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2020

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DAVID DAWKINS Obituary

DAVID DAWKINS, 71, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne on May 13, 1949, he was a son of the late John and Ione (Wonder -ly) Dawkins. He was a loving husband, devoted father and brother, and adored grandfather and uncle. David was an accomplished guitar player and a published poet. He was Director of Environmental Services at the Allen County Public Library, where his employees described him as a great boss. He retired in 2015 after 27 years with the library. David had multiple degrees from IPFW. He was a longtime member of Epiphany Lutheran Church. David is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jane (Tagtmeyer) Dawkins; children, Amanda (Shane) Pickett, Abigail (Ryan) Fraley, and Gabe (Mandy) Dawkins; grandchildren, Rachael, Nathaniel, Cecilia, Lorelei, and Micah; brother, Tom (Marsha) Dawkins; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his son, Jeremy Dawkins; and brother, Dennis Dawkins. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2020, at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6606 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne (IN 46835), with visitation beginning at 9 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to Epiphany Lutheran Church. Arrangements by C.M. Sloan and Sons Funeral Home.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Aug. 26, 2020.

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Chris Dennis

August 27, 2020

David ,was a very friendly man all the years I new him at the Library ,he had a great sense of humor.

Deborah Robbins

August 26, 2020

Dear Jane and family, I met David so long ago, when we were all young and sang for fun. He was a notably kind man, with a deep sweetness. Such a rare person's exit from life can't help but pain us deeply. He will linger in our hearts and memories as someone who lived a good life and is much loved.

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Linda Wilson

August 26, 2020

Jane and family,
I was shocked to read of Dave's passing. My prayers are with you.

Linda Chapman

August 26, 2020

My sympathies to you and your family, Jane. Like Steve and Deb, my memories of you and Dave go back to IPFW and the Singers. Of course I had the pleasure of seeing Dave and his great smile almost every day at the library. He will be missed by many.
Linda Chapman

Steve and Deb Todd

August 26, 2020

Jane and family -- We were so sorry to learn about Dave's passing. Our memories of the two of you go way back to our teen-age years at SSHS and IPFW. Dave was a gentle giant with a guitar, and we pray for God's peace and comfort as you mourn your earthly loss while celebrating his home-going. Fondly,

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Epiphany Lutheran Church

6606 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, IN

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28

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11:00 a.m.

Epiphany Lutheran Church

6606 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, IN

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1327 North Wells Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

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