Hazel C. St. Cyr

South Portland-Hazel Constance Stewart St. Cyr, age 87, of South Portland passed away peacefully on October 21, 2023 at her home following a period of declining health. Hazel was born June 7, 1936 in Portland, Maine the middle daughter of Herbert Stewart and Ruth MacMillan Stewart. Hazel attended South Portland Schools. She met her first love, Jerry St. Cyr, during her high school years. Hazel and Jerry were married on May 16, 1953 and went on to have three children. Hazel and Jerry raised their family in the Country Gardens neighborhood in South Portland. Hazel wore many hats throughout her lifetime. She began as a devoted homemaker and later became an inspirational Weight Watcher instructor. Transitioning into the world of insurance, she worked at Brooks Insurance Agency. Hazel then pursued her passion for beauty, becoming a licensed Cosmetologist and an instructor at Head Hunter II School of Hair Design. She continued to share her talents as a licensed beautician until the age of 70. Hazel was a self-taught crochet and knitting enthusiast. She made beautiful, quality gifts and was quick to share her creations with others. We would be remiss if we did not mention what an excellent cook and baker she was. As time passed, Hazel explored new passions and joined several cribbage clubs. She happily traveled with friends out of state to play in tournaments. Closer to home, Hazel played at Gritty's every Monday night for many years. This past Spring was her last time playing with the Gritty’s Gang in Portland. A special shout out to this group of people she loved. My sister and I want to thank all of you for the kindness you showed to our Mother. Hazel also loved the casino! She would spend hours there and just loved everything about the place; the lights, the sounds, the action! Hazel was predeceased by her parents, her sisters, Patricia Karst and Lillian ‘Hoodie’ Marcoux, her husband Jerry and son, Donald. Hazel is survived by two loving daughters and wonderful sons-in-law, Sylvia and her husband Tom and daughter Courtney; Monique and her husband Steve and their children Chloe and Sam. We would also like to acknowledge and thank our Mother’s friend Peter, who was a gift to her as well as a steadfast companion these last several years. Thank you Peter. Thank you to Hospice of Southern Maine for the care you extended to make her final weeks at home possible. Hazel was very giving. In her memory, please consider performing a random act of kindness in her honor. Kindness is a gift everyone can afford to give. Burial will be private. A Celebration of Hazel’s life will be held at Dimillo’s Restaurant, Commercial Street, Portland, Maine on Friday, November 3rd, 2023 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Arrangements are under the direction of the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral home, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. To view Hazel’s memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com If you have a great memory or story about our Mother, we would love it if you would write it down. It would give us great joy to read the stories. Those who wish may make memorial contributions in Hazel’s memory to: The American Cancer Society at: donate.cancer.org