"Loved her backyard, many memories through the church. Best to all of you. We have fond times in Windom. Gary and Marion"
In loving memory of
Hazel Moon
November 30, 1915 - January 24, 2012
Hazel H. Moon was born on November 30, 1915, in Windom, Minnesota to the late Ezra J. and Olga H. (Christensen) Clark. She received her early education in District 76 of Amo Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota and later graduated from Westbrook Public Schools. She then furthered her education at the University of Minnesota where she studied to be a home economics teacher.
On June 6, 1939, Hazel was united in marriage to Jess Moon at the Amo Methodist Church near Storden. Following their marriage, Hazel and Jess lived in Heron Lake until 1942, when they moved to Cloquet for some eight months while Jess trained in the National Guard. They moved to Windom thereafter and were members of the Windom community ever since. Hazel and Jess owned and operated Moon's Locker in Windom for sixty-three years and were an integral part of the Windom community. Hazel also was a loving wife, mother, grandma, great-grandma, and great-great grandma.
Hazel was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Windom where she was baptized and confirmed. She also was past president of the Women's Society and Past Matron of the Eastern Star (4 years). She had many enjoyments in life which included her family, sewing, knitting, and crocheting and gardening.
Hazel is survived by her two sons, Eldon Moon and wife, Deanna, of Windom; Jerry Moon of Windom; 8 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; one sibling, LuEtta Hedrick and her husband, Duane, of Dundee; two sisters-in-law, Beverly Clark, of Silver Bay and Gracie Clark of Windom; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Hazel is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jess Moon; son, Bruce Moon; two brothers, Leon and Marlyn Clark; two daughters-in-law, Jacqueline and Susan Moon.
Blessed be the memory of Hazel Moon.
Tributes
"To the Moon Family: Our sincere condolences to you in the loss of your mother. She was a fine lady. Blessings to you as you remember her and the special times you had with her."
"Eldon and Jerry, I fondly remember playing as child at your home and the welcome that always came from your mother. Everytime she saw me at UMC she always had a warm greeting. I'm sure you will miss her presence in your lives."
"Dear Eldie, Jerry and families, I enjoyed the many visits I had with you mother through the years. I know her family was first in her mind. I send my sympathy to you."
"Dear Jerry -We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. We know how hard it is to lose a parent,but we are praying you will be comforted knowing she is with our Lord and savior, and at peace now. That has comforted us. God bless you and your family!
Dan & Linda Ortmann"
"Jerry, Eldon and family Hazel & Jess were always a part of our church family. Hazel was a rock of the church. We will miss her,we always had a closeness to her. We're thinking of you with our prayers & sympathy "
"I have been friends with Jerry and Eldon since i was 15 yrs old going down to the locker and Hazel would be there wrapping meat helping in the locker. She was one of the nicest lady I ever met. Im sorry for your lost as she will be with Jess again as Windom has lost one of the finest woman and friend that has ever lived here."
"Jerry & family, I will always remember Hazel as the rock of stability, the "Godmother" of the Methodist church, and a lady I loved to say good morning to, could always a get a smile. Thoughts and prayers, repsect for the path of life Hazel has shown to so many of us. Don & Sharon Olson"
"Very sorry for your loss, she will be missed."
"Jerry and family. You have our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort you at this difficult time."
"Eldon and Jerry - When I remember Aunt Hazel I think of all the summers we travel all the way down to Windom for our "vacation". Staying at Aunt Hazel's was such a treat - I remember gleaming hardwood floors, lots of violets in stands by the dining room windows, and how exicted my sisters and I were to see her mink coats! I also think of beautiful flowers in her garden, especially pink peonies. My heart goes out to you all , I know she will be greatly missed. Debbie Anderson (Clark)"
"Jerry, Eldon and families,You have our sympathy, Hazel will be missed, but is in a better place with Jess again. "
"Jerry & Eldon we are so sorry to here of the passing of your Mom but she is in the hands of God now at peace. So sorry we can not be there with you but we are on a trip and now are in Texas and will not be back until the 1st of March. Just know our hearts are with you and we are praying for you and your families to have peace. It is so hard to lose someone you love but remember all the memories you had with her. We always enjoyed seeing her in church and having coffee with her. She will be missed by many. God be with you all and we will see you when we return. "
"Jerry, Eldon and families. I am sorry that I will not be in Windom for Hazels Funeral. She was a dear friend and did so much for her church and community. What a wonderful life she had. I know that her passing will leave a large void in your life Jerry. Again, I'm sorry for your loss and you will all be in my prayers. "