Hazel A. Millo

My dad died a year ago. I understand the feeling. You miss them but are glad they aren't hurting anymore. I know we must go thru the grieving process, but really when you think of it, they are better off than us. Their with Jesus. Some...times I have to remind myself that I might be feeling sorry for myself more than anything. The Holy Spirit can comfort us. He knows the sadness we feel. He can help us through to celebrate their homegoing with a true sense of joy.

Kathy Boettcher

To My Mom
If I were granted on wish today,
And I knew it would come true,
I’d ask the Lord for a little time,
To speak alone with you.
...To hear your voice like it used to be,
So soft, so quiet, so clear;
That voice which has been silenced,
This last couple of weeks.
To hear you sign those old-time hymns,
That speak of Jesus’ love;
And have you read the Bible,
With a message from above.
I know my wish will not come true,
And this is all right too;
For I treasure all my memories,
Of my mother Always there and I knew.
So I thank God today,
Knowing your pain is gone,
I know you have peace
You are now with Jesus !
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Marie, It was a nice service this afternoon remembering your sweet mom. Her loving nature and sweet smile seemed to be the theme of the afternoon, a beautiful way to be remembered in my way of thinking. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Marie, I am so sorry & glad to hear about your mother. She feels no more pain, but she is one to be missed. I still have both of my parents, but I lost my husband 4 1/2 years ago, so I really can't say I know how you feel. God is taking care of our loved ones. We need to try to take care of each other while we are here on earth. Love Becky Johnson Culbertson.

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Even though Marie and I are sisters, it is like we had two different moms. From time to time, I get a little jealous hearing what mom was able to do for her...like "waiting for her when she got home from school with fresh baked cookies". I do have to say I am thankful that mom was never waiting at the door for me when I was the one who didn't get home until 2 or 3 in the morning. She set a good example for me when she would be out with her friend Harriet. ?
I didn't have much of a relationship with mom until I was 12 or 13 because of the circumstance she was put into and she had to work double jobs. I loved what my mom did for me and that she was able to do the work that she did. I remember when mom would pick me up from Aunt Delta’s every evening and we would decide where to go for dinner. Coco’s was a popular place between the two of us. We would always get a dinner salad and deep fried zucchini!
Mom always had a listening ear and wonderful advice. Maybe not what I wanted to hear at the time, but later I could always understand why she said what she said.
I remember when I was little and mom and I would roll around and wrestle on the floor. It always ended up in laughter. Mom always liked to joke around with me. We always had a good time together. A little sarcasm always made the situation a little lighter when needed.
I remember a lot of trips down to Ocean Shores and that is why it is still one of my favorite places to go today.
I am very thankful that Marie and Tina found The Creekside. I hadn't seen mom as happy as she was there for years. I never knew that mom had that "social side" in her. Everyone there looks after each other and they definitely looked after mom. I can't say how grateful I am for that.
I am going to miss mom greatly but I know she is in a better place and I will get to see her again someday.
Mom, just remember, "I love you the mostest!"

To my "buddy". May heaven and time in the presence of our Lord bless you until we are all with you. Lee Hicks ( Kirkland )

We are just so sorry about your loss. All of us have happy memories about Hazel. We need to hold onto these memories.
Hazel was one of the world's best drivers. So many times she gave me a ride some place. After she said "hello" she concentrated 100% on driving. All of us felt so safe when Hazel was the driver. She didn't care if her passengers talked, but she neversaid anything until she arrived at our destination.
Thinking about you.

So glad to have known your mother and to spend some time with her and enjoy watching her be such a big part of her children, and grandchildrens lives. You could see how much she loved her family. Thank you for keeping friends and family updated on her final days and passing. Love, Debbie Sample

Marie & Family:

All of us here at Starlight share this grief and loss with you. Know that you all are in our daily thoughts and prayers.

My prayers and thoughts to your family. I will always remember her smile at Kenmore Assembly and will rejoice when we all reunite again.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Every time I came to take care of Hazel she always had a smile and kept me laughing. Even when I knew she was not feeling good she still said I am fine and made a joke. I remember on time I came and we where talking and she was laughing and said well that was sarcastic, I said I am sorry. She said why are you sorry I was the one being sarcastic.
Or the time that I was handing her her meds and she screamed and started to throw the water I thought something was wrong but guess what? She was playing with me. she was trying to give me a heart attack. She just always kept me laughing and smiling even when I was not with her. Hazel will be gratly missed I loved her like she was family. It was my gift from her to take care of her.

Marie, what a beutiful tribute you have created for your Mom here.Thank you for sharing the pictures and stories with us all. We pray for you that God will grant you and your family comfort in the days ahead and bring moments of sunshine to the cloudy skies as you remember the stories of your Mom and the love she bought to your family.May God continue to grant you strength enough for each day and a light to shine through your sadness. Love to you all.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are trusting that God's peace and comfort, which passes all human understanding will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus during this difficult time. We know that Hazel was a very dear and loving lady and will be greatly missed.

What a joy to have known your mom. She was a blessing to all of us at Creekside where we had the pleasure of having her reside with us.

You girls remain in our prayers and thoughts.

Julie Teuber/Active Living Director
The Creekside in Woodinville

Dear Marie & Dean, Arlene & Steve, Jacob & Kendra, Tina, Kyle & Josh,

I don't think any mother or grandmother was ever loved and cared for more than Mrs. Millo was. As her family you found so many pactical ways over the years to let her know just how important she was to all of you. Creating a treasure chest of memories that she enjoys even now in heaven.

PRECIOUS IN THE SIGHT OF THE LORD

Someones been welcomed into heaven above
and into their Fathers strong arms of love.

Resting her head on His gentle shoulder
forever at peace in His loving embrace.

And feeling still the timeless bonds of love
that connect hearts here to those above.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Thank you so much for bringing us into your family and sharing your mother with us. From the picture we have seen she was clearly a very happy mother and grandmother who had a great love of life. She will continue on with our Lord and will never feel pain or suffering but only joy and happiness as it was meant to be. You have been so very brave through all of this and now you will be able to move on and remember the love and happiness you gave to one another. We are so blessed to know you; we are always here for you, remember Gods love that brings us all together...now and in the end of this life. You will be with your mother again...

Memories of my mom by her daughter, Marie. I remember my mom as someone who was able to be a mom and a friend. Mom was always waiting for me when I got home from school, often with fresh baked cookies. We would sit down and talk about school and my friends. My mom took pride in her family and home. Dinner was always a family time sharing around the dinner table.
I have so many memories of my mom it is hard to only share a few. I do remember my high school years, my mom and dad were always there for me and my friends. I remember one time I came home late after going to a party. (Remember, back then we did not have cell phones). I was pretty late and forgot to call her. She was standing behind the door as I opened it. Oh my, was I in trouble. I think the entire neighborhood, even though it was 1:00 in the morning knew that I was in trouble. At least that is what I thought. Later I learned she was so worried that about me and was so relieved that I was home she was yelling at me. Trust me I never ever did that again. However, what is funny my mom's friend and her would go out and forget what time it was. I would awake at 1 or 2 in the morning. No mom so I would just start calling the police.
Other memories were building our family home. My mom was a very, very hard worker. She was devoted in helping my dad in building our home.
Then there were the many years that we would spend every week-end and vacations on Decatur Island. So many, many family memories lie up on that island. I do remember one time when we were coming into the marina from Decatur and we hit a huge wake of the boat that passed us. My mom thought we were going under and my uncle caught her be the seat of her pants and asking where she thought she was going. She was going to jump over board before we went down.
Over this last year and half my mom lived at Creekside Assisted and Retirement Living in Woodinville, Wa. I learned that not only was my mom a family person but there was a “social� side to her I never knew. At first she would go out in the lobby, work on puzzles, drink coffee with the other residents, go to lunch in the dinning room. She never wanted us to think that there was this “social� side of her. However news was out and about how many enjoyed her company and the laughter she brought. This was a time of healing for my mom. So many times I would walk in and see huge smiles. Lots of laughing. She was not surrounded by her family and many new friends who truly loved mom. Thank you to those who came into her life at Creekside.
I want to say a HUGE Thank you to our other family members that came to visit mom in her last weeks and days. Family has always been first priority in my mom's life. You made that happen in the last days. She was so happy to see so many of her nieces and nephews. All offered support, love and prayers. Thank you for the bottom of my heart.

I love and miss you mom.

Your Daughter, Marie