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Michael Hawk Obituary
Michael Allen Hawk, 62, died of a heart attack May 7th at home in San Francisco. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Jeanine Hawk a native of San Francisco, and her loving family, the Dimartino's. Born in Kansas City, MO to Charles and Regina Hawk he is also survived by a brother Steve and sister Robin both of the Kansas City area and a niece, three nephews and their families.
Michael was passionate and full of life. He loved people, all kinds of music, and followed basketball, football, and the San Francisco Giants enthusiastically! He was a voracious reader, loved a good debate on most any topic and was particularly engaged in politics, the environment and social justice. Currently serving as Director of Operations at California League of Conservation Voters he was described by one of his colleagues as "fundamentally committed to goodness". His work matched his passion and he was proud to be part of the mission of CLCV. He also played the golden alto whistle and was most at peace playing along the ocean at his beloved second home near Smith River in Northern California.
Before coming back to California 10 years ago, Michael and Jeanine lived in Williams, Oregon where Michael was a business owner, worked on watershed issues, human rights and sang in a local choir group while enjoying strong, lifelong friendships. While there, he converted to Judaism which was his great joy. His passionate nature, strong values, diverse interests and multi dimensional skills were at the heart of Michael Hawk. He was a loving husband, a good worker and a good friend. His work will be missed, his passion will carry on and we will hold him in our hearts forever.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a community organization that supports your passion.
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Mike Young
March 7, 2025
It took more than a decade, but I finally watched and finished all of Big Bang Theory. It was hilarious, and I enjoyed it just like you said I would. I now have the role you had at CLCV/EnviroVoters back when we first met, and I think of you often. Crazy how time flies and things change. I hope you are at peace, my friend.
Kelley Bausch (Hawk)
March 6, 2025
Coming up on 11 years since you left this earth. I love and miss you and your smile. I hope you are living large and in peace
Jeanine Hawk
May 6, 2024
10 years gone. I hope you are at peace and are contributing to healing the planet.
Jeanine Hawk
May 6, 2019
I can't believe Michael has been gone five years. It seems like a lifetime and just yesterday simultaneously. I hope if there is some version of life ever after you are at peace. CU.
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Teri Bilyea Hudson
July 2, 2014
I knew Mike many years ago. I am so pleased to know what a rich life he led and what a fulfilling marriage he had. I know his loss is so significant in so many ways to so many people. My heart goes out to all his family and friends. He is someone to be missed; you have my sincere condolences. I hope there are hoops in heaven...
Victoria Cunningham
June 11, 2014
I will always remember the "Big Guy" ... wish I would have seen him recently :( Miss you.
Carolyn Jones
June 10, 2014
Michael was my cousin and we had lost touch for so many years, but recently connected just a few weeks before his death. His first words to me were..Well you found me! And now I've lost him again before we really had a chance to catch up! From all the comments I see that he was an extraordinary man, full of life and love, friends, and family. His work in conservation mirrors my own love of the earth and I only wish I had found him sooner! Rest in peace, my dear cousin!
Diane Conradi
June 10, 2014
Michael--your boisterous laugh, your unwavering principle, your willingness to talk and listen, your dedication to your lovely bride. I'll miss it all, I'll grieve, as you would if it were me on the other side.
Mike Young
June 10, 2014
Michael was an incredible man, and he will truly be missed. Atavistic. That's for him because he taught me what it meant and forced me to find a way to use it enough so that I'd remember it. I would never use that word to describe him though, in fact it's practically the last adjective I would ever use to describe him, but it's so rare to meet someone who loved building his vocabulary and educating people. It made Michael one of a kind. Usually songs remind you of people, but in this case it's a word.
Thanks for making the world a better place for ever having you in it, Michael.
Laura Paradise
June 10, 2014
Michael was a dear, fierce, wonderful co-worker and friend. His generosity and commitment to helping others was larger than life. I had the gift of sharing the world of judaism with Michael and in turn was blessed to have him sing spectacularly beautifully as part of the shabbat service at our wedding two years ago. Such a mitzvah. I will always remember him with love.
Sam Shaw
June 10, 2014
I will miss this man. What a great mentor for so many. So funny and so kind and wise. The service was perfect, it was great to say goodbye to Michael with so many people whose lives he touched so deeply.
Evelyn Roether
June 10, 2014
I loved the bigness of Michael. Not only his physique but his spirit, his mind, his presence, his laugh. Everything i remember about him has an imposing quality to it. He did a lot of good during his time on this planet and I am grateful to have known him and worked with him. He helped found the Williams Creek Watershed Council and gave the first home to the then fledgling Klamath Siskiyou Wildlands Center, now a thriving and powerful environmental advocacy group. I will remember Michael's generosity, passion and roaring sense of humor. Sending love and support to you Jeanine…so sorry for your loss.
"one star in the night sky shining for the one who will always be in your heart."
Andrew Okun
May 23, 2014
I was touched at the tales of those you'd helped over the years, Michael. I wish I'd known ...
Mari-Ann Stumblingbear
May 21, 2014
Michael, you blessed us with your smile, your laugh, your intellect, your love, and your wit. You will be missed my friend. Surely God has brought home His son.
Kathy Penney
May 21, 2014
Michael we finally get the freedom to marry in Oregon and I know you are very close by....hard to believe I met you and Jeanine in the first days of this struggle. I know you are thrilled for us ...stay near...we can hear your music.
Dennis Stutes
May 20, 2014
If anything was broken in Heaven when Michael got there, it's fixed now. Happy trails on the other side my friend.
Jim Kiefer
May 19, 2014
In memory of a good friend. I'll always cherish the great times we had over the years. You will be missed my friend. RIP
Spencer Lennard
May 18, 2014
I still can't believe Michael has passed from this world. He is/was a committed activist who always put his elbows into what he believed. Michael commitment and inspiration made huge environmental efforts possible.
Never forgotten!
Erik Myers
May 16, 2014
Your sincerity, your insight, and your warmth will be both fondly remembered, and sorely missed. Journey well, Michael... play on :)
Robin Hawk
May 16, 2014
My brother... Rest inpeace
Robin Hawk
May 16, 2014
I love you Mikey and will miss you so much. My brother was an amazing man. Jeanine I am so sorry. May you find peace. You were wonderful together. Sending you much love.
May 16, 2014
Condolencses to the family and loved ones of Michael Hawk. Enjoy your rest my old friend, until we meet again.
Maynard Harvey
Paseo High Class of '70
May 15, 2014
May you rest in peace Michael.Gone but not forgotten.You will remain in the hearts of all of us who knew and loved you.Sympathy and peace to all family and friends.
Lonnie and Jo
ytliek
May 14, 2014
My sincere thoughts and prayers for Michael and family and friends. RIP and happy whistling.
May 14, 2014
My sincere thoughts and prayers for you Michael and to all family and friends.
Toni
May 14, 2014
Condolences to the family and friends. Please take comfort in God's words at Romans 8 : 35-39.
Cayden Enright
May 13, 2014
Eternal rest and peace be yours Michael, may the heavens embrace your music. Peace to Michael's family, friends, and all those that loved him.
Lars 'Larry Mór' Mott
May 12, 2014
This is for you Michael.
I am deeply saddened by your family and dear ones loss.
May we have a couple of tunes together in our next life.
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