IRVIN F. HAWKINS Jr.

HAWKINS JR., IRVIN F.

Dr. Irvin Franklin "Dick" Hawkins, Jr., MD, Professor of Radiology and Surgery, passed away suddenly on June 8, 2011. He was a longtime resident of Micanopy and Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Hawkins was born October 9, 1936, in Baltimore, Maryland.

His parents preceded him in death, Irvin F Hawkins, Sr., and Dorothy Hawkins. He is survived by, the love of his life, wife, Kitty Stewart Hawkins, sister, Janet Terry and husband Peter. He leaves his beloved children, Mark Hawkins, Jeff Hawkins and wife Bonnie, Kim Kazman and husband John. Their mother, Mrs. Jean Wilson and husband Hal, survives her former husband. His step children are Sydney Mading, and husband Ian, and Delaney Stewart. His grandchildren are Kristie,and husband Bryan Vande Walker, Karrie and fiancee Jorge Menendez, Kaitlynn, Megan, Stephanie, Natalie, Sara, Scott, and Cash.

Dr. Hawkins received a Bachelor of Science at the University of Maryland in 1958. His Medical Degree was from the University of Maryland, in 1962. He then completed an internship at the prestigious Mercy Hospital in San Diego, California. He was a Captain in the United States Air Force from 1963-1965. He completed his residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Ohio State University from 1965-1968.

Dr Hawkins began his career at the University of Florida, College of Medicine in 1968, as the NIH Fellow and Special Trainee in Cardiovascular Radiology and was the advanced to Chief of Interventional Radiology in 1969, a position he held for 30 years. He advanced to professor of Radiology in 1976, as well as professor of Surgery in 1981.

Dr. Hawkins was one of the Elite Founders of Interventional Radiology. Dick is renowned throughout the world for his accomplishments in pioneering techniques and innovations. His goal has been to improve patient care through reduced complication rates. He has received a Lifetime Achievement Award as well as the Gold Medal from His Societies. His passion for teaching, and his special educational style, left fond memories on all residents, fellows and staff. He shared businesses in medical devices with his children, and his close friend Eamonn Hobbs.

Dick enjoyed many extracurricular activities. He was a former nationally ranked water skier, and continued to ski until the time of death. He loved traveling with his wife, scuba diving, playing the piano, singing, and playing racquetball with his friends.

The memorial service for family, colleagues and friends will be held on Saturday June 18.th, 2011 at 4:00 PM. Location: residence of Jim Caridi. 8327 SW 17th LN, Gainesville, FL 32607 University of Florida will establish an endowed Fellowship in Interventional Radiology to honor Dr. Hawkins accomplishments and The years of dedicated service. In lieu of flowers, contributions to this fund are greatly appreciated.

Please make checks payable to the UF Foundation

and send to:

Christine Hunter

UF Department of Diagnostic Radiology

PO Box 100374

16000 SW Archer Road

Gainesville, FL 32610 - 0374

*On the memo line of the check must be included: Dr. Hawkins - 012787 *

Arrangements are under the care of Moring Funeral Home, Melrose, FL