Hazel G Rosenlund

Longtime resident of Meeker, Colorado, Hazel Gae Rosenlund, age 93, passed away peacefully October 29th, 2013. Hazel was born in Meeker to Flora E. Seaton and John L. Kirkpatrick on June 14, 1920. She was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Hazel was a dedicated business owner, community leader, event organizer, professional quilter and genealogist. She married Clifton F. (Dick) Rosenlund on November 8, 1941 in Gunnison, UT and devoted herself to him for 64 years until his death in 2009. They were sealed in the Manti Temple for time and all eternity on March 17, 1973. Three were born to this union- Loretta Gae, Gene Clifton and Cheryl Ann. She is survived by her children: Gene (Karla) Rosenlund and Cheryl (David) Coats. Grandchildren: Melissa (John Wolfe), Thurston (Pricilla) Rosenlund, Logan (Trisha) Rosenlund, Jason (Wendy) Coats, Vanessa (Brian Barainca), and Tiffany Coats. Great-Grandchildren: Victoria Wittman, Savannah, Truett, Aubrie, Natalia, Gavin Rosenlund, and Jaiden Coats. GGGrandchild Jackson Wittman. Our beloved Mother was known for her willingness to be of service in her church, family and community. Her ready smile, laughter and quick sense of humor lifted everyone. She always welcomed her friends, neighbors, and little ones to her delicious table. She delighted in planning and joining her children and grandchildren in fun activities. Her hands were always busy sewing beautifully designed quilts for each family member. She was dedicated to the youth and served until she received to a 25 Year Service Award from the Cub Scouts of America. Hazel loved her family deeply and had a passion for recording family history. She was the director of the LDS Family History Center where she assisted many families in discovering their ancestry. Part of her community service included working with Greg Berthelson to preserve the history and records of the Meeker community. When she owned a local Montgomery Ward Store, she was chosen as the Most Improved Store by the Montgomery Ward Company several years in a row. She was an example of love, faith in Jesus Christ and selfless service and will be dearly missed. The family would like to thank the staff at the Walbridge Wing for their good care of Hazel this past year. A heartfelt thank you to all who visited her and brightened her last days. Funeral Services will be Friday, November 8, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Meeker LDS Ward Chapel. Friends and family may call one hour prior to the services. Burial will be in the Meeker Cemetery, services have been entrusted to the Blackburn Meeker Mortuary.