Hazel B. McClure, of Covington, GA, beloved wife of Murray McClure, went home to be with her Heavenly Father, Sunday, August 18, 2013, at the age of 88. Mrs. McClure enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles, quilting blankets for newborn babies, reading, and writing poems. She even had one book printed titled, "The Three Brooms". She loved her family and friends dearly; she delighted in entertaining and cooking for them. She always cherished the time she spent with those closest to her. She and her true love enjoyed many special times together on the dance floor. Mrs. McClure loved to travel, and considered climbing Diamond Head, in Hawaii, while in her late 70's, as one of her greatest accomplishments. She had a heart for others, and was often found preparing and delivering meals to families in need. Mrs. McClure read her Bible daily and was sure to include family and friends in her daily prayers. She was loved, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emmett Hill Biggers, Sr. and Clara Webb Biggers; sister, Elizabeth B. Lott; and brother, Emmett Hill Biggers, Jr.
Survivors include her beloved husband of 72 years, Murray McClure of Covington; daughter and son-in-law, Peggy M. and R.T. Smith, Jr. of Augusta; grandchildren, Kelly S. and James Petty of Rock Hill, SC, Joshua S. and Judy Smith of Whitefish, MT; great-grandchildren, Chapman Thomas Petty, Macy McClure Petty, Mary Hannah Smith; sister, Sarah Stubbs of Covington; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services for Mrs. McClure will be held Saturday, August 24, 2013, 11:00 AM, at First Presbyterian Church, in Covington, with Rev. Dr. William B. Wade, Jr., officiating, and entombment following in New Covington Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Friday, August 23, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 1169 Clark Street SW, Covington, GA 30014.
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