Friday, October 9, 2026 | St. Lawrence County, NY
OGDENSBURG -- A Memorial Mass for Daniel L. Hazen, age 80, of Ogdensburg, will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday October 14, 2026, at Notre Dame Church with Rev. Mickey Demo officiating.
Mr. Hazen passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Dan is survived by his children, Daniel Hazen (JoAnn Sias) of Ogdensburg, Jennifer (Mio) Franceschi of Watertown, Kristin (Brian) Lumley of Ogdensburg, and Ashley (Bill) Kurtz of Louisville, KY; his grandchildren, Anna Hazen Cox, Michael Hazen-Courson, Cole Hazen Courson,, and Arthur Hazen Ashley; great-grandchildren, Jackson and Mason Kurtz; a brother, Lawrence (Pamela) Hazen of Potsdam; a sister, Eileen (Tony) Perez of Nevada; along with nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Michele, in 2019; his son, Michael Hazen, in 1990; and his infant daughter, Lisa Hazen.
Dan was born on May 29, 1946, in the son of the late Lawrence and Margaret (Lynch) Hazen.
He graduated from Hermon-DeKalb High School and went on to pursue his passion for education at Parsons College, New Paltz, St. Lawrence University and SUNY Potsdam, where he earned double master’s degrees in education.
On May 17, 1969, Dan married the love of his life, Michele A. Mousaw. Together, they built a life centered around family, faith, education, and their shared love of horses.
Their home and their lives were enriched by the many special memories they created together, particularly those involving their children, grandchildren, and the horses they loved so dearly.
Dan dedicated much of his life to education. He spent 30 years as a teacher and educator at Hermon-DeKalb Central School, where he touched the lives of countless students before retiring.
Retirement, however, did not end his commitment to education. He soon returned to the classroom as principal of St. Marguerite D’Youville Catholic School, a position he held for seven years.
His dedication to young people extended far beyond the classroom. Dan coached baseball, basketball, and girls’ softball, and he found great joy in volunteering his time to youth sports. Whether teaching in a classroom, guiding a student, coaching from the sidelines, or simply offering encouragement, Dan had a gift for helping young people believe in themselves and reach their potential.
His commitment to service also extended to his faith and community. Dan served as a Deacon for the Diocese of Ogdensburg and was a longtime parishioner of Notre Dame Church.
He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. His faith was an important part of his life, and he was always willing to give his time and talents to help others.
Dan will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, educator, coach, mentor, and friend. He possessed a lifelong love of learning and a deep belief in the importance of education, but above all, he treasured his family. His greatest pride came from watching his children and grandchildren grow, and his greatest joy was the time spent with them.
Those who knew Dan will also remember his love of horses, a passion that he and Michele shared throughout their marriage. The horses were more than a hobby—they were woven into the fabric of their family life and became part of the many cherished memories that will live on in those who loved him.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Daniel Hazen Memorial Scholarship c/o of Hermon Dekalb Central School.
Condolences and fond memories can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.
