Newton L. Hazell

Newton L. Hazell

Metuchen

Newton L. Hazell, of Metuchen, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2014 at Haven Hospice, Edison New Jersey, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Perth Amboy, he resided there until 1979 when he moved to Metuchen. Before his retirement, he was a New York State Corrections Officer for 27 years. Prior to that he worked for Ford Motor Company in quality control, and at American Shoe Rebuilding for 17 years as a professional repairman and color coordinator.

Newton was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He saw active duty during the Korean War and fought in the battle of Pork Chop Hill. He was later awarded a purple heart. Newton was an avid collector of antiques, coins and stamps. He had as insatiable desire for knowledge of nature and workings of the universe.

He was one of the oldest lifetime members of historic Saint Peters Episcopal Church where he was made father of the year in 1974. Newton was a well known figure in Perth Amboy. He was an example of generosity, humility and kindness in how to treat a fellow man.

He was predeceased by his parents, Clairmon and Esther Hazell, brother Ernest and sister Hortense Hazell Johnson. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Beulah Grant Hazell, sons Brian and Craig, daughter Sharon Hazell Gabay, grandsons Jordan Gabay and Aaron Hazell, brother Carlton (Gwendolyn), sisters Viola Hazell DePeyster (Wilfred) and Esther Hazell Peak, and numerous nephews, nieces and friends.

In accordance with his wishes cremation will be held privately under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home, Rahway. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Letters of condolences can be sent to the family at the Jones Funeral Home, 247 Elm Avenue, Rahway, New Jersey.