serving in the U.S. Marine Corps and took such pride in his job as a sheet metal worker. He started in the trade at 17, went to Dunwoody and at retirement at age 61, had worked in the trade for 44 years. He loved his job and the many "great guys" he worked with. Memorial service 4 PM Monday, Aug. 27 at Cremation Society of MN Chapel, 7110 France Ave. S., Edina, 952-924-4100, with visitation two hours prior. Tom will be placed to rest at Lakewood Cemetery along with his son and parents. "You will forever be loved and missed."
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Tom will be deeply missed by all of us at Sarah Care. We were very lucky to have known such a wonderful man who always had something to say about his family and his dog. And even if Tom was having a bad day I could always get him to smile the biggest smile ever just by saying " hay city slicker,
lets go for a walk". That smile will remain in my heart forever.
My sincere condolence to his family.
Jackie Robinson
August 27, 2007 | Sarah Care, MN
I remember Mr. Hazel for his love of his kids - which was evident when he was either coaching or watching all of Cathy's basketball games! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Nicole Olsen Sampson
Nicole Sampson
August 27, 2007 | Lakeville, MN
I am truly sorry for your loss. Your entire family are in my prayers.
Anne Pahl (Klein)
August 27, 2007 | Lakeville, MN
I remember Tom and his brother Dick from my childhood days/school days..they were great guys and will be missed...Tom always had such a great sense of humor in junior high etc..I haven't seen him for many years but will miss him..
May He Rest In Peace!
Phillip V Hankland
Phillip Hankland
August 26, 2007 | Minneapolis, MN
Tom was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly by all.
The Faacks ~ Colleen, Lonnie, Olivia, Jessica & Jacob
Colleen Faacks
August 26, 2007 | Lake Shore, MN
Great guy, great neighbor, great loss.
Pat Houlihan
August 26, 2007 | Burnsville, MN
Tom will be truly missed! He was a great man. I'll miss his sense of humor here!
Cindy and Mariah Westveer
August 25, 2007 | Sarah Care, MN
You are in our thoughts and prayers.We are thinking of you guys Take care. Love The Petersons
Richelle Blanton/Peterson
August 24, 2007 | Lino Lakes, MN
