DELONG, Hazel Margaret

Age 92, of Lower Branch, passed away on October 13, 2021, at the South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater. Born on May 15, 1929, in Conquerall Bank, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Grace (Hubley) Oickle.

Hazel is survived by her son, Larry (Sandra) Veinot, Cornwall; daughter, Lynn (Darrel) Hebb, Miramichi, NB; grandchildren, Patrick Veinot and Nadine Veinot, both of New Germany; Randy Veinot, ON; sister, Florence (Dougald) Wile, West Clifford; nieces and nephews, Jack, Sherry, Darren, Kevin, and Debbie. She will also be deeply missed by her special friends, Janet Cook, Vera West, Annette Hubley, Phyllis Meisner, and Sharon Snyder.

Hazel was predeceased by her husband, Alden DeLong; first husband, Lawrence Veinot; sister, Shirley Knickle; brothers, Fred and William Oickle.

Hazel's children and her home were her pride and joy. She was very spiritual and took great comfort in her faith as a member of the Baptist church. She loved spending time at the lake, travelling, and a great game of cards. Hazel would sit anytime for a game of Yahtzee and was thrilled when she won. She loved to hear a good joke and tell a good joke, to make people smile. Hazel was a Brownie and Girl Guide Leader in her early years and loved to offer a helping hand. She had a wonderful passion for birds, especially hummingbirds which she would watch in fascination for hours. Hazel had wonderful friends who helped and comforted her, sharing her life experiences throughout the years.

Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Bridgewater. A private family burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Hazel’s memory may be made to the Lunenburg County SPCA. On-line condolences may be made by visiting www.sweenysfuneralhome.com