Mr. James P. Hazlett

Judy, I'm just now finding out about Jim's passing. What a beautiful tribute was written about him, and I heartily agree with what a kind, caring and fun-loving man he was. When we lived in Norfolk, my kids became so attached to him. Whenever he was doing a painting job, Melissa would be sure to wear a dress and get all gussied up! This was as a toddler!!! Noelle fondly remembers Jim letting her paint the outside of our house--near the bottom where she could reach! He was exceptionally kind to my son, Tom, who, at that time, had great speech difficulties. They all remember your chickens and pot-bellied pig and the slide for the pig!!! I never got to know your kids, but I do remember him talking about how proud he was of all of them--and you! What a great family you all are! With heartfelt sympathy, The Gorman Family

I loved his humor, his smile, his voice and his painters pants...oh, and his taste in music! And I liked that he liked my hair LOL. I am so very sad to learn that he has left this Earth and sadder still to know he struggled with illness prior. If ever a person deserved smooth sailing, it was him. He was a gift as is his lovely wife. Thank you for sharing him with me. Peace to Kathy & Bob, Michael & Sue and kids, Mia and kids, and Patrick. And a huge hug and love and strength to Judy from a widow who understands. I love you all!

Judy
So sorry to hear of your loss. Learned of it from Ruthie. I'll try to find an address for you and write more fully soon.

Dear Judy
I was so saddened to learn of Jim's passing. I have wondered why I hadn"t seen him in the groecry store lately! I have such fond memories of our Walpole High School days.
Know that I am thinking of you and your family.
Kitsie Hill Howard

I have found memories of Mr. Hazlett as a young, skinny, tall teacher with a calm voice and easy smile. He was my supervisor for an independent study in US History at a time when L&G was experimenting with open classrooms and small, medium and large groups. (L&G Class of 1975)

Mr. Hazlett was one of my favorite teachers at Leland and Gray and always treated us with respect, like even teenagers had ideas worth listening to. His gentle humor and quick wit made his classes enjoyable and we left feeling like we had something to contribute to the world! The world needs more teachers like him! He made a difference in the lives of many!~Billie Slade (L&G Class of 1976)

Sending much love to the Family of a most wonderful man..John/Roy & Sandy Lightbody

Mr. Hazlett was my US History teacher at Leland and Gray. I have very fond memories of him. He was a patient and kind teacher who helped me pass a class that I hated. Rest in peace dear man!

L&G Class of 1980

Jim was a good friend, classmate, and valued teammate. As this wall of tribute shows ,Jim's disposition and cheerfulness carried him through his successful life. Hoping it will ease your sorrow to know that so many are thinking of you and caring about you at this difficult time.

Bless you and your kindness to all you met

"Jim was always such a great friend to everyone....." Although we lost touch over the years, it is with great fondness that I look back on the memories of the times we shared. My deepest condolences to his family. He ill be missed.

Barbara, We are sorry to hear about your brother-in-law's passing. We didn't know Jim, but he sounded like a wonderful man. Our deepest sympathy to you, Judy and her family.

So sad to hear of Jim's passing. He was a good friend and a wonderful guy. His love for his family was boundless- and so was his love of life. We got to enjoy music, food, laughter, adventures and friendship with Jim and Judy over the years. Our condolences to Judy and the entire Hazlett family.

There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said. Although I didn't see Jim often, he always made me smile. I feel blessed to have known him.

Mia you and family have my deepest sympathy for the lost of your father. I know the hurt oh too well, but remember God has blessed your family by letting you have him for so long, and will continue to bless you all. Just leave it in the hands of the Lord, my prayers are with you. Sammieree Pearson

Jim was a good friend and neighbor who will be greatly missed. We send our deepest condolences to Judy and the family. May he rest in peace.

"My condolences to my cousin Jim's family. Jim was a treasured cousin and always a pleasure to talk and be with, he will be missed and the obituary was just beautiful and a great tribute to a truly great man."

Our deepest sympathy to all..
Tony & Maureen Lamperti

God Bless Brother Jimmy...and thoughts and prayers to Judy and all his family.

I have not known Jim since we were eighteen years old...a long, long time ago.
However, all the beautiful comments made about him in the write-up were there when we were 18 and these qualities caused me to believe Jim was one of the finest people I knew then. He was a 'hero' to me. I am so happy these wonderful qualities remained and grew throughout his life.

Jim became a friend of ours from painting our house in Walpole. He definitely had a warm and welcoming personality, always ready to tell a story. We know all his family members will miss him. Rest in peace, Jim.

May you find peace in the memories he gave you. God bless

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hazlett family during this difficult time. Paul will miss Jim's vibrant political debates and good natured political jabs but we will mostly miss his uninhibited smile, wonderful stories and passion for everything and everyone that was important to him. He will be missed.

This obituary is just a beautiful as he was. Huge hugs & tons of love. What a great dude he was!

Thinking of you Patrick and all the Hazletts. What an amazing life your Dad had! Sending you all a big hug! xoxo