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Dana Peter Hawkes passed away at Mass General Hospital at the age of 70. The youngest of six children, Dana was the son of the late Anna Snow and Elmer Davis Hawkes, a Marblehead family dating from the early 1700s. He was the brother of the late Andrew Hawkes, Elmer Davis Hawkes Jr., and sister, Madge Hawkes Pizzano. He is survived by sisters, Priscilla Hawkes Stocker, Sally Hawkes Jackson, and a niece, Catherine Michaud of Marblehead and nephews, Kent Stocker of Lynn, Christopher Stocker, Lincoln Jackson, David Jackson of Peabody, and Peter Jackson of Gloucester. A graduate of Marblehead High School and the Boston Museum School of Fine Art, Mr. Hawkes, an interior designer and graphic artist, had a long career in designer furniture and life-style sales. A gifted artist and avid reader he was a familiar figure at the Boston Athenaeum and lived for 40+ years on Beacon Hill. An inveterate story teller, he was blessed with an exceptional memory, wry humor, an historical perspective and often reminisced in vivid detail about his colorful Marblehead childhood. He was also an early supporter of AIDS and LGBT groups. A generous mentor to many, and raconteur with a quick wit, he will be missed by many dear and devoted friends. At his request there will be no services. Interment will be in the Hawkes family plot in Marblehead.
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Down Bucket.
Dave Lord
Classmate
June 5, 2019
Farewell Dana. My good friend from high school
Linda Jackson
June 18, 2013
Goodnight, Bunny Rabbit. I knew from your laugh who was in the costume. Hey, I never finished polishing your head.
Brian Kirkpatrick
June 16, 2013
A memorable fellow. Sleep well.
Paul Pawlowski
June 16, 2013
We started together in the Gerry School Kindergarten and graduated from MHS in 1960. Dana,with pride and sorrow I'll place your name on the class 'Departed Members' list. Rest in Peace.
Dave Lord
June 14, 2013
Once a Marbleheader, always a Marbleheader
Jean Phillips-Eldridge
June 14, 2013
Once a Marbleheader, always a Marbleheader!
Jean Phillips-Eldridge
June 14, 2013
He was a kind soul
Paul Robinson
June 11, 2013
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