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Hazel Lorraine Clifton (Assu)

June 4, 2013

Clifton (Assu)

Hazel Lorraine

It is with great sadness to announce the (passing) death of Hazel Lorraine Clifton. (Hazel) Mom left us on the morning of June 4, 2013. Born in Vancouver, B.C. on November 11, 1927 to Harry & Ida Assu.

Hazel lived a fulfilling life. She grew up knowing she was going to marry Dad (Robert) of which took place on February 16, 1945. They lived 51 beautiful years together. Each day from then on was spent together attending hockey games brotherhood meetings; travelling afar with family and friends; and most of all their prosperous years’ commercial fishing.

Family played an important part of their life. The grandchildren, Carli and Corey were a very special role in her life. Predeceased by husband Robert, daughter Peggy, parents Harry & Ida Assu. Brothers Steve (Cissy) Assu, Mel Assu, sisters Audrey Wilson and Dean Lafleur. Survived by daughter Bunny (Randy) Pryce, grandchildren Carli & Corey Pryce, sisters Jean (Tony) Roberts, Pearle Dick. Brother Don (Louise) Assu.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 1:00 pm at Piercy’s Funeral home following the service. Please join us in remembering Hazel by joining the family for tea and refreshments at the Komox First Nation Community hall, 3320 Comox Road. Special thanks to Bernice from KDC homecare and Dr. Nancy McFadden for the special love and care Mom received over the last few years.



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