Lawrence D. Hazzard, age 80, passed away in the early morning of April 18, 2019 in his home in Littleton, Colorado. His wife, Rose Ann, was by his side. Larry was never one to let life’s challenges deter him, so with Rose Ann’s care and support, he continued to live a vibrant and active life for several years into his illness with Parkinson’s disease and cancer.
Larry was born on February 11, 1939 in Edgeley, North Dakota. He was the eldest of six children born to Clarence & Wilma Hazzard. He was high school class valedictorian, athlete (football, basketball, baseball and track), and an Eagle Scout. His love for music led him to play several instruments and become an accomplished pianist.
Larry graduated with a BS in Architectural Engineering from the University of Colorado in 1962. He moved to Kansas City, Missouri after graduation. He met Rose Ann at his first job with HNTB, where she was the secretary to his company partners. They married within 11 months of meeting.
For more than 50 years, Larry was dedicated to his career in engineering design, and project and construction management with a focus on client service and mentorship of those who worked with him. He was a registered civil and structural engineer in 17 states and managed the development and implementation of major rail transit, highway, and bridge projects all over the county. His career led him and his family from Kansas City, to Washington DC, Denver, San Francisco, San Jose, Phoenix and Los Angeles.
He is survived by his wife, Rose Ann, of 55 years, three daughters (Julie and husband Don Reuter, Janet and husband James Kelsey, Teresa and husband Michael Clark), three grandsons (Ryan, Jonah, and Garner, one granddaughter (Lia), and his five siblings (Roz Losey, Cecil Hazzard, Les Hazzard, Jacquie Smith and Charlotte Hazzard). His two greatest passions were his wife and his work. He also loved skiing, dancing, trains, food of all kinds, and travel. Larry’s passion for life will be missed by all who loved and worked with him.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2019 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary, 6601 S Colorado Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 29, 2019 at 11:00 am at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 8035 S Quebec St, Englewood, CO 80112, with a reception luncheon immediately following.
Inurnment will occur at a later date, privately, at Olinger Chapel Hill Cemetery, Centennial.
