Retired CSM Rufus Franklin Dawkins

Dad,

July 8th forever changed my life. God gave you your wings. You are forever no longer in pain and suffering from that dreadful disease Cancer. Tomorrow we will be celebrating the life of your brother PeeWee as you know. I know that he is with you, Big Mama, and Uncle TJ. He is no longer in pain and Cancer is no longer taking over his body. I miss you so much. Uncle Earle sent Aunt Gwen and I a picture of me and you on the coach together when I was a baby. You and I had the biggest smiles on our faces. You had put your Drill Sergeant hat on my head which swallowed my little head. Seeing that picture instantly made tears roll down my face. Lord I miss you so much! I love you!❤

Happy Father’s Day to my Dad! I go to this page because it’s dedicated to only you. There is not a day that I don’t think about you or see something that reminds me of you. You will very be my Superman! I love you and miss you to the depth of my soul.

Lord knows I wish I could turn back the hands of time. If I could, I would definitely change it back to the time you were here cancer-free. People keep telling me that it will be easier as time moves on, but it has not. I miss you so much that it hurts. That night when we heard you laugh after you passed on, I realized that you are no longer in pain. I love you Dad RIH.

My dad taught me everything I know except how to live without him. Missing my dad I love you.

CSM Dawkins, was one of the finest men I ever met in my life. Tough but fair. He would fight for you every step of the way. He took me and my family in as his own. He guided and mentor me as leader, friend, and father figure. He loved my children. He helped my wife get into school (GED) and then helped her get into college. I miss him still.

Rodney

"I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you."
John 14:18

I can't believe that it has been two years that you have taken your place in heaven. My world seemed liked it ended that morning. My heart was hurting so bad because my Father, who I love and cherished was gone. Dad you was the heartbeat of our family and without you I feel loss at times. But when I do look at your picture and I can hear your encouraging words of wisdom. I miss the talks... walks...dinners...outings together....I miss you and I love you Dad! RIH

Happy death anniversary daddy Rufus,

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" 2 Corinthians

youre always be my Hero!


Anyone can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad, and that's why I call you dad, because you are so special to me. You taught me the game and you taught me how to play it right. And you said Im smart and wise , thanks to you daddy you make me become one!
God bless you daddy may you Rest In Peace
I love ❤ you Forever in my heart!
Joy de Jesus

Rufus, RIP warrior brother! You were a superb warrior and dear friend that I will remember forever. I'll see you on Fiddlers Green, it was a privilege to have served with you.

I love u Uncle Sonny & I will miss u Rest In Peace

Rufus Rest In Peace we will always love you.And most of all you will be in my heart as the cousin I grew up with Lavern (Jean) . With much love The Tate and Dawkins Family

RIP Sir......

Sincere condolences to the Dawkins family. I had the honor to work for Mr. Dawkins on the CREW program. RIP my friend!

Rufus thank you for great leadership role you showed me. You will truly be missed. You are going home. God bless you and my prayers be with your family.

He heals the Brokenhearted and binds up their wound . Psalm 147.3 Nothing is small if God accepts it .

Rufus thank you for all the words of wisdom and taking the time to help others. God bless you.

Uncle Rufus,
I only knew you for a moment in life ( the warlock program) During that time you were a great leader. Fair, honest (brutally) caring but stern. I hope the other side is peaceful, pain free and exciting. I mean you found adventure always so I'm certain you won't ever be without it.

Uncle Rufus,
You were a great leader. Remembered as fair, caring and stern. I hope the other side is peaceful, pain free and exciting but seeing as you always found adventure I think it will be.
Until we meet again

Sincere condolences to the immediate beloved family. Rufus was a one of a kind Leader. He loved the Army as much as he loved his beloved family. God's blessings to the family, prayers. RIP. You will definitely be missed.

Thanks for all the good times and guidance you provided me while working at CSC. Rufus you will be truly missed. I will keep your family in my prays...

We are sorry the loss of a good friend,who was also like a brother to us ,Rufus will be deeply missed and our prayers to the family.May God bless you And your family our prayers are with you and we love you.
Freddie Posey and family

I served with Rufus, both of us Command Sergeants Major, we went to field, to National Training Center, we laughed, cried, hugged each other...Rufus was, the finest that could ever be....Words cannot begin to express the love, and devotion that Rufus gave every day, Rufus...I miss you. Your friend..forever..Harold E. Lewis CSM (Retired)

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Jean Nobles

"To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" 2 Corinthians 5:8 Rest well Uncle knowing that your job here on earth was done. We love you but God loved and needed you more. I promise to take care of mama all the days of our life. Kiss Bigmama for me!! Until we meet again!!! Love you, Kip Bug

Thanks for all the memories throughout our time in Kosovo, Afghanistan, Iraq and Kuwait. You took me under your wings and I will never forget all the unselfishness you've always shown.
I thank God for you,