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2A | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2021 | SIUSLAW NEWS BROWNE—Susan L. Browne, née Richard- son, passed away on Dec. 26, 2020, at the age of 78. She was born in Portland, Ore., to I.E. “Ernie” and Frances R. (Schneider) Richardson. The family moved to Florence, Ore., in 1943, where she lived for more than 47 years. Susan attended Siu- slaw High School and was crowned Queen Rho- dodendra at the annual Rhododendron Festival in 1959. She graduated with highest honors and attended the University of Oregon, where she was a member of the Theta Delta Chapter of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. As a young wife and mother, Susan was active in civic life and sports in Florence. She was a member of the Florence Ladies of Elks, serving as president in 1969, and a member of Soroptimist International of Florence and Epsilon Sigma Alpha International. She was a volunteer chaperone for the Junior Rhododendron Court in 1968 and volun- teered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. She was also an amateur competitive bowler and golfer. Susan had a lifelong in- terest in real estate and passion for homes, reno- vation and interior dec- orating. After raising her family, Susan studied for her real estate license at the Real Estate School of Oregon and received it in 1980. She received her broker license in 1983. On The Record OBITUARY She was a highly regard- ed real estate professional for 34 years and worked in Florence and Canby, Ore. She was a member of the Central Oregon Coast Board of Realtors, serving as president in 1991, and was a member of the Na- tional Association of Re- altors. One of the many nota- ble sales during her years in Florence was the sale of the Florence Golf Club in 1989, which became Ocean Dunes Golf Links, and was designed by Wil- liam G. Robinson. Thirty-three years after their graduation from high school, Susan married her classmate, first valentine and lifelong friend, Dr. Lee Hazen. They were married in Canby, Ore., in 1993 and later moved to Molalla. Together they renovated and created their beautiful ranch-style home and property, which became the family gather- ing site for holidays and many other happy occa- sions. Susan resided there until her death. Susan is survived by her husband, Orval “Lee” Hazen, DMD (retired) of Bend, Ore.; daughter, Kim L. Knowlen (Patrick) of Eugene, Ore.; stepchil- dren, Heidi Spencer and Tyrone Hazen, both of Bend, Ore., and Jessica (Browne) Farnsworth of Spanish Fork, Utah; broth- er, Scott A. Richardson (Pamela) of Happy Valley, Ore.; niece Amber Rich- ardson; and nephews Mat- thew (Sara), Erik and Sean Richardson. Her parents preceded her in death. At Susan’s request, a private graveside service and interment were held at Pacific Sunset Memori- al Park Cemetery in Flor- ence. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to: Molalla Fire District, Foothills Community Church Resource Center, Siuslaw Outreach Services or Florence Food Share. WEATHER DATA D ATE Aug. Aug. Aug. Aug. Aug. Aug. Aug. Garage Sale Thurs.08/19, Fri. 08/20, Sat. 08/21 8am-2pm 650 Ibolt Court Tools, trains, decoration, etc. Large Garage Sale Fr.08/20, Sat.08/21 & Sun. 08/22 7am-5pm 778 Siano Loop. H IGH 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 6 0 7 0 8 0 9 66 67 61 72 72 69 69 L OW R AIN 51 48 53 57 54 47 46 0.00 0.00 0.01 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Rainfall Week: 0.01” Month: 0.01” Year: 32.84” Susan L. Browne Courtesy of Roger Cunningham Friends Of Moments Of Peace Presents Christmas 2021: The Magic is Back with Charles Suniga and “The Angels” Saturday, December 11 th at 6pm At the Florence Events Center An Evening of holiday music by Florence’s piano man Charles Suniga along with special guest vocalists. Call the Events Center for more information at 541-997-1994 or www.aftontickets.com/charlessuniga Produced by Sure Hits Productions Sponsored by: LOFY CONSTRUCTION, LLC