Joel Bronson "Poncho" Hawkins

1970 - 2017

Joel Bronson "Poncho" Hawkins obituary, 1970-2017, Olive Branch, MS

Joel Bronson "Poncho" Hawkins

1970 - 2017

BORN

1970

DIED

2017

Joel Bronson Hawkins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 4, 2017.
Joel Bronson "Poncho" Hawkins, 46, of Olive Branch, MS, passed from this life on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at the Regional One Medical Center in Memphis. He was born May 12, 1970 in Atlanta, GA to Joe and Genie Hawkins. Joel was a U. S. Army veteran, a First Responder, member of the Lawful Sons Motorcycle Club, member of the Great Commission Church and an Emergency Room Technician with St. Francis Hospital. Along with his parents, he is survived by his wife; Bonnie Hawkins, daughters; Christina Farrell, Julia Hawkins Price, Mollie Hawkins, sons; Andrew and Zachary Hawkins, sisters; Janet Gill, Nancy Rainey, Patricia Martin, Cecelia Trowbridge, brothers; Gene, David, Jeff, John, Jimmy and Richard Hawkins. He was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Hawkins. The family will receive friends 5pm – 8pm, Sunday, March 5, 2017 at Brantley Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be 10am Monday, March 6, 2017 at the Great Commission Church in Olive Branch with a live webcast of the services at www.GCCOB.com.

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March 16, 2017

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Stephanie L

March 16, 2017

Joel was always very kind to our family especially when others were not. He never stopped doing his job! I had a complex partial seizure and he stayed with me until the ambulance got there. I am thankful he was there for me and my family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time!

John McAuliffe

March 8, 2017

Bonnie: I am so very sorry about Joel. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time. John

Morgan LaTonya

March 7, 2017

We will miss his laughter and smile. May God continue to comfort his family.

Allen Wilkerson

March 6, 2017

I received the information about the arrangements too late to make it but please know that my family's thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joel will be missed.
In my mind he will remain an Eagle forever.
May Gods Grace be with the family.
Sail high and free my brother, my friend. You will forever be in our hearts and minds. Until we meet again, Allen (Psycho)

Toni and Howard Lewis

March 6, 2017

Sending our love and prayers to you with our heartfelt condolences for your loss. We hold you and your family in our hearts. May God give you strength and guidance through this difficult time.

Seneca "Hunny" and Billy Morris

March 5, 2017

Bonnie, Billy and I are greatly saddened to hear of Joel's passing. May the Lord be with you and your family during this time of loss.

JODY Lopez

March 5, 2017

Prayers and lots of love from your Florida family. Jody

Pamela Plunk

March 5, 2017

Bonnie, words always seem to fail me at times like these. Please know that you and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss

Laurie Faught

March 5, 2017

Glenn and I are devastated at this sudden loss for your family.. Joel was always a smiling face and a warm hug!! He will be missed. We are so sorry for your loss.! A.J., you and your family will be in our hearts and prayers.

March 5, 2017

Andy, Our deepest condolences on the passing of your father.
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Brandi Scioli

March 5, 2017

You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time, I wish I could be there!!!!

March 4, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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