Hazel embraced life with zest, style and grace. She was born Nov. 28, 1942, in Berwyn, Alberta, the youngest child of Marshall and Adelia Gibbs (both predeceased). Hazel grew up in towns throughout BC with her three sisters, Eleanor (Harvey), Delia (Arnold) (both predeceased) and Ann (Levi) (both predeceased). She graduated from Kamloops Senior High School in 1960. She married Ed Bauer and they made Kamloops home.
Her greatest love were her three children: Rob (Connie), Rick (Trudy), and Julie (Neil), and she was both a loving mother and friend to each of them. Hazel worked for the Province of BC within various ministries for more than 30 years. She enjoyed an early retirement, and relished the opportunity to travel, and the time to spend with her greatest pride: her five grandchildren: Brittany, Cam, Lee, Zachery and Jordan.
Hazel 'Aunty Red' was described as a "classy lady" and "cool Grandma." She was always radiant in family gatherings: playing the piano, organ, or accordion and singing. It was natural that her love of music spilled over to her love of dance, particularly the jive. She was a health enthusiast and fitness volunteer. She loved golfing, camping, and walking with her dog, Zoe. But most of all, Hazel loved her family.
Sadly, Hazel passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2013 following a courageous battle with cancer. Hazel touched many in her time here with us and we will forever carry her heart in our hearts.
