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HAWES, John Wilson PhD 46 of Farmersville, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 4, 2010. John was born in Indianapolis, IN to James Jr. & Helen (nee Lewis) Hawes. He is survived by his parents, his beloved wife of 21 years, Donna (nee Lee) Hawes of Farmersville, one sister Allison Leopold of VA, two brothers, and one sister-in-law, his identical twin James G. & Jeanie Hawes, Aaron Hawes all of IN. Dr. Hawes was an Instructor of Biochemistry at Miami University, Oxford, OH and was the Director of the Center for Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics, was a 1986 graduate of Purdue University and received is doctorate from the University of Notre Dame in 1991, and was a volunteer for Arrowhead Reptile Rescue. Private services will be held at the convenience of his family. John was a lover of nature and animals. Contributions may be made to Arrowhead Reptile Rescue, www.arrowheadrescue.org in memory of Dr. Hawes. Arrangements entrusted to TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME ENGLEWOOD CHAPEL, 675 West Wenger Road. Online condolences to his family may be made at: www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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Jackie
April 6, 2021
It has taken over ten years to finally build enough confidence to wish John good bye. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. You will forever be missed. God keep you
Jackie
April 6, 2021
It has taken over ten years to finally build enough confidence to wish John good bye. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. You will forever be missed. God keep you
Eileen Bridge
December 14, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. I didn't know him well but would run into him sometimes on the way into work since we both avoided the parking garage and often walked in from remote lots. He was always cheerful and in good spirits. I will miss his enthusiasm for science and the instruments that allow us to do experiments. He did a wonderful job running the Center for Bioinformatics and Genomics. He is greatly missed by Miami faculty and students.
Wil Davis
December 14, 2010
Dear Donna and Hawes family members,
I am very sorry for your loss. I new John from his days in Bob Harris's lab. Actually he taught me how to pour an SDS page gel.He was always very helpful and fun to work with.We will miss him.
CYNTHIA KINSLAND
December 14, 2010
Donna,
I knew John through the ABRF and served on a committee with him. I found his obvious enthusiasm for science infectious and I enjoyed working with him and talking with him at conferences. He was invariably pleasant and thoughtful and he will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathies are with you.
Cynthia
Damien Oxier
December 9, 2010
Thanks from all the reptiles you've helped.
Joan Philpot
December 6, 2010
Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
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