James Robert "Bob" Hazlett, age 84, of Heathrow, FL passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, February 11, 2020. He was the son of Robert Lee and Mary Ellen (O'Connor) Hazlett, and was born in Helenwood, TN on March 7, 1935.
Bob grew up primarily in Oak Ridge,Tennessee where in junior high and high school he excelled in many sports. He went on to play college football and basketball and met his wife Lou at the University of Tennessee from where they both graduated and became avid UT fans. He also gave his love of sports to his three daughter, especially basketball and football. He was hired by Roadway Express, Inc. right out of college and worked with them as an Executive until his retirement. His job transferred him and his family to Birmingham, Alabama, Nashville, Tennessee, Flint, Michigan, Jackson, Mississippi and Coral Gables, Florida. He met many people along the way with whom he became lifelong friends. Bob was a generous man and was always willing to lend an ear or a helping hand to others. He was a brilliant man who happily shared his vast knowledge and love of books with all. He was a loving husband, generous and fun "Daddy" and a great "Grandpa" to all.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Lucille (Daniels) Hazlett, and daughters Brigit (Alfredo) Zamora of Apopka and Gretchen Hazlett of Redwood Shores, Ca. He was predeceased by his daughter, Pamela Dawn Hazlett. He is also survived by his brother Joe Hazlett (Maria), and predeceased by his sister, Cecelia Ann Norris. He is survived by grandchildren Alfredo R. Zamora (Melissa), Alexandria Zamora, great grandchildren Liliana Zamora, Aney Zamora, Alfredo R. Zamora, Jr., and sister in laws, Dean Tussey (Phil), Paula Ross, Sandy Lefevers (Johnny), Margaret McCarty (Larry), Brother in law Tom and many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation, in Bob's name, to aid in research for a cure for Parkinson's Disease:
Michael J. Fox Foundation
www.michaeljfox.org
Parkinson's Foundation
www.parkinson.org
A Memorial Mass will be held at Church of the Annunciation, 1020 Montgomery Rd. Altamonte Springs, Fl 32714 on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 10:00 am. Reception to follow at "Padre Pio Place" behind the church.