Myrtle Rae Holthaus Hazard died on May 19, 1951.
On May 19, 1951, Myrtle Rae Holthaus Hazard passed away, leaving behind a legacy of pioneering service in the military. Her contributions to the United States Coast Guard during World War I established her as a foundational figure in the history of women in military service.
Her death marked the end of a remarkable life story of breaking barriers and advocating for women's expanded roles in national defense. Her influence continues to be honored through tributes and commemorations, such as the naming of military vessels in her honor.