SAN ANGELO Virginia June Hackworth (nee Evans) died peacefully in her home on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014, in San Angelo, Texas, at the age of 80. June was born April 12, 1934, in Meridian, Mississippi, to Melvin and Eva Evans and grew up in Selma, Alabama. She was a graduate of St. Vincent's School of Nursing in Birmingham, Alabama, and throughout her 45-year career, worked in numerous settings doing everything from caring for patients with leprosy, to delivering babies, to supervising busy emergency departments. She was highly regarded by the people that she worked with, loved by her patients and a comfort for all who came in contact with her. June married Robie Hackworth in 1955, while he was stationed at Craig Air Force Base in Selma. They met at a soda fountain like characters in a movie and married later that year, beginning a life full of adventure. As an Air Force family, they lived all over the United States, as well as in Peru and Panama. While Robie served as the air attache in Peru, June became close friends with the wives of numerous Peruvian officials. A high-ranking diplomat characterized June as being the "best spy they had." June faced down coups, diseases, earthquakes, snakes, native tribes and monkeys, all while raising four children. She befriended astronauts, diplomats, politicians, rock stars and the occasional spy. She was an accomplished bowler, seamstress, golfer and avid reader that still somehow maintained a spotless house (something she took great pride in). She had a generous heart and loved her family more than anything. Her life became a mixture of legend, tall tale and folklore. June is survived by her dog, Gracie; her children, Lynn Henrikson and husband Terry, Rose Still, Ben Hackworth and Robin Abbinante; her sister, Jean Foster; daughter-in-law Cathy Hackworth; and grandchildren Chris Henrikson, Eric Henrikson, Lauren Henrikson, Rachel Sells, Kevin Sells, Zachary Sells and Will Hackworth. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Colonel Robie Hackworth; her dog, Sarah; and her parents, Melvin and Eva Evans. The family is planning a private memorial. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of San Angelo or St. Jude Hospital. The family would like to thank the ICU staff at San Angelo Community Medical Center, Hospice of San Angelo, Visiting Angels and June's grandchildren who all helped to make this compassionate, gentle woman's passing both comfortable and peaceful. Online condolences can be given at RobertMassie.com.
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June was a delightful woman to work with. She was a great nurse and leader. Even on those very tough nights when everything was going wrong, she had a smile on her face. She will be missed by many.
Vanessia Steelman
October 21, 2014
My sympathy goes to June's family. I have many fond memories of working with June at Huntsville Hospital. I enjoyed my time with her.
Joyce Atchley
October 21, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers to June's family. She was truly one of a kind.
Lewis & Patty White
October 20, 2014
As a young Paramedic student thrown into the fray of a city ER, June was often the rock we could count on to be calm, efficient and caring when it seemed the world was coming apart. What a wonderful lady.
October 19, 2014
I had the pleasure of working many years with June at Huntsville Hospital. She was a wealth of knowledge and a wonderful teacher. She was always generous with her time and welcomed everyone in her home. I enjoyed spending time with her family. So many stories...she made me laugh. She was a wonderful cook and entertainer. She always made everyone feel relaxed and comfortable. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and many friends.
Angie Robbins
October 19, 2014
My sympathies to June's family and friends. Many fond memories working with June and bringing her patients to Huntsville hospital er. She was always a pleasure to work with. Kenneth Burke. HEMSI Paramedic
Kenneth Burke
October 19, 2014
My sympathy to the family of June. I have very fond memories of working for years with her at Huntsville Hospital Emergency Department. Such a wonderful and caring woman.
Carolyn Congo
October 19, 2014
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