Hazel Marie Hamilton

Hazel Marie Hamilton, age 80, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Thursday, December 14, 2023. She was born March 7, 1943, in Lansing, Michigan the daughter of Raymond and Helen (Sessions) Burley. Hazel graduated from Charlotte High School in 1961. Just a few short months after graduation she married Ronald C. Hamilton. Hazel was a loyal and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She spent her entire life helping others and doing her best to ensure they were well cared for. Hazel chased parts for Ron while he was operating their business. She also managed to find time to serve lunch at her home every day during the school year for her youngest son, Todd and his friends. Hazel loved spending time together with family at their cottage on Bertha Lake. Her and Ron also looked forward to spending their winters in St. Cloud, Florida. Her absence will be keenly felt by all those who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

Hazel is survived by her husband of 62 years, Ron; children, Kathy (Jeff) Rosenbrook of Charlotte, Terry (Diana) Hamilton of Charlotte, Todd (Kelly) Hamilton of Charlotte; grandchildren, Mindy, Ashley, Nate, Kelly, Brandie, Jessika, Broedie, Blaze; 10 great-grandchildren; siblings, Floyd (Pat) Burley of Charlotte, Pat (Bob) Stahls of Florida, and Dee (Cheryl) Smith of Marshall.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, LaVern Williams.

Funeral services were held on Monday, December 18, 2023, at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Sean Esterline officiating. The family received friends on Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Those desiring may make contributions in Hazel’s memory to First Lutheran Church 550 E. Shepherd St., Charlotte, MI 48813.

To view Hazel’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com