Dr. Aubrey L. Hawkins
1919 - 2012
Dr. Aubrey L. Hawkins
1919 - 2012
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Dr. Hawkins' parents were Mr. and Mrs. Homer A. Hawkins of Roswell. He was pastor of Chattahoochee and Milford Baptist churches in Marietta and, locally, of First Baptist Church in Alpharetta. At that time he served as Moderator of the Roswell Association of Baptist churches. He then began a 50-year career in various offices of the Georgia Baptist Convention. Almost forty of these years he directed student work (now collegiate ministries) and coordinated work with Baptist colleges.
In Roswell, he was on the board of the Child Development Association of North Fulton and was a Hue Thomas Fellow of the Roswell Rotary Club, a program bringing students from abroad to study in Georgia. He was a life member of the mainland Advisory Council of the Hawaii Baptist Academy. The Baptist Student Center in Athens was named "The Hawkins Baptist Center, University of Georgia" in his honor.
Dr. Hawkins is survived by two daughters: Dr. and Mrs. James C. Wayne (Linda) of Pleasant Garden, NC, Mr. and Mrs. Alan Reddish (Carol) of Athens, GA, and one son, Mr. Lamar Wright Hawkins of Roswell, GA. He is also survived by two grandsons and two granddaughters: Michael and Dr. Julie Wayne of Advance, NC, Joel and Melissa Wayne of Beaver Dam, KY, Karen and Russ Jackson of Newnan, GA and Lindsay Reddish of Athens, GA. In addition he is survived by a sister-in-law, Mrs. Leila Hawkins of Roswell, GA, as well as nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Wright Hawkins, a grandson, Matthew Alan Reddish, and his brother, J. Harold Hawkins.
Memorials can be made to the Camp Hawkins Endowment Fund of Georgia Baptist Children's Home, P. O. Box 329, Palmetto, GA 30268-0329. The family will receive visitors on Monday, June 25, 2012 at the Roswell Funeral Home on Mansell Road from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Interment will be at the Green Lawn Cemetery in Roswell.
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Keisha Elliott
August 24, 2012
Mr. Aubrey was a funny, kind hearted man who NEVER met a stranger. Once you were greeted with a kiss on the forehead delivered via a light slap of his hand, you were destined to never forget him. I was saddened to hear of his passing, but I have comfort in knowing that he was greeted with a "Well done my GOOD and FAITHFUL servant," as he was reunited with his beloved Mary. My prayers and love continue to go out to the family.
June 29, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Aubrey's passing. I wish I had know before tonight. He was a special person to me and I know he will be greatly missed. Catherine Sale
Clarissa Strickland
June 27, 2012
Linda and Jim and Family -
So sorry to hear about your dad. I remember him fondly. Wish I could have been present at the service.
Clarissa Strickland
Julia Hastings
June 26, 2012
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Warren Skinner
June 26, 2012
Dr. Hawkins was a man of great vision, real action, and tireless energy. He was always kind, always personal, and always encouraging. All of us who serve in collegiate ministry, whether we know it or not, stand on the strength of his work and dedication. I think of him often and always smile and am always grateful for his life and to have known him.
Lindy Redmond
June 25, 2012
Our deep sympathy to all members of Aubrey's family, most especially Linda, whom we love dearly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Know that we are keeping you close to our hearts.
Much love
Tom and Lindy
June 25, 2012
I am very saddened to hear of Dr. Hawkins' passing. Our world was a brighter and happier place through his presence here. I met him through my service at the Georgia Baptist Convention and found that we shared the same birthday. He and I often joked about being brother and sister, and he enjoyed teasing me, calling me Maypop. He was a dear, kind man and all who knew him were blessed through his joyful and energetic spirit. Dr. Hawkins, I will miss you!
Pamela Schildecker
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Jacqueline Perrin
June 25, 2012
Heaven is a better place now that Aubrey has joined Mary there. He was so much a part of my formative years and I treasure that and loved him so much. May God comfort you as you grieve.
Cynthia Jordan
June 25, 2012
Will remember your family in prayers. Dr. Hawkins was my first boss when I started working in DOSW in 1976. And, my sone has benefitted ffrom going to Camp Hawkins in the past few years. Take care, Cynthia Jordan
Wayne Ellard
June 24, 2012
Carol, I was saddened to learn of the passing of your Dad. I know he will be missed, but you have a blessed assurance that he is with our Lord right now. Thank God daily for your Dad's ministry and love throught the years. Wayne Ellard
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June 24, 2012
Our Heavenly Father is healing the brokenhearted one Psalm 147:3. May he comfort your hearts and make you all firm in your time of sorrow.
Stuart Seymour
June 24, 2012
Aubrey or "Mr. Hawkins" as I called him was a long time supporter of the Seymour family. I have great memories of his entire family having dinner at his home which was at the time "out in the country". I especially enjoyed his dry wit and humor. Mr. Hawkins was one of the Classics in Roswell and will be missed. Love to all the Hawkins kids. Stuart Seymour
Cynthia Zenoni-Bartlett
June 24, 2012
Linda, Carol and Lamar, you are in my prayers as you deal with Aubrey's passing. He was always so kind to me and I'll always remember his wonderful sense of humor. I know that he's so happy now that he's been reunited with his beloved Mary and his Lord, Jesus.
Love, Cynthia
June 23, 2012
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