Doug HAWKES

I grew up going to the POW meetings and loved to hear Doug's stories. He always had this amazing sense of humour and could see the light in any situation. Growing up in a society of item-driven people, it was honouring to see how grateful Doug was for just soup and sandwiches. It helped me remember how easy I have it and that it was people like Doug that make my life possible. He will be missed dearly. My thoughts and love goes to Dorothy and his family.

Megan Davidson

My mother, Evelyn Bohannon, lived down the street from the Hawke's family and spent lots of time together growing up. Doug got in touch with my mother prior to her death in 2007 and came to our family farm for a cup of tea and to remember stories from their growing up years. It was like having two history books in my kitchen listening to them talk. I was glad that I was able to meet Doug. Doug will be greatly missed. My condolences to Dorothy and his family.

Sincerely,
Anne Bohannon

Doug was an amazing man and he will be truly missed by his family and friends. My thoughts are with the Hawkes family on this very sad day.

Doug grew up next door to my husband Bus McCalla, I was fortunate to meet Doug and Dorothy in 1975, they became very good friends to me.My deepest sympathy goes to Dorothy and all the family. With my love Bobby McCalla

I only met Mr. Hawkes once or twice, but I do know John and Vonnie, and wish to express my condolences to you both and all your family at the loss of your father. Sincerely, Leslie Holmes (formerly Allan)

I have not seen Doug or family for many years. I wish to express me condolances to the family. Doug had a very interesting life and was appreciated by many people

Lost a link to our past on February 2nd. I've always considered him to be my own 'Papa' Doug. Will miss him. Thinking of ALL the Hawkes right now.

Our family will always remember Doug with fondness and love. He will truly be missed. Doug was a gentleman in every sense of the word. His kindness and sense of humour always made you feel great. We send our heartfelt sympathy to Dorothy and the family.
Sincerely from the families of
Sharon Reid, Sandra Read & Wayne Cassidy

The Hawkes family and the McCalla family share so much history and life together. Doug remembered my father, Bus, being brought home as a new baby to the house on Talon Avenue in Calgary. Doug and my Uncle Pete were lifetime friends until Uncle Pete passed away. Doug regaled us with stories of our families and nurtured the bond that continues to this day.
We miss him ......

We will miss Doug's sense of humour at CREB's Past President's dinners every year. He always made us smile and reminded us to be thankful for our Veterans.

What a great father. So long buddy. Regards DGH