Hazel I. MacKinnon, 91, of Wethersfield, died Sunday August 25, 2013. She was born in Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada daughter of the late John A. and Helena (Roberts) MacDonald and had lived in Hartford and East Hartford for many years before moving to Wethersfield in 1993. Prior to her retirement Hazel worked for Cigna Ins. Co. for many years and previously Aetna Ins. Co. She was an avid reader and loved doing crossword puzzles. She was a highly devoted Democrat and enjoyed politics. Her character was that she was a gentle kind soul that always took the high road and led by example. She loved going to antique stores and enjoyed her many day trips with her family. She is survived by her daughter, Brenda L. Mittica and her husband Stanley of Coventry, a niece Kay Larson of Wethersfield, her daughter-in-law Terry MacKinnon of SC, a grandson Gordon MacKinnon of SC and her furry grandchild, Oscar the cat, and several relatives in Canada. She was predeceased by her son J. Gordon MacKinnon. The family would like to thank the Mansfield Center for Nursing and Rehab for their compassionate care given to Hazel. The funeral will be private and at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the Village Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. Contributions in her memory may be made to: Alzheimer's Assoc. 2075 Silas Deane Hwy. Suite 100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. To share a memory with the family, please visit www.dillonbaxter.com