Dr. Ralph Owen Hawkins

It was a wonderful privilege having Susan and Ralph as neighbors. They always had ready smiles available, and never seemed to meet a stranger. Everyone in our neighborhood still refers to their home as "Susan and Ralph's house." We still miss them both.

Remembering Ralph today and all the great meals he shared with me and my family in Cary and the beach! I especially remember his okra and shrimp. Miss you Ralph!

Ralph and Susan always opened the door to me, my husband Bob, and kids, Tracie and Neil. Loving, kind, and super hospitable they both were to us no matter when. Ralph made sure he showed me the proper southern way to cook okra, clean and cook fresh Atlantic shrimp, slice country ham, and other wonderful fresh items. Ralph shared his love for family with us, love of Oak Island, and his great and wonderful grandchildren. He wanted me to learn how to invest. No one could match his skill and...

Ralph was an amazing man who was warm loving and welcoming. His family has been blessed to have had him for so long. May Gods peace comfort and love be felt by all of his family and friends. He will be missed but allow your memories to help fill the emptiness that you feel. May God bless all of you. Love you all

I remember RO as a quiet, gentle, articulate man who was always concerned about his fellow man. Prayers for the family, but he is now sharing his Heavenly rewards.

When someone you love falls asleep in death, we treasure the good memories that we have of our loved one. May those cherished memories and God's memories and God's promise found at john 6:40 may it bring you a measure of comfort. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Know that prayers are being said in your behalf.

To the family of Ralph Hawkins,
I am so sorry for your loss please accept my deepest condolences in this time of sorrow and please remember that those who fall asleep in death are never forgotten, God keeps them in his memory because they are precious in his eyes, Psalms 116:15.