Hazel Hobbs

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Hazel Lottie Hobbs, who passed peacefully away at the Agnes Pratt Home on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the age of 88.

Predeceased by her husband, Munden Hobbs; her parents, Melina (née March) and Harold Gosse; her brother, Graham Gosse; her brother-in-law, Isaac Kelland; and her sister-in-law, Emily Gosse.

Leaving to mourn and cherish her memory are her children, Scott and Wendy; her four special grandchildren, Justin, Megan, Chelsie (Rahul), and Nathan; her sisters, Vida Kelland and Alma (Richard) Kelly; her brothers, Lloyd (Peggy) Gosse and Bill (Sylvia) Gosse; her brother-in-law, Howard Hobbs; as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Hazel was very proud of her children, grandchildren, siblings, and loved ones. She enjoyed crafts, music, and knitting. She was a kind, creative, and determined woman who loved learning new things.

In her early years, Hazel worked as a teacher in Western Bay and St. Jones Within. She then worked in the medical field at Markland Hospital and as a medical stenographer at the Health Sciences Centre for many years.

Hazel’s family would like to thank all family and friends for their support over the past couple of months, as well as extend a special thank you to Michelle and the wonderful staff at the Agnes Pratt Home for their exceptional care and compassion.

Hazel’s family and loved ones will miss her deeply. She touched many lives and will always remain in our hearts.

Visitation will take place at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. and 7:00–9:00 p.m., and on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.