Hazel Ann Paul, age 90, passed away on July 29, 2026. Born on April 26, 1936, in Modesto, California, Hazel was the daughter of Harry and Margaret Howell.

Hazel was a mother, wife, and sister. She is survived by her daughter, Sherri Murphy; her son-in-law, Ken Murphy; and her sister, Jeanette Baptiste.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bart Paul; her son, Mark Paul; her parents, Harry and Margaret Howell; two brothers; and one sister.

Celebration of Life:

Family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate and remember Hazel’s life on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 12 p.m. at Oakdale Golf & Country Club.

The gathering will also honor the life and memory of her son, Mark Paul.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes memorial donations to Community Hospice or Shriners Children’s Hospital.

The Oakdale (Calif.) Leader

The Riverbank (Calif.) News

Nov. 4, 2026