Hazel Collins Johnson

Hazel C. Johnson enjoyed life. To everyone around her, she seemed to be eternally happy, and she willingly shared that joy with anyone whose life she touched. For Hazel, bringing out the best in any situation was as easy as offering a smile, a witty remark or the twinkle of an eye. And with just those simple gestures, she could evoke the most pleasant of emotions. Hazel really mastered the art of living and had great fun in doing so.

Hazel was born on February 13, 1937 at home in Corsicana, Texas. Her parents were Eugene and Arkey Collins. Hazel was raised in Brownsboro, Texas. She was raised to be warm, caring and friendly.

Hazel was easygoing and fun loving. Hazel was raised with three siblings. She had an older sister, Frances and two younger brothers, Odell and Eugene. Hazel graduated from Brownsboro High School in 1955.

On July 18, 1959 Hazel exchanged wedding vows with Daniel Noel Johnson at Calvary Baptist Church of Brownsboro, Texas. Hazel was blessed with three daughters, Sharon, Christa and Danette. They were also blessed with four grandchildren, Daniel, Andy, Zach and Jenna. Hazel had the ability to focus her attention on the present moment. If she was spending time with the kids, that’s where all of her attention was directed.

Hazel enjoyed her leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. Her favorite pursuits were gardening, watching the Houston sport's teams, volunteering for various organizations for people in need. She truly loved being a grandmother to her 4 grandchildren.

A generous person who often wore her heart on her sleeve, Hazel often found herself involved in activities she deemed important. She was charitable, kind and giving, qualities that made her a natural volunteer. Outspoken in her beliefs, yet tactful in her dealings with others, Hazel was a member of several community groups, serving on committees for the Forest Cove Garden Club and Forest Cove Baptist Church.

Vested with a deep concern for spiritual development, Hazel recognized that her faith was important to her throughout her life. She was a member of Forest Cove Baptist Church and 2nd Baptist Church for over 40 years. During that time, she taught Sunday school, GA's and Vacation Bible School.

Hazel believed that you had to experience life, and her life in retirement was no different. With her boundless energy and a desire to get the most out of life, Hazel remained busy with people and projects. In retirement, she found new pleasure in going to their lake house in Jacksonville, Texas. Even in retirement, Hazel continued to stay in touch with her old friends and, since she'd never met a stranger, she made plenty of new acquaintances as well.

Hazel passed away on November 15, 2017 at Kingwood, Texas. She fought a brave battle against Alzheimer's. She is survived by her husband, Dan; daughters, Sharon, Christa and Danette and her grandchildren, Daniel, Andy, Zach and Jenna; and her brother, Eugene. Services were held at Second Baptist Church, Kingwood, Texas. Hazel was laid to rest in Russell Cemetery, Rusk, Texas.

Hazel brought joy to all of those around her. She never had a mean bone in her body. She loved to have a good time and was an eternal optimist, always looking on the bright side of things. She loved to share her energy, wit, and her zest for all of her activities with her friends and family. Hazel C. Johnson lived life to its fullest and made everyone around her happier just for knowing her. She will be remembered with a smile.