David Hawkins

1952 - 2023

David Hawkins obituary, 1952-2023, Bradenton, FL

David Hawkins

1952 - 2023

BORN

1952

DIED

2023

David Hawkins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 5, 2023.

David B. Hawkins, 70, of Bradenton, FL passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2023, in Venice, FL. Born May 28, 1952, in Tampa, FL to Joseph Hawkins, Jr. and Eugenia (Lopez) Hawkins. David is survived by brothers, Richard, Jeff, John and Jim; sisters, Nanci, Janet, Patricia and Cecelia. David was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Gene, Paul and Joel. David served with the United States Army, was a cabinet maker and enjoyed woodworking and mechanics. He was generous to a fault. He was kind considerate to all. A Visitation will be held for David 3:00 to 5:00 PM, Sunday, May 7, 2023, at the Brown & Sons Funeral Home & Crematory, 26th Chapel, 5624 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL.  A Funeral Mass will be held 10 AM Monday, May 8, 2023, at the Church of Saint Patrick, located at 7900 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, Florida 34241. Burial will be scheduled at a later date at the Sarasota National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in David's name can be made to Bay Pines Foundation, P.O. Box 416, 10,000 Bay Pines Blvd. Building 22, Room 115, Bay Pines, Florida or at [email protected]. Condolences may be made to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com.

How to support David's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor David Hawkins's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign David Hawkins's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?