James Carey Hawk, age 79 of Smithville, TN passed away Monday, February 25, 2019.
He was born January 26, 1940 in Chipley, FL to the late Carey Judson Hawk and Janie Watford Hawk Helland.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Hawk Phillips.
Jim attended Bay County High School and graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Building Construction in 1963. During his career as a project manager, he led the construction of many hospitals, office buildings, and churches. In 1979, Jim co-founded American Constructors – a general contractor and construction management firm in Nashville. After retiring in 1989, Jim moved to Smithville where he enjoyed his family, fishing, and faith.
Jim leaves behind his wife of 51 years, Elizabeth Ann Hawk; 2 daughters, Helen (Jason) Morse and Sarah (A.J.) Swafford; 8 grandchildren; a brother, Gerald F. (Kay) Hawk; a sister, Shirlea Hawk Caswell. DeKalb Funeral Chapel, Smithville, TN.
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Condolences Gerald and Shirlea in the passing of James.
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