Sharon Hazelton

Sharon M. Hazelton, 81, a resident of Eldridge, Iowa died on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at her home.  Private family services will be held at Chambers Funeral Home in Eldridge.

She was born in Detroit, Michigan on April 21, 1941, the daughter of Philip Michael and Eleanor Jean (Bateman) Hazelton.

Those left to honor her memory include her daughter, Michelle (Dennis) Potter of Eldridge; her son, Joseph Velthuysen of Harrison Township, Michigan; her grandchildren, Angela, Brittney, Nicholas, Miranda, Kristina and Jessica; her great-grandchildren, Aiden, Alayna, Jesse, Judah, Jedidiah, Jael and Dominick; and her brother, Donald Hazelton of Clinton Township, Michigan.

She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Velthuysen; her sister, Betty Ann Tillison; and by her parents.

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Romans 8:28 NLT

Sharron Hazelton was not only known for her intense passion for her Beloved Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, but also for the selfless & unwavering love she had for all who crossed her path.

She was beautiful inside and out.

She was thoughtful & intentional always looking for little opportunities to be a blessing to those around her.     She truly knew how to love others well and regularly choose to put others over and above herself.

One of her most favorite things to do in this world was to serve God through her many talents and giftings. Whether that was sewing, cooking, baking, babysitting, cleaning, calling, writing, or sending a little money when times were tough…..she always knew how to encourage your heart when you needed it.

Sharon was genuinely a breath of fresh air in this world. She was without a doubt called according to her Saviors plans and purposes. We are so thankful that she chose daily to lead a life filled with Love and Hope. She is an inspiration to us all. With such a humble heart and gentle spirit, she truly exemplified Christ in all her ways.

“Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.”

1 Corinthians 13:4-7 NLT

This was her.