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Richard Hawkins Obituary
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late William and Gladys (Grenier) Hawkins.
Mr. Hawkins was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict and a life long resident of Johnston.
He is survived by his children, Jacqueline E. Courtemanche of North Providence, Richard R. Hawkins, Jr. of Cranston, Philip P. Hawkins of Glocester and Daryl L. Hawkins of Johnston, six grandchildren, three brothers, James of Warwick, Raymond G. of Johnston and Thomas F. of West Palm Beach, FL, and a sister, Barbara Shields of Glocester.
Funeral Friday at 9 a.m. from the ANDERSON-WINFIELD Funeral Home, Route 44 at Greenville Common, Greenville. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Thomas Church, 65 Fruit Hill Avenue, Providence. Burial with military honors in Highland Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 5-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Multiple Sclerosis, RI Chapter, 205 Hallene Road, Warwick, RI 02886. For messages of condolence and directions visit: www.andersonwinfield.net
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Arthur & Joanne Venditelli
October 27, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss! As the days and weeks pass, and as you all return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bill Silva
October 24, 2008
Daryl,Phil and family I am so sorry to hear of your lose. Guys i am sorry I just found out today or I would have been there to tell you myself. my sympathy to all Bill Silva
Beverly DiFruscio
October 24, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to all of Dick's family.
Tony and Beverly Rainone DiFruscio
Orlando, Fl.
Ronnie and Michelle Fiske
October 23, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ashley Caliri
October 23, 2008
Billy,
We are sorry for your loss. We are thinking about you during this hard time. Stay strong and just remember your grandfather is looking down on you all the time now.
Love,
Ashley and Jonathan
Carleen Savickas
October 23, 2008
Our family is very saddened by the loss of Richard Sr. He was a wonderful man who touched so many lives. Our deepest sympathies to your family, especially Richard, Billy and Danny. There must have been a wonderful reunion in heaven with the loved ones he lost in his life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God hold you in the palm of his hands. Love always , The Savickas Family.
June VanDerMeere
October 22, 2008
Daryl and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories you share bring you comfort in this difficult time. God bless you all in his tender loving care.
June Winsor VanDerMeere
October 22, 2008
We would like to send our deepest sympathy to the Hawkins Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John & Beth Pescarino
October 22, 2008
MAY WE CONTINUE TO LEAN UPON GOD FOR SUPPORT AND PUT ALL TRUST IN HIM. I AM DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY CONDOLENCES GOES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF RICHARD.
Mr. Mrs. Tony Algasso
October 22, 2008
Offering my deepest condolences during difficult time. May God bless and confort you all with wonderful memories of Richard.
Paul D LaRiviere
October 22, 2008
My condolences go out to all the family.
Stephanie Baccaire
October 22, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss I have known Richard Jr. for a long time. May God Bless Your family.
Love, Stephanie Baccaire
bob and Sandy White
October 22, 2008
Dear Ray and and Richard's family. Sandy and I want to express our deepest sympathy on your loss. Our prayers go out to all of Richard's family.
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