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Mrs. Crutchley was such a kind person, she was never seen without a smile on her face. The day she nearly fainted because of her illness I wasnt in school, so I never felt I got to say a proper goodbye. i was away for my brothers birthday, thinking I'd see her again on the monday, but I returned to school and she wasn't there. I think it is so unfair that innocent people like Hazel should get illnesses like this. She was always cheering me up and it is so heartbreaking that she had to suffer for years. I just wish I could've said goodbye properly. I loved having you as a teacher Mrs.Crutchley and I wish you could've seen what we are all like now; I know you would've been so proud of all of us. Love, Sammy. xx
Sammy
I kept in touch with Hazel ever since I left school .
All I can add to what those others have said is that Hazel was sunshine in my life. Hazel will always be an important part of my life. Farewell Hazel, and thank you.
Martin Roder
Hazel,
You long battle is finally over and you are at peace now, looking down on all of us who's lives you touched and inspired as one of the greatest teachers.
Never forgotten.
Amy Parr, Cliffe Woods Primary School
Amy Parr
Hazel was a wonderful friend for many years back in the 70's & 80's. From the minute we met in the back alley - we knew we would have lots of fun together! Such very fond memories of a truely unique person. I feel very privileged to have known her.
Vikki Quinn (Lovesey)
I met Hazel at Shakespeare School several times and found it hard to think that Hazel is no longer with us.
Hazel always was a happy, friendly person and it was a pleasure to have known her.
My thoughts go out to all her family in this difficult time.
Rest in peace Hazel.
Wayne Ellis
Hazel and I spent her last year at Shakespeare School in Lancashire as partners in the Reception Team. We had a brilliant year together,laughing most of the time.
Sleep Well Hazel. XXXXXXXXX
Gill Ellis
Who could forget the rescue of the stray dog that spent the night 'spooning' in bed with the three of you. Take comfort in the knowledge that many of Hazel's friends are sharing your grief. Our thoughts are with you. Remembering happier times and thinking of Hazel's family at this sad time.
Paula Haughton
After hearing the tragic news of Hazel’s passing away I was incredibly sad and upset, also shocked that she was unwell and I was unaware.
The amount of tears I cried after being told the news was a statement in itself of just how special Hazel was. This lovely lady taught me 10 years ago now when I was in year 4. I remember her very well, a happy, caring and kind person. Even at the young age of 10 I admired her as a teacher and a person. She treated me, and my classmates, as individuals, caring for us as people, as well as pupils. She was, and remains, a very important figure in my childhood. Her love for animals was inspiring, an interest in which we both shared. We would talk about our pet dogs on a regular basis and I liked to think of her not just as my teacher but my friend.
Her amount of optimism, inspiration and caring for learning and teaching is something I have never quite found in any other teacher, and I mean that from the bottom of my heart.
I feel privileged to have known Hazel, and even more so to have had her as my teacher. My thoughts are with her friends and family at this difficult time.
Education has lost one of its most inspiring teachers, and the world has lost a very special lady.
I will never forget you Hazel. I feel safe in the knowledge that you are reunited with your beloved dog Rose, and that you can look after each other again now.
May you rest in peace Mrs Crutchley.
Love Lorna Blundell
xxx
Lorna Blundell
Richard - So sorry to hear the sad news. My thoughts are with you. You could not have done any more over the last 4 years, and I'm sure Hazel would be proud of you.
All the very best for the future.
Richard
Richard Bell
Hearing of Hazel's sad departing made me think of all the happy times we spent at Shakespeare School. As Margaret Lund mentioned in her message, Hazel made a mighty fine parrot in the school panto and was particularly good playing my pet cat in another Shakespeare School production. I am sure I still have it on video so will make a determined effort to search it out. Hazel was such a loving and caring person and as is the saying 'the good die young' her untimely death seems so unfair. Rest in peace Hazel x x
WENDY MATHER
Just read about Hazel in the local paper.My sincere condolences to you all.She was such a beautiful person.
Pat from Fleetwood.
Dear Richard,
It came as a great shock to hear about Hazel’s untimely death and I was so sorry to hear this sad news. As mentioned in Jim’s email I had no idea she was ill. Last night I took the time to sit and read through your blog entries, which gave a clear insight into the battle you both have had to endure over the last couple of years. You write with amazing courage and commitment to Hazel, which I greatly admire.
I have very fond memories of ‘Mrs Crutchley’ at Shakespeare School, where she was an enthusiastic and extremely caring teacher. Although I was not actually in her class, we both shared a love for animals and first started talking after I noticed she was wearing a ‘Sponsor A Dog’ badge at school one day. I too sponsored a dog, so this was where our friendship began. I remember with great fondness walking my dog Elli with Hazel and Rosie in Poulton and at Stannah. We always had lots of fun getting wet and very muddy!
When thinking of Hazel I remember her passion for teaching, her beautiful handwriting, unforgettable smile and kindness to animals. I hope you are able to take comfort in these happy memories, she really did touch the hearts of all who knew her.
With love and special thoughts,
Heather Leadbetter
Heather Leadbetter
I attended shakespeare school and was lucky enough to be taught by Hazel, your patience with me meant alot . i cant believe that u have gone. R.I.P hazel.
Please dry your tears and laugh again
let your heart release the pain.
Accept my time on earth was complete,
all my lessons learned-some bitter sweet.
envisage me who was healthy and strong.
don't hold on to the memory where it all went wrong.
Know the place where i am feels right.
i am surrounded by love and bathed in white light.
goodbye x
Carrieann Stirzaker
I was rung by my mother today who informed me of Hazel's passing away, something that moved me immensely. Hazel was my teacher back when I was in year 4, a good 10 years ago now, and yet I can still remember her so well. She was, and I say this with some feeling, one of the most inspirational teachers I ever had, who perhaps was the first who created in me a love of learning that persists to this day. Neither I, nor any of my classmates who I have since spoken to, had heard even the slightest hint of any of this, and it was a huge shock to us all. She was one of the brightest and best people I have ever known, and her loss as a teacher, let alone as a person is a tragedy. Her legacy as a teacher alone will ensure she will never be forgotten.
I hope now that she rests happily, and my thoughts are with all those who were far closer to her than I ever was.
Yours,
Jim Canning
Jimmy Canning
Heya, I worked with Rufaro at Mallard House 2007-2008, and I have just heard the sad news. I send love and best wishes to all of you. Love Carrie x x
Carrie
It was such a shock to hear from you last Thursday as I have only recently returned to Shakespeare after a gap of seven years and had no idea that Hazel was ill.
There are quite a few staff still here who remember her with fondness and many tears were shed as we talked about our memories of her - all happy ones. She was a very special person who will always be remembered with much love in the hearts and minds of everyone who knew her. Her kindness touched everyone who met her, children, adults and animals alike.
There really is another angel in heaven.
Our thoughts and prayers are now with you and Hazel's family.
Susan Bartlett
Hello Richard,
Susan rang me yesterday to tell me the sad news. Everyone who knew Hazel at Shakespeare is thinking of you and recalling so many happy memories of Hazel's time with us in Fleetwood. Do you remember her cameo role as the parrot in the staff pantomime? Her optimism and cheerfulness shone through like a beacon at school and her friendship was valued so much by us all. She leaves behind a legacy which is a testament to her wonderful teaching skills. The positive impact on the hundreds of children's lives she touched with her special magic will live on.
Our thoughts are with you.
Margaret Lund
Margaret Lund
Sending our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Our thoughts are with you and Hazel's family
Maria and James (Ferndale)
Richard
I'm so very sorry to hear that Hazel has finally lost her battle. My thoughts are with you and her family. I hope you are able to take comfort in knowing she is at peace now. It's clear that you have given your all and been Hazel's rock through her long and difficult journey - no-one can ask for more than that.
Take good care,
Catherine
Catherine Ashby
My thoughts are with you at this sad time. I used to work at Mallard House and spent quite a lot of time with Hazel. She will be missed greatly.
Sarah Durman
Hazel, although I only knew you for the short time I worked at Mallard House, I can truly say that you were one of the most inspiring and courageous people that I have ever met. You had such a kind and generous heart with so much to give.
I have some wonderful memories of the times I spent with you. You will be so sadly missed xx
Richard, my deepest sympathies to you and all of Hazel's family
Georgie Scott
To Richard and Hazel's family: I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. I live in Fleetwood and met Hazel at Shakespeare Primary School were she taught my daughter we became friends. In the school holidays she would bring Rosie up and we would walk my dog and Rosie on the beach. She was so nice and kind to everyone and loved animals and having the pleasure of knowing her i do believe angels exist...take care.
Helen Collins and family
Richard,
I will never forget some of the comments Hazel made that made me
(and Beccy) do a double take. She was a real character and a lovely woman. Loved her Banoffee Pie and that Bread and Butter Pudding. That trip in Beer was very memorable. Great friends. Here to support you now.
Stephen Meah-Sims
Stephen Meah-Sims
I'm so sorry to hear of Hazel's passing. Just want to say how much I've admired the way that you have always been there for her. Do take care of yourself.
Lots of love and Reiki light.x
Margaret Bradbury
Rich,
Barbie, Woody and I send our heart felt condolences to both yourself and Margaret and John.
It's a sad time, but one of merciful release for our dear,dear friend. I will carry those happy memories of our time together at Headway, along with those rude jokes of hers and the smiles she always had when ever we were together. We'll wait for your directions about her funeral, so we can come and say our last goodbye...
If we can help in any way, you know you only have to ask...
Phil D
Phil Densley
Richard,
Although we didn't know Hazel that well I feel I've grown to know her through following the updates.
Sad news indeed but she is at rest now. Thinking of you in your time of sadness.
Gloria/Graham-(Dance)
Hi there,
Just reading about the latest news and thought back to our New Year together. Always here for you both. Was wondering Richard if you would like to run together early next year and do some more fundraising. Seems like a positive thing to do to help research into supporting people with brain injury,
See you soon,
Beccy
Beccy Sims
Thinking of you all at this time, take the greatest of care, Love Linda Little xx
Linda Little
Rich,
I have caught up with the latest and have too say I hope our girl doesn't have to suffer for too much longer.Barbie, Woodie and I are all caught betwix coming up to MK too see Hazel before its all too late, or to keep ahold of the memories we have and the pictures of how she looked when leading us all a merry dance at Headway.
From the new photo it looks like things are going downhill fast and its certainly not the Hazel I knew and loved.
If Margaret and John read this, we are thinking of you and our hearts go out to you in this very difficult time.
Rich, you just need to say the word and Woodie and I will be there in a flash, keep us posted, and as always...anything we can do...just call...
Phil
Phillip Densley
Thinking of you all.
Siobain (Ferndale)
You are often in our thoughts, and we wonder how things are going. We keep an eye on the blog to see what events have occurred, as someone will ask if "anyone knows how Hazel is doing?"
Just to say our thoughts are with you in this sad time.
xx
Gloria and Graham
Gloria and Graham - Jive
Dear Richard And Hazel.
Although time has passed since Hazel had to leave us at Ferndale she is often in our thoughts and we keep each other informed on news and progress. We were all very saddened at the latest news as she was a very caring and supportive memeber of our team and a friend we could rely on.
Carol (Ferndale)
I used to work at Mallard House and spend quite alot of the time with Hazel. I like to go onto her website so I can keep up to date with the progress of Hazel.
Sarah Durman
Hey Mrs Crutchley - it's Kirsty. I went to Ferndale but left to go to Hreod. I am truly sorry to hear about your illness. My thoughts are with you and your family and friends xxxx. What a great teacher you are - you helped me often. Thankyou xxxxx
Kirsty
You used to teach me at Ferndale in Swindon, and you're the best teacher I've ever had.
Harry Ryan
Dear Mrs Crutchley, you obviously will not remember me, but you taught me in year 5 in Ferndale. No-one in our class really new what was happening but when we found out we were really sad and we had always said you where the best teacher and everyone i've spoke to from Ferndale has said the same because you always had a smile on your face and brought out the person from the people. Hope everything goes well for you and Richard xx
Vicky
Hi Hazel.
I read about you in Psychologies magazine. I have just finished my training in HANDLE which improves neurological issues. It sounds like this would be ideal for you. Please find out more at: www.handle.org where there are case studies showing people improving even 23years after brain injury. The site will also give you a list of people who practise this HANDLE approach.
Best wishes and good luck,
Paul Baptie
paul@realschool.co.uk
paul baptie
Dear Richard ,Hazel's Mum and Dad, and Family, Sorry to read the latest news about Hazel.After reading about her recoveries in the times past it's hard to realise that it isn't going to happen this time. How do we know what she is going through - we can only summise and I'm sure Hazel herself must be getting weary after all she has gone through to climb back up again and I'm sure she is saying "Enough is enough".
We hope all your differences have been resolved now and that you are able to support each other in the dark days ahead of you. We pray that you all will be given the strength you are going to need to get you through this TOGETHER. This is what Hazel herself would want. Don't have any regrets. Thinking of you all and sending you our love L and J X X X X
Lilian and Jack Marshall Poulton-Le- Fylde
Hi Richard been checking the web site for ages. So sad its not better news.Love to you both,thinking of you.
Jim & Lisa Hannaway Jive class
Hello Hazel I never knew you were called that name.Well I wanted to say how grateful I am what you did for me when my mum was dying. If it wasn't for you I wouldn't have made it through that period. I love you so much and hope you get through this
x
Joe Simpson
Heya Mrs Crutchley! You used to teach me at Ferndale Junior School - you always used to comment on my hair, saying how you wanted it and how wavy it was! You're such a kind person - always putting other people before yourself. I remember you were always smiling and were dedicated to your work at Ferndale, working with children. You were my favourite teacher and an amazing person - one of the kindest, prettiest person i've ever met.
I'm sorry to hear about the last couple of years, and hope with all my heart that you get better and hopefully teach again at Ferndale, so my little 8 year old sister Ella can meet you. She would adore you.
Best Wishes
All my Love
Laura xXxXx
Laura
Hazel and Richard
We are thinking of you both and send our warmest love and support.
Maria and James
Hi Richard, You might not remember us but we remember you both - we have been logging on regularly like many others to see your progress reports on Hazel. A sad time for all.
Our thoughts are with you both, we send our love.
Gloria & Graham-Jive Class
Dearest Hazel, I remember the very first day we met. It was at Ferndale Junior School, you came out of the door and said good morning to me with a massive warm smile. My immediate thoughts were that you were a very special person and that I was going to like working with you. Sure enough I was right, you were a dedicated teacher who worked from the heart. You are a very beautiful woman, inside and out. Your children's education and welfare were very important to you, you were an amazing teacher. You always had time for me too and I learnt a lot from you, I feel priviliged to have met you and the time I worked with you. We shared a love of dancing and I saw you occasionally at Supermarine on a Sunday. You and Richard made a very handsome couple when you danced together. I remember the day you told me you had a tumour, and I asked you about having treatment, you said you couldn't possibly at the moment because SATs were looming and you wouldn't leave your children, typical of you, always thinking of others completely selfless, never thinking of yourself. Hazel you are saturated in only good positive qualities, I have never seen anything negative come from you, never heard you complain or moan about anything or anyone all the time I worked with you. Your inner strength will help you through this period now. All my love Linda Little xxxx
Richard, reading through this very special site for the first time, I want to send you my very best wishes. Nobody could possibly understand what the last couple of years must have been like for you, all the different emotions that you are experiencing. I hope you have a good support network around you, because like Hazel you are a very special person and I admire all that you have done and are doing. Many many regards, Linda Little
Hi Hazel and Richard and your families
Hello Richard. We have been following Hazel's story on you webpage since she was at GWH last year. Although we knew what the eventual outcome of her condition would be, it doesn't make the news any easier to read and accept. We all admire the dedication and support you and Hazel's family have given her, however difficult feelings may have been between you. We think about you and Hazel often and all send you our love and support. From your friends at jive classes.
Gail Newman
I have only worked at Mallard House for a short while as a rehabilation support worker. I have worked alongside Hazel and she is a remarkable lady. I was on a one to one with her last week and she said she wanted to put some lipstick on as she never knew who she was going to bump into.
Sarah Durman
Thinking of you on your 40th Birthday and to let you know we all think and talk about you often at Headway in Swindon.
Sonia
Thinking of you always Hazel, but especially on your birthday. Our thoughts are with you too, Richard, and with Hazel's family
Ferndale Friends
Hi Hazel, Richard and family
Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you all. I worked with Hazel at Ferndale Junior School and found her to be truly inspirational as well and absolutely lovely. Hazels beautiful calm manner made the children she worked with feel so safe and valued, when they talk about her it is always with a smile. We send Hazel and you all so much love and wish you all peace.
Siobain
When my father was termilly ill my sister and i fell out umpteen times but at the end of the day all your feelings matter and every one copes with things in different ways. We are all taught things in our lives but not probably the most important, terminal illness and death. We all have our ways right or wrong. EVERY one is suffering here ,you just need to find a balance in how to deal with this awful situation .My heart goes out to all of you and hope that it all works out for the best. When Hazel is at peace she will most definitely want all of you to be, as she loves you all equally as you all do her. Loads of love to all of you lesley xxx
Lesley
Hi Richard. It's been sad to read that there have been difficulties between yourself and Hazel's parents, we hope these can be resolved. Although we cannot really imagine what the last few years have been like for you all, ultimately Hazel needs all of you equally. As outsiders, we can see that everything which has been done so far has been to Hazel's benefit, but being so close to it all perhaps you don't necessarily see that and differences in opinion are then magnified. Thinking of you all.
Phil & Lesley Day
Thinking of you both Richard and Hazel. Also Hazel's parents and family. It is not getting any easier for any of you, but you need to support each other for Hazel's sake, because she needs you all.
Judith
Judith (Ferndale)
Hello Richard. I am so sorry to read about your increased troubles over christmas. I can understand your point of view and fears for Hazel coming out of Mallard House. As an outsider I have admired your commitment to Hazel, realising that your relationship has totally changed and has not been one that you could have anticipated. This must have been tremendously difficult. However, it is equally difficult for Hazel's parents, although their relationship has, of course, been different. As parents they have always been the ones in the caring role and they have reverted to their relationship when she was much younger. For Hazel's sake and for all of your sakes you need to sort out your differences, because you don't know how much longer you have with Hazel and you will all forever regret time lost now. Best wishes, Judith
Judith (Ferndale)
Richard
We think you should mention on your blog that you refused to spend Hazel's last Christmas with her and said "if Hazel stays here tonight I won't" Your actions have upset and bewildered her more than you can imagine. I would also remond you that you agreed to telephone us. We are still waiting
Margaret and John
hiiii mrs crutchley.im not sure if you remember me but you used to teach me in my old school in ferndale junior school.we all miss you !! well, i am glad to hear you are getting better and i hope you have a full recovery.my name is faye brown just incase you know more that one faye :)you were a great teacher and we still say that you are the best teacher! love faye x
faye
We send you our warmest seasonal wishes.
John Kitching and Helen Dickson
Rich..I have to use this message section to get in contact as my phone as gone pear shaped and contains all your contact numbers.Just to say thanks for the xmas card, Barbie and I had yours with us at the carers meeting, but you didn't attend that night.
We wish both you and Hazel as well as Margaret and John a happy christmas and hope 2008 brings better things for all......
I'll send you a txt once I get this flippin phone back on line....Take good care of yourself mate !!!
Phil
hi richard i have been following hazel and so upset to see so many changes and her stay in gwh to have been so long i just hope her stay at the home now will be comfortable as poss for her. i hope that you are coping and not a day goes by when i dont think of hazel and yourself. my heart goes out to yourself and hazels parents and of course hazel, please give her my love god bless lesley xxx
lesley
Our thoughts are with both you and Hazel, please send her our love. And please don't forget if there is anything we can do just knock. x
Sue, John, Emma, Paul & James (no26)
John and I were at the carers' meeting at Headway in Swindon last night. Phil and Barbara gave us an update on how you are getting on and said they are planning to visit you. John and I want to send our warmest good wishes to you both.
Helen and John
My greetings and support. I am 27 and I suffered a brain injury when I was 21. The process of recovery is extremely difficult and isolating. Other people don't get it. They don't get it what it means that in the bloom of your youth, you lose your center, the control tower that held you all together. It's never the same afterwards. You recover bits and pieces of yourself but it's never the same. The grief is tremendous and I still struggle with it. It's hard not to think about "who I might have been" had I not suffered the accident. It's hard to accept that despite my imperfections, God loves me. Perfection is an American ideal and a youthful one. But ultimately, I don't think it matters.
I hope life gets easier for both of you and I wish you health and peace...
Chaya, U.S.
Hi Hazel, although I've not met you in person, I feel I know you through you husband Richard.He came to us for help & advice about employing an enabler for you. I hope things are good at the moment & I will keep up to date with your web page, regards Sian RHC Trust Swindon
Sian RHC Trust
Hi guys
Just wanted to send a little message to say that we're all glad to hear that Hazel's been improving. I really hope that she continues to do so. You are in our thoughts (depsite us always seemingly being so busy!!). Hang on in there x
Natasha Acres
Hi Richard, After you came in on Sat I could'nt get Hazel out my mind. It was a massive shock to me, she had always been so well, happy and full of life when I was seeing her. Things like this don't happen to people you know only in magazines it just makes you think long and hard about your own life making the most of every day because who could have predicted this? Wow you have been through so much together. You are obviously such a devoted couple the love you share is obviously very deep. I hope you don't mind if I keep visiting your web site to see Hazel's journey and hope Hazel improves over the coming period. My thoughts are with you and the family.
Angelene (hairdresser)
Rich, its so sad to hear that hazel has even more problems to deal with, as if what she has already isn't enough...It must be hell right now for you and the family and our hearts go out to you,she is a fighter and you never know how much of a fight she is putting up at the moment so don't dispair...As I've said many times before if there is anything, anything at all we can do to help,you just have to ask..
Phil, Barbie and Paul
I logged onto your blog this morning hoping to hear more of the progress Hazel seemed to be making at the weekend and am so sad to read how she was last night. Please email or phone if there's anything I can do to help or if a visit would be appropriate. Thinking of you both,
Love Ainslie ( from school)
Ainslie
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