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Hazel was born in Nashville, TN, on August 13th, 1954, to Bill Cox Plant, Sr. and Mary Ann Plant.
She was a member of Stevens Street Baptist Church. Hazel obtained her bachelor's and master's degree from Tennessee Tech University. Hazel devoted her professional life to teaching. Hazel was a retired first, second, and third-grade teacher in the Putnam County School System, teaching at Capshaw for 35 years. She was fondly called Mrs. Hazel and Mrs. Simcox by her students. Hazel was an avid artist, which led to her creation of ten coloring books in the Color Me Happy coloring book series.
Hazel was married to Wayne Simcox, the love of her life. They had a special relationship that lasted for over 49 years. They have three children: Mary Ann (Ross) Fanning, Patrick (Lacey) Simcox, and Robert Simcox. She has two grandchildren, Harper Grace and Lucas Simcox, whom she adored.
She is survived by her mother, Mary Ann Plant, her two sisters Hope Carrol (Terry) of Nashville, TN, and Mary Lynn Pogue of Columbia, TN, and several nieces, nephews, and their families, as well as many cousins, aunts, and uncles.
Hazel was preceded in death by her father Bill Cox Plant, Sr., and brother Billy Plant, Jr.
Hazel will be remembered by her family and friends by living the verse, "love one another."
Funeral services for Hazel will be held Thursday, March 10, 2022, beginning at 1:00pm from the chapel of Crest Lawn Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Frank officiating. Interment will follow in Rock Springs Cemetery in Buffalo Valley, Tennessee.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, March 9, 2022, from 5:00pm until 8:00pm and again on Thursday March 10, from 11:00am until the time of service at 1:00pm.
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Mickey Bilyeu
March 7, 2025
I often think of Hazel and the fine person that she was and also Wayne whom I have known for many years going back to when he was a little boy chasing me down at West View Baptist Church and wanting to talk sports with me. I miss those days just as I know Wayne misses Hazel but he and his family will all have the chance to meet again. God Bless
Mickey Bilyeu
James Akenson
March 2, 2025
I continue to think of Hazel frequently. I'm also honored and privileged to be a member of Mary Ann Simcox'z PhD committee. I know Hazel was looking down, beaming with pride and pleasure as Mary Ann defended her PhD dissection. Mary Ann was beautifully prepared. Father Wayne Simcox attended here on earth. We still miss Hazel.
James Akenson
March 1, 2023
On the anniversary of Hazel's meeting her Lord and Saviour it is stunning to realize how the year has passed. I still treasure all the vivid memories of working with Hazel at Capshaw Elementary School. I continue to see her legacy in the life of Mary Ann Simcox as she continues her journey to the PhD and further touching the lives of others in so many ways. Hazel Simcox..always treasured for the quality of her life.
Mickey Bilyeu
March 10, 2022
Hazel was a very fine lady and came from a great family just as Wayne did. I am so sorry that she has passed away but God has all of the answers and we won't learn them here on earth. Hazel spent her life working for others and now she will have a future of living with those in eternity who also have made that sacrifice. Her family will meet her again and feel such happiness in doing so. God Bless Wayne and all his family.
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James E. Akenson
March 9, 2022
I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Hazel despite her being received by her Lord and Saviour with open and loving arms. Hazel was a student worker in the Dean's office in the College of Education...remember Ms. Ester Piepmeir!?...as an Elementary Education major. She was a magnificent student in my ELED 3140 teaching methods class. So many wonderful memories...yes...precious memories how they linger, how they ever flood my soul....at Capshaw Elementary school being in her room over the years as she mentored practicum students and student teachers. And...speaking of further honor and privilege....what a wonderful honor and privilege to have Mary Ann Simcox in my PhD Issues in Education seminar. In other words, Hazel Simcox gave so much to so many for so many years. All of our lives should be so full of meaning as the gifts that Hazel Simcox gave to all us who knew her. With a tear in my eye I'll say that as we travel Life's Railway to Heaven...we will reach the same ending as our train pull into the station....as we cross River Jordan...we'll be comforted...as should all of us... by Hazel meeting us on The Far Banks of Jordan. Rest in Peace thou good and faithful servant Hazel Simcox. :-(
Sherry Bilbrey
March 8, 2022
Wayne We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Randolph
March 7, 2022
Went to college with Hazel I especially remember biology class with her.One of the kindness people I have ever known.
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