Photo courtesy of Jagers and Sons Funeral Home
Athens, Ohio
Jun 30, 1931 – Aug 3, 2016 (Age 85)
Robert L. Hawk, Sr., age 85 of Athens, passed away Aug. 3, 2016 at his home. Born June 30, 1931 in Athens, he was the son of the late Albert & Marie Dew Hawk. He was a graduate of Shade High School and served during the Korean Conflict with the U.S. Army in Occupied Italy.
He was a life member of K.T. Crossen Post 21 American Legion, Athens.
He worked all his life in the automobile business, staring with C.A. Daugherty automobile agency and later working as a salesman for Johnny Jones Motors and Kinneer Motors. He owned and operated the Bob Hawk Chrysler Plymouth dealership in Athens where he was known as "the little man with the big heart".
Bob is survived by his wife, Nancy Foster Hawk; two sons, Robert L. Hawk, Jr. of Athens and Randall F. (Anne) Hawk of Marango, Ohio; a sister, Joanne Hawk Green of Wellston; a nephew, Gary (Penny) Green of Wellston; and a brother in law, Frank (Anita) Foster of Pickerington.
Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his brother, Glennis (Mary) Hawk and a brother-in- law, Wayne Green.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Aug. 13th at 3:00 p.m. at Jagers & Sons Funeral Home, Athens with Pastor Georganne Thomas officiating. Friends may call Saturday 2:00 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home. A committal service and military rites will be conducted at a later date at W. Union St. Cemetery, Athens. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of donor's choice. Please share a memory, a note of condolence, or sign the online register book at www.jagersfuneralhome.com.
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. I remember meeting him at the car lot and buying my first car from him and sometimes running in to the garage when i needed some help figureing out what was wrong with it. my thoughts and prayers are with his family . he was a great guy with a very big heart
Danny Hickman
August 01, 2019 | Nelsonville, OH | Friend
Bobby and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We thought the world of your dad and family. His smile will be remembered forever.
Glenna and Jimmie Withem
August 15, 2016 | New Hill, NC
Dear all Hawks everywhere. Here is to the loss of Bobby Sr. This was a Man ( the Little Big Man) that always put a Smile on everyone around him. When Big Kenny passed in 1991, a beautiful Hawk flew over me and our Flag at the Warehouse and Squawked. I knew dad was home safe. Saw one yesterday, believe Sr is home safe too. I think All Hawks make People Smile. Here is to my next Sightings. RIP, Senior. Kenny and Teri Kerr Family
Kenny and Teri Kerr Family
August 14, 2016 | Athens, OH
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
danny hickman
August 09, 2016 | Nelsonville, OH
Bobby, Jr. & family, sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Great memories of you & all your hot rod cars. Thanks to your generous dad for letting you drive them. May he rest in the Lords loving arms & give you & your family comfort at this time.
Deb Wakefield
August 09, 2016
Nancy and Family,
Sorry for your loss and Bobs suffering. Thinking of you and the family. May he rest in peace.
Ron and Cathy Scriveny
Ron Scriven
August 09, 2016 | Walloon Lake, MI
I was saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was a great guy, with a big heart.
May God be with you in your time of grief.
Gene McDonald
August 09, 2016 | Wellston, OH
Nancy and sons ....... we share your sympathy.
Barb (Morris) Hall
Marilyn (Morris) White
August 08, 2016
Nancy and Family, I was saddened to hear of Bob passing. I share with in your grief, God Speed
Jerry W Tolson
August 07, 2016 | Belmont, NC
