Hazel Jeanne Wakely, 72, of Colorado Springs, passed away on July 15, 2014. Hazel was born on April 11, 1942 in Nyack, New York to George and Alice (Seamen) McDonald. After graduating from Congers Junior and Senior High School, Hazel worked in the banking and collections industry for most of her career; often in the accounting department or assisting others in customer service.
Hazel enjoyed reading, crocheting, playing bingo, bowling, socializing (she never met a stranger after her first sentence!) and spending time with her family and many friends. She was a very generous and loving woman. Hazel enjoyed traveling, partaking in many adventures and moving to new places such as Florida, California and Arizona before making her home in Colorado.
Hazel is survived by her ex-husband, Thomas Wakely, Sr; daughters: Denise (Antonio) Duenas, Alicia Ronas and Kathleen (Brian) Gagnon; son, Thomas (Jennifer) Wakely grandchildren: Antonio Jr., Alexander and Carmen Duenas, Brandy Ronas, Danielle (Ryan) Lawry, Sarah (Allen) Heller, Kelsey (Evelio) Ambrocio and Alyssa and Andrew Wakely. She is also survived by her great grandchildren: Aliphare Thaler, Marc Lawry, Kayden Heller and Bryson Ambrocio. Hazel is preceded in death by her beloved parents.