Hazel attended school in Calera and later married Oscar Lee Ashley Sr. on May 1, 1948 and they were blessed 50 years together until his passing in 1998. She worked for the sewing factory in Durant and as cook’s assistant and was a member of Mead Baptist Church.
Hazel was preceded in death by husband, Oscar Ashley; son, Danny Ashley; nine siblings and nine sisters- and brothers-in-law.
Graveside services were held Friday, August 14, 2020 at Rose Hill Cemetery in Calera with Bro. Kerry Groce officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of Brown’s Durant Funeral and Cremation Service.