Deric "Chocolate Chip"-Hawkins-Obituary

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Deric "Chocolate Chip" Anthony Hawkins

Jun 2, 1990 - Aug 24, 2025

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My Symphony goes out to the Hawkins family! 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. May God bless you all with the strength y'all need at this time. God bless you all.

Lord Jesus comfort the family and friends. We will always remember how kind and respectful he was.

Hawk was a true light in everyone’s life that he came in contact with, I never saw him have a bad day and never saw him meet a stranger. He was by far the best baseball player I have ever played with and I am honored to have got to not only play with but to call him a friend.

No one can prepare you for a loss. It comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing that Deric is now resting in the arms of our Lord. Our deepest condolences to Eric, Erica and their mother, also family and friends. May God Bless each and everyone. (Sheldon (pa) & Delinda (mom) Walker

RIP Deric

I’m so sorry for your loss,he reminds me of Vernon❤

I am praying for you Mary Helen and your family.

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.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Obituary

Deric "Chocolate Chip"'s Obituary

Mr. Deric Anthony Hawkins, 35, a resident of Houston, Texas formerly of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025 in Houston, Texas. 

Memorial Celebration Service for Mr. Hawkins, will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Path of Life Christian Ministries, located at 1304 Evalon Street-Beaumont, Texas 77701. For your safety social distancing and  facial masks are recommended.

Deric's Journey

Deric Anthony Hawkins “Chocolate Chip” was born June 2, 1990, to Mary Helen Hawkins and Albert Hawkins. He was the second child of three children. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by Reverend Dr. Arneal Jones, Sr. at Mt. Araral Baptist Church.He received a formal education from St. Pius High School class of 2008 After graduation he attended San Jae College on a full scholarship.He worked for Knight Industrial in Baytown and a AGS Tent Rentals in Beaumont, Texas.He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Hawkins.

He leaves to cherish his memories: mother, Mary Helen Hawkins of Houston, Texas; brother, Eric Hawkins of Houston, Texas; sister, Erica Hawkins of Beaumont, Texas; two nieces, Dasya and Asya Hawkins, both of Houston, Texas; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. 

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