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Paul Hawkins Obituary

Kinston | Paul Franklin Hawkins, 83, passed away Monday, November 9, 2015 at his home.
He was born June 25, 1932 in Lenoir County. He served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1952-1956 during the Korean War. He was a member of First Pentecostal Holiness Church. He grew up on a Lenoir County farm before entering the U.S. Navy. He was a graduate of East Carolina University with B.S. and M.A. degrees. Mr. Hawkins' occupations were social worker, educator in Harnett and Jones counties, and the Camp Lejeune School Systems. He retired from Civil Service in 1990 and the state system in 1993. He was a resident of the Richlands and Rhodestown Areas of Onslow County from 1963 through 1994. He was a member of the Gideon's International Kinston Camp and the Richlands Masonic Lodge #564 of which he was Master in 1972.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Oliver and Bessie Sanderson Hawkins Sr., his wife, Estelle Anderson Hawkins and immediate family, George Hawkins Jr., Irene Hawkins Grady, Harold Hawkins, O.K. Hawkins, Georgie Hawkins Amyette, Elma Hawkins Whitfield, Kirby Hawkins, and Ann Hawkins Williams.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, November 16, 2015 at Garner Funeral Home, 209 W. Peyton Avenue, Kinston, NC 28501. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at First Pentecostal Holiness Church, 711 Phillips Road, Kinston with Pastor Willis Pearson officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Estates, 5971 Dudley Road, Grifton with Masonic Rites and Military Honors.
Survivors include his son, Jan Fletcher Hawkins, DVM and his wife, Susan Stuart, DVM; grandchildren, John, Hannah, Caroline and Emma Hawkins of Delphi, Indiana; his daughter, Allison Hawkins Brinson and boyfriend, Josh Bryan and granddaughter, Erika Brinson Norris of Jacksonville, as well as nieces and nephews.
Flowers are welcome or contributions can be made in his honor to the Gideons International, P.O. Box 1826, Kinston NC 28503 or First Pentecostal Holiness Church.
Garner Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements and online condolences may be sent to Garner-funeralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Jacksonville Daily News from Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2015.

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Linda Amyette

November 5, 2022

As time passes by and the years seem to go by quicker as I age I feel so blessed and cherish even more so the memories of such a wonderful uncle that I still miss every day.
Love,
Linda Amyette

November 5, 2019

Dear Uncle Paul,
Every time I see a cardinal in the yard I wonder if it is you coming to pay me a visit. There are many days my eyes swell up with tears whenever I think of the void that your passing has left in my life. I miss you every day.
Love,
Linda Amyette

Shelby King

November 5, 2019

My Uncle Paul was the best, he was so kind and considerate of a gentleman. I loved seeing and talking to him.. You could learn so much from him. He was more like a father to me. I miss him and love him with all my heart. I will see him one day again. Love Shelby

Buck and Nancy Thigpen

November 22, 2015

Uncle Paul, we will miss your "Bear hugs" and your great laugh. I hope all your grandchildren inherit the laugh.

Angela Maness

November 21, 2015

Thank you for your service in the USN. I was one of many students that drove that "student driver" car around the streets of Berkley Manor housing area. Thank you for the drivers education lessons and your dedication. Rest easy Mr. Hawkins, we have the watch.

Virginia Baysden

November 15, 2015

Enjoy your carpool in the sky with Anna, LaVern, and Bobby!

Patricia&Johnnie,Justin,Chris, Victoria, CJ Fox

November 14, 2015

Sorry to lose you Uncle Paul,will miss our visits and your good cooking. Our trips to the mountains,also that great chuckle you had.

Dianne Bailey

November 14, 2015

Mr. Hawkins, thank you for patiently teaching me and so many other students how to safely drive a vehicle. I will never forget your jokes and how it helped to ease the tension of being a new driver. (Class of 1976 - Camp Lejeune high school)

Annette Kennedy

November 14, 2015

Almost 40 years ago M. Hawkins taught me how to drive at Lejeune High School. He was the sweetest most gentle man I had met. He use to let us drive to the beach just to make it more fun! I've never forgotten him! My sympathies to his family for their loss!

Lonnie Martin

November 14, 2015

My brother and I were both were Drivers Ed students with Mr. Hawkins. What a calm and patient man. He is another good memory from good old CLHS. May he rest in peace.
Semper Fidelis,
Lon Martin CPP, PMP
SgtMaj USMC Ret.
HM: (540) 659-6066
Cell: (571) 239-5127
[email protected]

The Title Marine: It cannot be inherited Nor can it ever be purchased.
You and no one alive can buy it for any price. It is impossible to rent.
You alone and our own have earned it with your sweat, blood, and lives.
You own it forever, The Title "United States Marine"

Mickey Avalos

November 14, 2015

Mr. Hawkins, thanks for teaching me and thousands of Devilpups how to drive. I am still around because of your tutelage. Rest in Peace Mr. Hawkins

Leanne Graham-Muraski

November 14, 2015

50 years ago I sat behind the wheel in Drivers Ed class with Mr. Hawkins. He is, without a doubt, the kindest most patient man I've ever known. God has blessed us all because of you.

November 14, 2015

Very sorry to hear of your family's loss. Mr. Hawkins taught me how to drive so many years ago.

Shelby Hawkins King

November 13, 2015

Allison, Jan and kids, your daddy and Grandfather will be missed greatly. God Bless you. Love you all, Uncle Paul's nieces.

Shelby Hawkins King

November 13, 2015

I Love you Uncle Paul and will miss you so much. You are the best and most perfect gentleman I have ever know. God Bless you and your family. Love You

Charlotte Parker

November 12, 2015

Allison and family, So very sorry for your loss. Please know we are praying for all of you for strength and peace. We love you so much. God bless you and your family, Aunt Charlotte & Uncle Jerry

Linda Amyette

November 12, 2015

Uncle Paul,
When you left for your heavenly journey a part of my heart went with you. Thank you for sharing your time with me. Love Always.

Patricia & Johnnie Fox

November 12, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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