Hazel Baker Obituary
Hazel Dannell Goins Baker, 56 of Sanford, passed away Saturday February 7, 2026.
Hazel was born in Sanford, daughter of the late Alton Goins and Bertha Ashburn Goins. She enjoyed riding horses, fishing, and watching shows at the Temple Theater. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Brian Baker.
Surviving is her daughter, Casey Oest (Chase); grandchildren, Bryson, Taygann, Brantley, and Timberlyn; brother, Otis Goins; cousins Rachel Goins Bayes (Keith), Becky Goins and Heather Goins; and significant other Wayne Munsell.
Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of one’s choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
509 Carthage Street, Sanford, NC 27330
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