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Clifford Hankins Obituary
Clifford R. "Bud" Hankins
of Chenango Bridge
Clifford R. "Bud" Hankins, 78, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at his home. He was predeceased by his parents, Clifford and Elizabeth Hankins. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Dolores (Mauro) Hankins, Chenango Bridge; two daughters, Lynette and John Baer, Smithville Flats, Charla Hankins-Diaz and Aubrey Owens, Chenango Bridge; two granddaughters, Sarah Ferber-Baer, Binghamton, Emily Ferber-Baer, Smithville Flats; one grandson, Rudy Bruce, Fla.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ernie and Gina Mauro, Binghamton; two nephews, Ernie Mauro, Port Crane, Michael Mauro, Conn. Bud was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War and the owner of Bud's Arco on the eastside of Binghamton for many years. He was a life member of the National Rifle Association and a member of St. Christopher's Church. Bud was a dedicated husband and father who believed in honesty and integrity in his daily life. He left his family with strength, love and respect for themselves and others.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, October 11, 2008, at 12 noon at the James V. DeMarco & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson, N.Y. with Father Tim Taugher officiating. Calling hours will be at the DeMarco & Son Funeral Home on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Clifford Hankins
Em b
November 5, 2008
love you papa
Connie Crossman
October 14, 2008
dear Delores,Charla &family: I was shocked and saddened when I read about your loss. I am sure you will miss him dearly. My sympathies to you. Just remember to keep smiling and remembering all the good
times you all had together. Sincerely
Connie
dottie hovancik
October 12, 2008
Delores,and family.
Ron and i will be praying for you and your family to fine comfort and
peace.Bud was a great person.
RON & Dottie
Patrick Clark
October 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Buds honesty and integrity will be missed. We will miss his uplifting stories of his life and his overall fantastic personality. God bless from employees of Harco Auto.
Bill and Marlene Cihak
October 10, 2008
Dolores and family,
We were so shocked to read of Bud's passing. We thought he was doing well at home. It is good he got to come home and then go be with his Lord. From reading the memories he must of been a wonderful man. Bill knew him from being at Chad. I wish they could of talked. Our hearts go out to you. May your beautiful memories comfort you and the Lord bless you.
Bill and Marlene Cihak
Creston, Iowa
Joe & Jackie Cipar
October 10, 2008
With deepest sympathy to the Hankins family.
Stephen Rosenzweig
October 10, 2008
Dolores
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We didn't get together much until later in life but we sure enjoyed our time with all of you. I am sure Bud is watching over everyone.
Ann L Rosenzweig
October 10, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Clifton and Nicole Dunn
October 10, 2008
Goodby old friend, Nicole and I will soon be joining you as I am 79 and Nicole is 82.
The notice of your death was sent to our three sons. You used to play with our oldest son Patrick when we lived in Government quarters at Maintz Kastel just outside of Wiesbaden, Germany.
You and Pat used to play in the large living room (the living room was as large as a lot of houses) with Pat riding his tricycle and you would chase him.
You, Nicole and I had weekly games of canasta at our quarters and Nicole was always one to cook us a nice Saturday night dinner.
We have lost track of each other through the years, but you were never one to give up and finally you caught up with us here in Wisconsin. I remember that you called me a number of times during the past years. You were a wonderful friend and we will miss your calls and emails.
God bless Dolores and your family. Our prayers are with you all.
Lyn Hankins - Baer
October 10, 2008
Dad,
The house is quiet this morning. I thought I would sit down and send you a message...It is kind of like praying, I hope you can hear my thoughts as I share them with the others who will take the time to read this. Fathers like you are few and far between. Growing up was tough, but you saw us through...you never quit on us, even though we would have liked to quit on ourselves. You worked so hard to give us the things that we wanted and by doing that, you taught us through example that hard work never hurt anyone and dirty hands meant a clean living. You never failed us...although we failed you a time or two...you still believed in us. And by and by we began to believe in ourselves. You did the "right thing" no matter how hard it was, and taught us that the right thing is always the hardest thing to do, but it is still the right thing. You taught us that you never have to regret doing the right thing. You held on to us when our knees were bruised, and held on tighter when our hearts were bruised. You gave us the strength to get through the toughest times. You taught us that family is always your ace in the hole. We knew that we could always come home to you and Mom, no matter what we had done. You taught us the importance of being self-sufficient and gave us a thirst for knowledge, thereby giving us the ability to work through anything that needs doing. You taught us respect for every living thing and how to find self-respect. You gave us courage and hope. I could only pray that I will pass these things on to my girls. So, in the quiet of the morning, I look around me and the material things that you touched and built are but a drop in the bucket. It is the time you spent, the joy you brought, the comfort you gave, and the lives you touched that are my legacy. Thank you, Dad. I love you.
MIKE COLSTEN
October 10, 2008
We at Dons Auto are sorry to loose Bud.Our hearts go out to the family. Bud was the kind of guy that always brightened your day. It was great to see him come in the door! They dont make them like that anymore.
Jim & Connie Roach
October 10, 2008
Dolores and family
I was sorry to read about the passing of Bud, we had a lot of fun and laughs at the station on Robinson St when I was working for Coke. Bud was one of my favorite customers. He was a great kidder an a person you like to call your friend. I will remember and cherish those days for ever.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this time.
Dan & Dauna Smith
October 9, 2008
I remeber the great wrestling matches at the gas station, repairs and good times on Robinson Street.
Remeber the great long talkes we had, all the hunting we did. The electrical help I gave you and the car repairs you gave us. Oh and Delores's Lasagne. I sure am going to miss you big guy.
Steve (Jocelyn, Olivia) Young
October 9, 2008
To the Hankins Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss- Bud was a neighborhood icon, and showed me no small measure of personal kindness and fatherly guidance. He set a great example to all of the kids in the "Patch Road Gang". He will be missed; may he rest in peace.
Leslie Resciniti
October 9, 2008
Mom and I were truly saddened to hear about Bud. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leslie Resciniti & Val Young
Georgianne Davis
October 9, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about your lose. Bud was a kind and thoughtful soul. He always made me laugh. My prayers go out to you all.
Charlie & Carol Shiffner
October 9, 2008
Delores,Charla,Lyn,
Your Family has always had a special place in our hearts. We can never forge all the hard work and good times Carol & I have always had with you folks. All the laughs as well as the tears that we have shared over many years. We are so very grateful that his suffering has ended & he can now enjoy the rewards of eternal rest that we the faithful are promised. Bud gave Special meaning to the word Family. His girls in his life were his life, and may that give you strenth and comfort as you pass through this difficult time. You are all in our Peayers in a special way today.
Emily Ferber-Baer
October 9, 2008
Papa i just wanted you to know i love you so much and i will be missing your stories about the good ol' days and you bustin nanas butt <3 but knowing you are with me every step i take and when i graduate this year i know you will be watching .. make sure you watch over our family and we will be thinking of you. You watch that Nana closely and make sure she doesnt slip up! I love you papa
Sister Dolores Puglis, M.P.V.
October 9, 2008
Dear Dolores & family,
My sincerest sympathy to you for the loss of Bud. He may not be with you physically, but he is with you in spirit. He is enjoying his heavenly home with Our Lord and The Blessed Mother. He is watching over you each and every day. God's peace to all. Love and Prayers.
Pat & George Lazarou
October 9, 2008
Bud will be surely missed. He was a treasured friend for over 40 years. We traveled, laughed, cried and ate lobster together. A friend who could be called upon day or night to be there. As life goes on only a few friendships can endure as our friendship and love for Bud and his beloved wife, our friend Delores has. We shed tears but have treasured memories that surround our thoughts of Bud. Love Pat and George
jackie babuka
October 9, 2008
Dolores & Charla~
I'm so very sorry to read of Bud's passing. What a dear, dear man! The world's a brighter place for having had him in it. Miss his smiling face & friendly manner!
Morlin Zimmerman
October 9, 2008
Old "Buddy Bud", I remember the good times and the bad times we hadliving in the tents and mud at CHAD AFB in France,then the times at Weisbaden AFB, Germany, where we finnally got some good food. We had a very good outfit in the 7300th Material Control Squadron and I am very proud of our service in this country's USAF. Till we meet again, so long Bud, sorry we didnt get together years ago!
Joan Fudger
October 9, 2008
Dolores & family,
My deapest Sympathy to you and the family, Bud has been in my thoughs and prayers, he is resting in peace. I know you and family and friends will miss him, he will always be with you in your heart and special memories. Love to you and the family.
Chris, Ronda, Ciara, Yai, Christopher and Sarah
October 9, 2008
Lyn and family,
Although we know at such a time there is little we can say.. We all wanted to let you know that your in our thoughts and prayers today.. We Love you..
Joan and Joe Sireci
October 9, 2008
Dear Dolores,
You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength at this time of grief and sorrow. We'll all miss Bud.
Paul& Sherry Cohen
October 9, 2008
Our deepest sympathies
Angie Reed
October 9, 2008
My dearest Charla and Family - How sad I was to hear of your father's death. He was a wonderful man who always put his daughter's and wife before himself. Please remember how very much he loved all of you, both in life and now in death. He will always watch over you and protect you and he will never leave your side. With love to you my dear friend and your family - Angie
Beverly Klinko
October 9, 2008
Deloris & Family
I was so sorry to hear of Bud's passing. I have plenty of good memories of him. He was a very nice man with a big heart and sense of humor. May God keep you in his hands.
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