Hazel Patricia Folks

Born on September 1,1924, in Vesper, Wisconsin, she found herself on her own at the age of 15 after the death of her parents. She worked hard and eventually married and brought daughters Judy and Joy into the world. She later found herself a single mother and often worked multiple jobs in order to provide the best possible life for her children. She later moved to Tampa where she met her late husband, Herman Calvin Folks, who preceded her in death in 2005.

Hazel/Pat/Bummi lived a fulfilling life, enjoying traveling, hunting, fishing, boating, sewing, yard work, clowning, and so much more. She had a heart for community and was a long time member of Seminole Heights Methodist Church, as well as her beloved Order of the Eastern Star.

Hazel was a kind and generous soul, always putting others' needs before her own. Her love and compassion extended to all those who knew her, and she will be remembered for her kindness and warm personality.

She is survived by daughter Joy McConnell-Hadley (Richard), grandchildren Tom (Terrie), Robert (Cynthia), Richard, Chace (Rachel), Eden (Brian), and Brandi, niece Kathryn Parker, and numerous great, and great-great, grandchildren, who will all miss her dearly.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 5th, at Seminole Heights Methodist Church, with visitation at 2:00, service at 3:00, followed by a small reception at the church.

Rest in peace, our precious matriarch. You will forever be in our hearts and memories as we strive to continue your legacy.