In Remembrance Of
Hazel Meade
Hazel Meade, 81, of St. Joseph, MO passed away, September 12, 2025.
She was born on October 7, 1943 to Charles Raymond and Agnes Louise (Frogge) Keyes in St. Joseph, MO. Hazel grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Central High School in 1961. She attended the Bethany Hospital School of Nursing.
On November 25, 1967 she was united in marriage to Darrel Meade. After their marriage they lived in St. Joseph and in 1970 moved to Gower where they made their home. Her husband, Darrel, preceded her in death on January 14, 2008.
Hazel was a registered nurse and retired from Heartland Regional Medical Center.
She was an active member of the Gower Christian Church. She enjoyed quilting and was a member of the Piece Corps Quilters Guild.
Hazel was also preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her daughter, Amy (Bill) Terry; son, Joe (Aspen) Meade; four grandchildren, Sadie, Carson, Brooklynne, and McKenna; sister, Robbie (Richard) Steinberg; several nieces and nephews including Jodie Parkhurst and Ray Aspey, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, September 15th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building.
Funeral Service: 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 16th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building.
Burial: Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO.
The family would encourage people to wear Hazel’s favorite color purple.
Donations may be made to the Gower Christian Church.
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Service Details
Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Joseph, MO.
6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, September 15th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building.
10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 16th at the Gower Christian Church AFC Building.
Comments & condolences
18 comments
Kathy Buchanan
So sorry for your loss, I have lot’s of good memories of Hazel and Darryl from my many years in Gower …
Kimberly Hernandez
Sorry for your loss. Heaven has received an angel. Will miss her smile and laugh.
Charlene Huber
To all Hazel’s Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Hazel as a wonderful person and friend. I had gotten to know her through Quilt Guild. Prayers for all.
Anita Mummert
To Amy and Families ,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing . Am sending sincerest thoughts and sympathies to all . I know you have many cherished memories to carry on your family’s Legacy. Anita Nummert
Cheryl Belcher McGaughy
I worked with Hazel at Heartland. She always made me smile, was a wonderful mentor and person she loved her family so much. I’m so sorry for your loss. She touched many people.
Nancy schoenlaub
Amy and family.
I am so sorry about your mom. you have my sympathy during this time. just know I am thinking of you.
Natalie West
Amy…so sorry to hear about your mom. Of course I remember them from the donut shop. The cherry turnovers were my favorite. Your parents were always smiling and made people feel welcome.
Blessings to you as you walk through this difficult time!
Joan Dixon
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Hazel through the Quilt Guild and many moons ago at Sister’s Hospital. She always put a smile on my face. She was a delightful person and will be missed. Prayers to all.
Mike and Jo and Tawnya Roady
so very sorry for your loss.
Mike and Jo and Tawnya Roady
so very sorry for your loss.
Dorothy Silvius
Dear Amy , Bill and Sadie: I know how much you all loved your family, Mother and Grandma. It is always so sad to let go. She was always very special in your lives. My sympathy to all of you! I miss seeing you but love hearing about you from friends at church. Sending my love to you all!!!! Dorothy
Jennifer Reed Voltmer
Amy so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family,
Marilyn Nordstrom
Amy, Joe, Robbie and families,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hazel was a very special lady and loved by all that knew her. We have been good friends since our high school days. Enjoyed lots of good times and many chats. She will be truly missed. I know that you have lots of special memories to keep her close in your hearts.
Hugs and prayers. ❤️🙏
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Marilyn Nordstrom and Family
M. Alexanne Pifer
I am so sorry to hear that Hazel has passed. Hazel was a fun loving person that I always looked to see at our class reunion. Rest in peace my friend.
Daryl Walkup
So sorry for your loss Amy and Joe. Hazel was a special lady that would do anything ask of her with a smile on her face. She was so proud of her family.
I am having a heart procedure at KU Monday and they will be keeping me overnight.
Prayers are with you and your family.
Shirley
My deepest sympathy to her families! She was a sweet lady with always a smile. She will be missed 🙏
Debbie Ford McDonald
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Hazel. She was always a dear friend of my mom and our family ❤️
Renée PasleyBeggs
Hazel was always a warm and caring woman, nursing was the perfect endeavor for her. I have known her since I was a child along with many other of my family members. Prayers to her family!