Hazel Eakins

October 25, 1921 - April 13, 2019

Hazel Eakins, 97 of Rushville, passed away on April 13, 2019 in Rushville. She was born on October 25, 1921 in Somerset, KY to the late Jackson and Rachel (Anderson) Halsey. She was very proud of her family maiden name, Halsey. Hazel married Carl D. Eakins on November 17, 1945 and he preceded her in death on December 15, 1999. Hazel was a lifetime member of Hannegan Christian Church. She was devoted to her family and church family. Hazel’s dry wit and contagious humor will be missed by many. She was a wonderful cook and baker. Hazel was also an avid gardener. Hazel is survived by her daughters, Barbara (Bill) Watson of Indianapolis and Carolyn (George) Meyer of Rushville; brothers, Clay Halsey, Bob (Joyce) Halsey, Lester (JoAnn) Halsey, Wade Halsey; sister, Geneva Bogle; 3 grandchildren, David Meyer of Rushville, Patrick Meyer of Rushville, and Jennifer (Mike) Bryson of Spiceland; 4 great-grandchildren, Jase Meyer, Bryce Meyer, Sara Bryson, and Andrew Bryson. She will also be missed by several nieces and nephews. Hazel is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, Jones Halsey and Ellis Halsey; sisters, Rose Perkins, Beulah Stepp, and Blanche Cook. Services will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at 10 AM at Moster Mortuary, with Pastor Warren Engel presiding. Friends are welcome to visit the family on Wednesday evening from 5PM-7PM at the mortuary. Burial will be held in Rushville East Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hannegan Christian Church in memory of Hazel.