Thomas L. Hawkins

Thomas L. Hawkins obituary, Houghton Lake, MI

Thomas L. Hawkins

Thomas Hawkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fosnaught-Holdship Funeral Home on Nov. 5, 2024.

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Marion - Thomas "Tom" Lee Hawkins, lifelong resident of the Cadillac and Marion area passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at his home. He was 56.
Tom was born on April 14, 1968, in Cadillac, Michigan to Jerry and Shirley (Denman) Hawkins. He grew and attended school in Cadillac and was a member of the graduating class in 1986. Tom made his living working in carpentry before more recently starting work with a machine shop. Tom could often be found playing guitar and drums for personal pleasure, and guitar for the occasional garage band or with his brother in his teenage years. He will be remembered for his passion for music, and his sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends
Tom is survived by his daughter, Amy Hawkins of Lansing; his grandson, Aiden Pierce; one brother, Jon Hawkins of Cadillac; nieces and nephews, Adam, Kadin, Allyssa, Zach. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Mindy Jennings; and a niece, Nicole.
Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. Memorial contributions may be directed to his GoFundMe account at: gofund.me/426a7ac1 or by searching Thomas Hawkins at gofundme.com Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.Fosnaught-Holdship.com
The family is being served by the Fosnaught-Holdship Funeral Home.
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