Benjamin R. Hazard

Benjamin R. Hazard died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 13, 2023. Ben was born on August 1, 1970, to his parents Cary and Beverly (Wagener) Hazard and grew up in Maumee, Ohio . After graduating from Maumee high school, he went to work in the packaging industry. He was a product specialist at DDI and was highly recognized for his craft. He won the Presidential award of International Association of Die cutting and Die making for 2020-2023.

Laughter, joking and being a smart alec were part of Ben’s core. He loved to bring joy to others and play practical jokes on his friends and family. April Fool’s Day was one of his favorites.

Hands on parenting was Ben’s style. He loved to coach his son, especially in football and baseball. While his two daughters and wife cheered them on. Other than his family, Ben’s favorite things were golf and football. He would drive hours to play a new course, but his roots always were planted at Riverby Hills Golf Club where he learned to love the game.

Ben is survived by his wife of 28 years, Linda; children, Austin, Bailey, Riley, and multiple fur babies; parents Cary and Beverly; brother Josh (Holly), nieces and nephews, Logan, Jacob, Blake, Sidney; sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded by his grandparents and his in-laws.

Visitation will be held at Maison-Darden-Walker Funeral Home (501 Conant St.) in Maumee on Thursday, November 16, from 2 pm – 8 pm. Please help us celebrate his life by wearing your favorite golf shirt or team colors. A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 17 at 10 am, with visitation beginning an hour prior to the start of the service.