Mike Hawkins

I have no words, just tears for your family. You made a difference and your energy will be part of the eternal WORD/WORLD

I met you at Jewel and knew you before you blossomed into Brother Mike. I want to thank you for the four years of great memories. Poetry was your talent and it is amazing to see how many people you have touched. God has a wonderful angel now and I know you will continue to watch over your family and loved ones. May God continue to bless Rae, Nick, Ebony, Jasmine and your entire family . Rest in Heaven!!

Bro..words can't state the way I feel..that was your thing..but I love you and I miss you already. B4 you were "Brother Mike"..you were my Brother..Mike..So proud of you fam..So proud

Tone

We first met at Woodson School and you became my assistant while there. What a professional, spiritual friendship we had for each other and trust was at the forefront! Our big sistah/ little brotha bond was one of the greatest reasons to be at Woodson. Our colleagues admired it. I followed your talented self to many venues and each time was hittn' You're just a beautiful brother and I know where you are. Your natural talent will keep Heaven cheering for more!! No doubt! I know you'll give em'...

Brother Mike Hawkins you will be missed but your spirit, and the fruits of your works will always remain! Peace

I met with this brotha like twice, glad we had the chance to cross paths, let's pick up the books, pens,mics,cameras where he left off his love and mission wont forgotten

A beautiful spirit...gone to soon, but never to be forgotten.

REST IN POWER, BROTHA MIKE !!! Our prayers with you and your family. The Kuumba Lynx family will always be grateful for your support of our youth and all of Chicago's youth, mcs and poets since the mid-1990's. Your visions will live on thru all of those that you touched. REVOLUTION, REVOLUTION, REVOLUTION !!!

-Julio