Hazen Nelson MacKenzie – 80, Lower Harmony, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at home. Born in Harmony, he was a son of the late Ira and Ethel (Smith) (MacKenzie) Archibald.

Hazen was a member of McCulloch United Church, Harmony, where he sang in the choir and attended many church activities. He loved the outdoors, and was happiest when working with his tractor (Not a John Deere!) and helping others. He lived a simple, quiet life and never looked for attention or to be in the spotlight; he was content with the comforts of home and the love he shared with his family and friends.

Hazen is survived by his daughters, Wanda (Harvey) MacArthur, Valley; Diane MacKenzie, Lower Harmony; grandchildren, Ryan and Matthew MacArthur; brother, Arthur MacKenzie, Orangeville, Ontario; sisters-in-law, Doris MacKenzie, Truro; Peg Lynds, Truro; Blanche MacKenzie, Lower Harmony; Barb MacKenzie, Truro; Helen MacKenzie, Bible Hill; several nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Irene Eva (Lynds); daughter, Linda MacKenzie; sisters, Helen (Don) Grant, Ernestine in infancy; brothers, Howard in infancy, Roy, Russell, Harold, Ernest, Floyd. He will be missed by his grand-dog, Milo.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where the funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Monday, July 11, 2016, Reverend Iain Macdonald officiating. Interment in Harmony Cemetery. Reception will follow in McCulloch United Church, corner of Harmony Road and Camden Road. If so desired, donations in Hazen’s memory to McCulloch United Church or Harmony Cemetery are welcomed. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Hazen’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com

"How are you, Hazen?

I’m better than nothin’, thanks!"