Hazel Juanita Gruetzmacher's Obituary
Hazel Juanita Gruetzmacher, 86, of Chanute passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022. Hazel was born on February 19, 1935, in Thayer, Kansas, the daughter of George and Cecil (Becker) Gruetzmacher.
Hazel grew up on the family farm in Thayer and graduated from Altoona High School in 1954. Hazel worked as a farm hand and dedicated her entire life to her family’s farm.
Hazel is survived by:
Her Nephews:
Don Riggle
Harold Gruetzmacher
Rick Gruetzmacher
Rex
Nieces:
Anita
Diana
Great-Nephew:
Phillip Riggle
Great Nieces:
Heather Wilson
Bonnie Riggle
Danielle Johndrow
Great-Great Nephews:
Charlie
Cason
Great-Great Nieces:
Hadley
Amanda
Hazel was preceded in death by her parents George and Cecil, brothers: Leo, Lloyd, and Herbert, and sisters: Ruby and Edna.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 3:00 pm at the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. Services entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home 101 N. Highland, Chanute, KS 66720.
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