Jerry Halden Hazen, 79, of Hopkins, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017 at Wings Home in Allegan, Michigan. Mr. Hazen was born October 6, 1937 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of the late Halden and Ethel (Leggett) Hazen. He spent most of his life as a truck driver. He retired as a loader operator from Grand Rapids Gravel Company. He was fortunate enough to marry his true love, Sarah Alice McCullough (known as Alice) and together raise two children. He thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and being a part of their lives. Jerry tried to be a good example of what a father and grandfather should be - and he succeeded. His loving kindness and gentle spirit made those that he loved, feel the love. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Alice; their daughter, Debbie Ruthruff; 6 grandchildren, Matt and Jessica Hazen, Paul and Marsha Hazen, Amanda and Cory Perrin, Sara VanSingel, Jeremy and Amanda Harrington, Luke and Vicky Harrington; 12 great-grandchildren, brother, Jack and Elaine Hazen; sister-in-law, Ruth Hazen; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Halden and Ethel Hazen; his son, Mark Hazen; grandson-in-law, Brian VanSingel; and 2 brothers, Bruce Hazen and Jim Hazen. Friends may meet with the family at Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel, on Thursday, February 2, 2017 from 5-7 PM and on Friday, February 3 from 10-11 AM with funeral services being held at 11 AM, Comer Skinner officiating. Memorial donations may be made in Jerry's name to the Diabetes Foundation or Wings of Hope Hospice. Private interment for immediate family at Maplewood Cemetery, Hopkins Township.