Teresa Philpot Hawkins, 60, beloved wife of Paul L. Hawkins, passed away on August 26, 2025, at her residence in Lawrenceburg, KY. Born on March 26, 1965, in Louisville, KY, she was the daughter of Jacob Philpot and Sharon Isaacs Philpot.
Teresa was a member of Sand Spring Baptist Church in Lawrenceburg, where she faithfully volunteered with the children’s ministry. A 1983 graduate of Iroquois High School in Louisville, she dedicated much of her career to working with children, retiring as a paraeducator at Ezra Sparrow Early Childhood Center with the Anderson County Board of Education. She also served with the HANDS program at the Anderson County Health Department, supporting expecting and new parents with care and encouragement. Teresa’s love for children was evident in every part of her life. She co-owned Small Town Sass Boutique with her daughter, Brittany, and had a passion for capturing precious memories through newborn and family photography. She enjoyed riding motorcycles and traveling with her husband, Paul, and her greatest joy was spending time with her family, whom she cherished deeply.
She is survived by her husband, Paul L. Hawkins of Lawrenceburg, KY; her parents, Jacob Philpot and Sharon Isaacs Philpot of Louisville, KY; her children, Michael Joseph (Brittany) of Louisville, KY, Brittany Nicole Metcalf (Johnny) of Lawrenceburg, KY, Benjamin T. Joseph of Lawrenceburg, KY, and Adam Jacob Aldridge of Lawrenceburg, KY; her grandchildren, Abby, Emily, Jonus, Blaine, Michael Wayne, Lucas, Liam, Luna, Enoch, Selina, Aurora, Willow, and Aubrey; her great-grandchildren, Samson and Silas; her brother, Jason Philpot; and her nieces, Kinsley and Laya.
Teresa is preceded in death by her granddaughter, Lexi Dye.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4:00 PM on Monday, September 1, 2025, at Sand Spring Baptist Church, 1616 Harrodsburg Road, Lawrenceburg, KY, with Dr. Mike Hamrick officiating. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM until the time of the service at the church on Monday.
Memorial contributions in memory of Teresa Hawkins are suggested to Sand Spring Baptist Church, 1616 Harrodsburg Road, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342, or Salt River Independent Baptist Church, c/o Pastor Johnny Metcalf, 2041 Briar Creek Road, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home in Lawrenceburg. Condolences may be shared at www.ritchieandpeach.com.
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