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1943
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2023
John Hazelett Obituary
John was born September 4th, 1943 at Washington County Hospital in Washington, IA, the son of Albert John and Dolores (Hazen) Hazelett. He graduated from Ainsworth High School in 1961.
John was united in marriage to Gloria Jean Russell on November 20th, 1965, at St. Mathias Church in Muscatine, IA. Together they raised four children: Kris (John) Kay, Dena Hazelett, Travis (Kathy) Hazelett and Jeff (Cynthia) Hazelett.
John worked for J. I. Case in Bettendorf, IA for 17 years until he and Gloria purchased a hunting and fishing resort in Canada in 1977. Over the years, their business grew in part from the many repeat guests, some of whom became close friends. Many fond memories were made during the years spent in Canada operating the resort and raising their children. Upon selling the resort, they purchased cabins in Canada for their summer residence and wintered in a mountain home in Payson, AZ. In 2006, they returned to Blue Grass to live out their remaining years. In the latter part of his life, John worked security at Bally's Quad Cities Hotel & Casino in Rock Island, IL. He and Gloria attended Community Fellowship Church in Blue Grass.
John was an outdoorsman; enjoying hunting and fishing most of his life and teaching his sons to love the same. He loved to play cards and drive his yellow Corvette. Behind his tough and quick-witted exterior, he was a man who loved his wife and family more than anything.
John will continue to be loved and missed by his children and grandchildren: Alexis (Tracey) Addams, Chase (Jennifer Sierra) Kronfeld, Gabrielle Lee, Rebekah (Pete) Strommen, Lauren, T.J., Sophia, Anna, Austyn, Ashton, and Adam Hazelett; five great-grand children as well as his sister Linda (Marvin) Pool and many nieces and nephews.
John is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jack, and parents-in-law Gene and Alta Russell.
A celebration of life will be held at a future date. Condolences may be sent to Gloria Hazelett at PO Box 493, Blue Grass, IA 52726.
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for John Hazelett
Glen n Pat Miller
November 19, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Tiny and Tammy
November 17, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lisa Smith
November 1, 2023
Very nice obit so sorry for your loss Hazelett family!! May he rest in peace without anymore pain.
Prayers for you all
Glen and Pat Miller
October 31, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Andrea Palmer and Vince Phillips
October 31, 2023
John will forever be in our hearts as we remember the amazing summer spent at Rough Rock Lodge! Love to you all!
Margie Campbell
October 31, 2023
So many memories of your family. I loved each and every one of you. My heart is saddened by the news of Pete's passing. He leaves and incredible legacy in his children and all who knew him. Rest in Peace Pete. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Darlene & Larry Williams
October 31, 2023
Our family connected with John and his family in many ways, spent time in Canada and, a memorable few days in Payson. Our most sincere condolences to the family.
NANCY HEINISCH
October 31, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. John was a good friend to both Ken and myself. God Bless.
Linda
October 31, 2023
Love you big brother. We will see each other again.
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