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Rick Hawbaker Obituary
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Passed away on January 20, 2016 at the age of 36. He was born on March 26, 1979 in Waynesboro, PA, the son of Ronald and Carol (Barnhart) Hawbaker. Rick enjoyed farming, N.T.P.A. tractor pulling, Ford Trucks, I.H. tractors, his sheep and chickens, the Dukes of Hazzard, but most of all spending time with his family and friends. Rick was a dedicated volunteer for Clinton County 4-H and a member of the First Church of God. He married Terri Jo Straub on March 31, 2001 and she survives him.
Also surviving are their children, Clyde, Eli, Ruby, George and Levi Hawbaker, his parents, Ron and Carol Hawbaker, two sisters, Robin (Randy) Christman, Rebecca (Kenny) Geer, one brother, Randy (Patti) Hawbaker, grandmas, Dorothy Jean Musselman, Inez Giles, mother and father in law, Howard and Mary Jo Straub, sisters and brothers in law, Patti (John) Warnke, Howard (Jamie) Straub III, Amanda (David) Stevens, nieces and nephews, Randy, Jerrica, Cory, Jared, Rhyanna, Allison, Vincent, Gabe, Elliott, Emerson, Natalie, Malorie, Elouise, Marie, Heidi, Holli, Sarah, Samantha, Howie IV, Julie, Andrew, Christian, Daniel, Andrea (JC) Balcazar, Catlin (Brighid) Christman and Bethany (Joe) Bontrager. Rick was preceded in death by his grandparents, Galen Hawbaker, Ross and Anna Barnhart, John Musselman and niece Marci Jo Straub.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 25, 2016 at the First Church of God, with Pastors, John Mattern, Chris Bones and James L. Sparks officiating with burial to follow at Lowe Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the Osgood Funeral Home, 104 E. Cass St., St. Johns, and one hour prior to the funeral service on Monday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hawbaker Children's Educational Fund. The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rick Hawbaker
Chris Teutsch
February 1, 2016
Dear Terri and Family,
We are sending our deepest sympathies from Virgina. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Byron Sleugh
February 1, 2016
Terri:
I am saddened by your loss and will pray for you and your extended family.
January 26, 2016
Terri, children, Maryjo, Howard, and family your in our hearts & prayers. Carleen & Denis White
Ginny Wright
January 25, 2016
Terri, Jon and I have been praying and thinking of all of you during this terrible time. We are very sorry. May God hold you and your family close during this time and always. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to call .
Dave & Helen Forgey
January 25, 2016
Terri and family, We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories.
Anna Morris
January 24, 2016
I am just one person in the community of neighbors who are lifting you and your family up in our prayers. We are grieving with you for your loss. May God bring you comfort, peace, and strength.
Scott &Terra Allen
January 24, 2016
Terri, we are praying for your family.
Rita Ackerman
January 24, 2016
Dearest Terri, Please know that you and your beautiful family are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Sending hugs and continued prayers.
Henderson
January 23, 2016
Please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss.EPHESIAN 3:14&15.
Kim McDonald
January 23, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss Terri. Wish I could be there for you. Love Kim
January 23, 2016
Dear Uncle Ronnie and Aunt Carol, We are so burden about the loss of Ricky, are hearts are grieved. Know that we will be praying for a healing that only the Lord can give each of you..We love you Jim and Elena Murphy
Karen Carpenter
January 23, 2016
Terri, Thinking of you and your family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
January 23, 2016
I am on the Michigan Forage Council, so sorry for your loss.
Ruth Miller
January 23, 2016
Ronnie, Carol and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of Rick.
Jana and Clem Malot
January 22, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your lose Terri. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!
Bob Hendershot
January 22, 2016
I am praying you will take comfort in knowing that God is your fortress, surrounding you with his care; I know this from my own loss.
God Loves and Blesses you. I will have you all in my prayers.
Carol Elliott
January 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Phil and Pam Risser
January 22, 2016
Are hearts grieve with yours. Know that our prayers surround you all.
Bethany Sprecher
January 22, 2016
Sorry for your loss. Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family. Friends of Randy & Patti
David Gingrich
January 22, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to all his family. He was a great friend when we were young. He will surely be missed
Brad Carbaugh
January 22, 2016
Sorry for the loss to his family,was such a great guy many many fond memories
Glenn & Edna Musselman
January 22, 2016
Our deepest sympathy.....Our Prayers and thoughts are with You....Love and Blessings,Glenn & Edna Musselman
Candice Morrison
January 22, 2016
Terri, Kevin and I are so very sorry. We love you and your family. We will miss Rick. We will pray for all of you. I love you
Angie Armstrong
January 22, 2016
Terri, I am so sorry for your loss. We will be lifting you and your children up in prayer as you grieve.
Pastor Dave Burnett
January 22, 2016
Our prayers are with you. May the Lord bless you and keep you.
Anne Weimer
January 22, 2016
You will be missed by so many!!!
R. I. P.
Al Gall
January 22, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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