Both Sean and I were so very sad to hear about dear Hazel's passing. We met her and John through my parents and kept in touch ever since. We enjoyed several holidays in New Zealand where Hazel and John were so hospitable and welcomed us ( and our little baby Bronte) in their home in Pittone Road. I can remember Hazel showing me around her beautiful garden and then us all having a walk on the very large paddock. Hazel was an excellent cook and she and Sean would chat about home baked cooking. It was also good to see Hazel and John in the UK and reciprocate the hospitality. Hazel was an amazing lady who lived life to the full. RIP lovely lady. XX Thinking of you all. Clare and Sean

To the Gawler Family. Sorry we were unable to attend Hazel's funeral today. I have fond memories of my Home Economics teacher back at Okato College. I think i may have been one of her pet students! I still make her souffle omelets to this day and so I will think of her every time I whip one up. Condolences to you all. A lovely lady - May she rest in Peace Trish and Mark

Sending all our love to you Gawlers on this day for your loss and Alex & Chloe who can not be there, truly saddened to hear of Hazel's passing. May she rest in peace. Love to you all from all us Donnelly's xx

Sorry to hear about your dear Granny Abbey. Sending you and your whānau - Clare and Robert and your siblings so much love during this sad time. Rest in love xx Leah

I will miss popping in to see Hazel very much I loved listening to her stories of life in India when she was young. She was an inspiration to us all on how to grow old with grace and dignity. Love to all the family. Christine Alexander

So sorry to hear about Hazel passing. What a great lady. Sorry we can't be with you but thinking of you all. Stephen and Mary Barr

So sorry to hear of Hazel's passing. She was such an inspiration to us all with her positive outgoing personality and great sense of humor. She was a wonderful neighbour to us. Condolences to you all. Love Judy and Roger

So sorry to read of Hazel's passing. I remember her as a vibrant, enthusiastic teacher of Home Ecc, Cooking and Sewing at Okato College. In later years running into her, she was always friendly and genuine. My love to Susie, Marcus and Clare and all your families at this difficult time. That is a beautiful photo. Hānna

Sorry to hear of Mrs G's passing , she taught me how to cook, was an awesome teacher,condolences to the family