(807) 221-3000
dcfh@drytel.net
249 Grand Trunk Ave, Dryden, ON P8N 2X3

Hazel McMillan June 3, 1939 - February 16, 2023

Date of Funeral

February 25, 2023

In loving memory of Hazel McMillan, age 83 years, who passed away unexpectedly in the Dryden Regional Health Centre on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

Born in Birch Hills, Saskatchewan, she came to Dryden with her family as a child. Her main employment was as a teacher at the George P. Vanier School and in retirement she spent many hours volunteering at the Dryden Food Bank.

Family was everything to Hazel. Memories were made picking blueberries, baking cinnamon buns, butter tarts, fruit cake and all sorts of cookies. A great cook, she was known for Christmas dinners for a gang but mostly for the family’s favourite meal of “Crub”. She excelled at knitting and crocheting and was able to whip up a “family” sweater in record time. She also enjoyed bending the rules by feeding “her” deer.

Hazel is survived by her son Bob (Ruth), daughter Kathy (Bob) Stevens, grandchildren: Cheri Rothlisberger (Yvo Lamarche), Kimberly Rothlisberger (Darren Chesky), Vanessa (Justin) Grenier, Rae-ann Stevens (Ryan Watkins) and Roger Stevens (Alex Beveridge), by great grandchildren: Ryker, Amalia, Jayce, Riley, Greyson and Isla, her sister Shirley (Rheal) Turpin, brother Ed (Norah) Turgeon as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband Hugh, brother Joe Turgeon and sister-in-law Anna Mae Turgeon.

Cremation has taken place. A time of celebration of life for Hazel will begin Saturday, February 25th at 1:30 p.m. in the Dryden Community Funeral Home. A private Interment of ashes will take place in the Dryden Cemetery.

Condolences(6)

  1. REPLY
    Julie McMahon says

    Kathy and family: Mel and I offer our sympathy and deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. Our thoughts are with you, Bob, your girls and your family. Stay strong, my friend. Julie (McMahon) & Mel (Smith)

  2. REPLY
    Gayle Saindon says

    Sending condolences to the family. So very sorry for your loss!

  3. REPLY
    Cindy Hammond says

    Thinking of all of you and hoping it’s some comfort knowing how fond she will be remembered.

  4. REPLY
    Barbara Harvey says

    Kathy,
    So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother.
    Barbara

  5. REPLY
    Sherry Stevens says

    Just wanted to extend our condolences on your mother’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  6. REPLY
    Lisa Durocher (Smith) says

    Kathy and Bob:
    So sorry to hear about your mom. Your home was my second home growing up and your mom a big part of feeling so welcomed. Her smile and generosity will always be remembered.

Leave a Condolence

Should friends desire donations may be made to the Dryden Food Bank, 62 Queen St., Dryden P8N 1A4.