Obituary of Gerald J. Hazzard

Age 89 of North St. Paul Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle died, while sleeping peacefully, Oct. 30, 2012. He was preceded in death by his siblings Pat and Don, as well as his parents Agnes and Gerald Sr. He is survived by his loving wife Harriet, his sister Joan Cummings, his children Roberta Benno Wagner (James), Mark (Sharon), Mary, Paul (Kathy) and Joel (Heidi), 11 grandchildren: Michael, Amy, Nicole, Matthew, Erica, Nick, Hilary, James, Hannah, Rachel and Tucker; and 6 great-grandchildren Maria, Olivia, DJ, Logan, William and Maxfield. Also survived by dearest family & friends. Jerry was a graduate of Minneapolis School of Art. He served in the Air Force (stationed in England) during World War II. Jerry was a true entrepreneur who built several successful businesses, including Walden Gallery, International Travel Arrangers (ITA), and Aura (travel companies). Jerry was a dear friend of many. He was a true gentleman, with a compassionate heart, and he will be dearly missed. Mass of Christian Burial Friday (11/2) at 11:00 AM at CHURCH OF ST. PETER, 2600 Margaret Street, North St. Paul, MN 55109 with visitation starting at 9:30. Memorials preferred to St. Peter's Building Fund or donor's choice.