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Martha Hawkins Obituary

EASLEY — Martha Ann Cantrell Hawkins, age 87, of Easley, South Carolina went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, June 14, 2024.

Martha Ann was born on July 2, 1936, in Pickens to the late John and Lanty Cantrell. She served her Country as a military spouse, mother, and grandmother. She served her community as the wife of an Easley firefighter; and served her Lord and Savior as a courageous ambassador of God's love to whomever she met. Martha Ann will be missed by all who knew her.

Martha Ann is survived by her daughter Sherrie Dwyer; granddaughter Brandy Huneycutt; grandson COL Kenneth Dwyer; great-grandchildren Caleb and Allison Huneycutt, Timothy and Julia Dwyer.

Martha Ann was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband KD Hawkins and three brothers Bill, Jim and Dean Cantrell.

A visitation for Martha Ann was held Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 11-11:45 a.m. at Dillard Memorial Funeral Home, 2402 Gentry Memorial Highway, Pickens, South Carolina. A funeral service will followed at 12 p.m. Martha was laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Martha Ann's memory may be made to Troops First Foundation, www.troopsfirstfoundation.org/donate.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com.

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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

Published by The Sentinel-Progress from Jul. 2 to Jul. 3, 2024.

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Sherrie Dwyer

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Love and miss you and dad ! You always supported me and my family. LOVE YOU BOTH !!

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