Whitney Pier
We, the family of Hazel Kozera, are broken hearted and deeply saddened to announce her passing on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born on November 5, 1932, in Sydney, Hazel was the daughter of the late William John and Lena (Launay) Crane.
Besides her parents, Hazel was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Stan ‘Binks’ Kozera; sisters, Rosie MacAskill, Olive Drover, Gertrude Mollons, Geraldine Ayre and brothers, George Crane and William Crane.
Hazel was a member of St. Albans Church, Whitney Pier. She was an avid Bingo player, Blue Jays fan and game show viewer. Over the years, Hazel made sure the family was well supplied with baking goods (especially her brownies), cabbage rolls and perogies.
Hazel is survived by her sons, Stan (Elaine), Norman (Gerarda), and Paul (Carol), all of Sydney; grandchildren, Trevor, Beverly, Kenzie and Caitlyn; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter, her namesake, Hazel; sisters, Linda (Ivan) Henderson, Anne MacDonald, and Shirley Gardiner; brothers, Alonzo, John (Doris), Robert (Vangie), Ronnie (Helen), and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the nurses and doctor of Palliative Care at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for the compassionate and gentle care mom received in her last days.
Visitation for the late Hazel Kozera will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, from 5-8 pm. Funeral service will be held at St. Alban’s Church, Whitney Pier on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Jackie Warren officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney.
The family request that masks be worn in church.
Donations in memory of Hazel may be made to Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton County.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Sorry to hear of your loss. Hazel was always a pleasant and caring person.She always had that big smile and the area will miss one of the true pillars of our neighborhood. May all your fond memories help all the family through this difficult time.
From: Kevin Primmer/Gen Fogarty
Stand and the Crane family our deepest condolence on the passing of your mother and to the Crane family of your sister. Stand, as a young individual growing up on Broadway it was a daily occurrence to see your mom walk down to visit her mom. Stand, getting to know you your mom had passed that ritual on to you. Treasure the loving memories you have of your mom.
From: Chuck and Linda Collins
To the Kozera family our thoughts and love are with you today and onward. Hazel was an amazing person who’s kind heart touched many. Love Denise (AuCoin), Craig and Gavin Scott
From: Denise Scott
The Pearson family sends our deepest condolences on Hazel’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and will be remembered fondly.
From: Jackie, Carolyn, David and Jennifer Pearson
Kozera family,
We are very sorry for your loss.
Bert and Maurina Lewis
So very sorry to see that Hazel has passed away. May all your fond memories help you through this difficult time.
Sincere Condolences,
Anne Marie MacAskill
Paul and Family
Our deepest condolences to all of you at this most difficult time
Mary & Roddie Keeping
Paul, Carol and Kozera families, we are sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
RIP Mrs. Kozera
My deepest condolences to the family and friends .Hazel was a lovely lady. She will be missed but never forgotten. May you R.I.P. Hazel.
Sorry to hear about Hazel’s passing. Thoughts and prayers of comfort for you all.
To the Kozera Family.
We are so very sorry for your loss! May the memories of your dear mom comfort you through these very difficult times!
Norman and family we were so very sorry to have learned about your Mom’s passing. We will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time.
My condolences to the family may she rest in peace she was a beautiful lady
Paul, Carol and Kozera Family, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jackie and Bruce Matthews.
So so sorry to hear about your mom, hugs to all of you.
Our condolences to the family. Hazel and Binks were wonderful neighbors. Always friendly and kind. Hazel was such a strong willed woman, she was inspiring. May you all have peace knowing she will now be reunited with Binks.
Stan my deepest condolences to your family on the loss of your Mom, I will keep you in my prayers
Norman. We are sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. We are sure the happy memories and stories of growing up will help you and your families get through this difficult journey.
Stan, Elaine and Family, my sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mom. She was an incredible Lady. May your precious family memories help you through the difficult days ahead. God bless you all. Love, Debbie
Deepest condolences thoughts and prayers are with you Paul and Families
So sorry for the loss of Hazel. She was a great lady, loved by all.
Stewart and I were very sorry to hear of Hazel’s passing. She was such a good friend and neighbour to Lil and John. May she Rest In Peace.
We’ve all lost a great person, gentle, kind, generous and family oriented are just a few ways to describe the hole left by her.
Shelly and our entire families send our heartfelt condolences to the Kozera Family. We hope that the memories you all have are sufficient to sustain you and your family throughout this most difficult and saddest of days.
Just read about the passing of your mom. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Dear Norman and Gerarda
Our heartfelt thoughts go out to all on the loss of your Mom Hazel. Losing a Mom is a tough time in anyone’s life. Hazel clearly touched many people and we are sure one of her greatest successes and proudest joys was the creation of her children and the generations that follow. Her kind touch and genuine warmth will survive in many to follow. We know you will live with the many wonderful memories and times together and she will always stay close to your heart. May Hazel rest in peace and we will reflect upon the sadness you all feel and can only hope that you will all find the strength together to mourn the loss of a special person. Our thoughts and prayers – we look forward to seeing you someday soon. Gladys and Francis MacKenzie
I am so sorry for your loss. She and Binky are together again, the way that I always used to see them sitting out on the front porch of their house when I was a little girl. She was such a kind hearted woman…My thoughts and payers are with the family at this difficult time.
The deepest condolences on behalf of the Fernandes family. We are saddened to hear of Hazel’s passing.