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Gene Hawkins Obituary
Greenville - Gene Hawkins, 76, devoted husband of Joyce Cook Hawkins, for 54 years, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
Born and raised in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late William Lyman and Mary Madden Hawkins. He graduated from Parker High School and laughingly said that was where he received his PHD! In addition, he attended Ringling School of Art in Sarasota FL.
He was an active member of Taylors First Baptist Church, where he was part of the Worship Ministry and Co-ed 17 Sunday School Class. Gene's career included working for WYFF News 4, formally know as WFBC-TV. Later he went on to start his own business, The Source Group, creating custom exhibits and displays for those in the Greenville area and all around the business world. Gene was an amazing son, husband, father, grandfather "Geen", and friend.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his children, Todd Hawkins, Sloan Cheves, son-in-law, Wallace Cheves; and four precious grandchildren, Beau, Darby, Eden and Rhett.
A private Graveside Service will be held on Monday, June 1, 2020 in Woodlawn Memorial Park. A celebration of life service will be forthcoming.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Gene's name may be made to Brown Family Ministries. Anyone wishing to send a note to the family are encouraged to visit www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Abbie Beasley
May 31, 2020
became friends with Gene, Todd and Mrs Hawkins over 15 years ago working with the Source Group doing trade show displays and set up for T&S Brass. He was a great person who all at T&S thought the world of. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. RIP our friend
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Jackie Ballard
May 30, 2020
Joyce, my thoughts are with you and your family during this sad time. God bless you.
CLAUDETTE Owens
May 29, 2020
Our sincere sympathy to you & your family!
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