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Mary Hawkes Obituary

Mary Claire Memrick Hawkes, 54, of E. Park Ave., Mooresville, died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. Born on Jan. 24, 1954, in Little Falls, N.Y., she was the daughter of Charles Joseph Memrick and the late Phyllis Rose Memrick. Mrs. Hawkes graduated summa cum laude from SUNY Albany (N.Y), where she was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. She was a member of Harbor Presbyterian Church and the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce. In addition to her father, she is survived by her husband, Alister "Al" James Hawkes; children, Kathryn Aiken and husband, Phil, of England, and Michael Ashdown of Mooresville; brothers and sister, Joseph Memrick of Tallahassee, Fla., Michael Memrick of Durham, Julie Memrick of Huntersville, and Paul Memrick of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Thomas and Joshua Aiken; and nieces and nephews. Mary's joys in life were her family and friends, singing and playing music in the church, everyday moments in her husband's company, learning and meeting new people. Her family praises God for her life, her smile, and that she is at peace. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at Cavin-Cook Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Bill Heard officiating. Memorials may be made to the Community Pregnancy Center, c/o Harbor Presbyterian Church, 433 Williamson Road, Mooresville, NC 28117; and/or the charity of the donor's choice. The family of Mary Hawkes is being served by Cavin-Cook Funeral Home.
Published by Statesville Record & Landmark on Jan. 29, 2008.

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Wendi Mock

February 2, 2008

Dear Family,
We loved Mary so much. Her smile made all near feel special. Her sincere love and devotion to the children of our church meant so much. We were so blessed to have shared in her joy for life.
Much Love and Praise to God for Mary's life!

Butch, Wendi, Lauren and Darin Mock

Donna and Louis Bryson

February 1, 2008

Our prayers and sympathy to the family.

S. Lewis Wilson

January 31, 2008

My deepest sympathy's to the family of Mary C. Memrick at this most difficult time.

Sam Gomez

January 31, 2008

At times like this the only thing is a prayer that Gods peace surround your entire family, I am truly sorry for your loss

Latricia Peck

January 31, 2008

Mary had such a sweet spirit and it was a blessing to have known her.I was thinking about her and smiled because she is with Jesus and he is saying well done my good and faithful servant.

Cheryl Barnhill

January 31, 2008

My deepest sympathy's at this most difficult time.

January 31, 2008

John Roberts

Catherine Musselman

January 31, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the family. May you be at peace knowing that Mary is with God now.

John Mark Franklin

January 31, 2008

What a great lady Mary was to know! Her positive outlook and attitude were a great inspiration to all she came in contact with. I am glad that her faith in Jesus Christ as Savior was no secret, because we know that she is now with HIM.
Ephesians 2:8,9

Brandi Wilson

January 31, 2008

I will remember Mary as the woman and friend who always had a smile on her face! She was a woman who always greeted me with a hug and I will truly miss her. I will always remember and cherish the chats we had (with hot tea of course). She gave such great advice and had such a postive outlook on life. She beamed with excitement when talking about her husband,children and family. She was a woman who loved the Lord and was proud to serve Him.
God gained an angel this past week but let's face it she was an angel already.
Al,Michael,Katheryn,and family I pray that God will bless you with strength and comfort at this time and through out.

Yvette Blackmon

January 30, 2008

I met Mary last year at an insurance training seminar, she sat beside me in class, and through the breaks we sat and shared, and talked. She was a spritual person (I knew this in just that short acquaintance), angelic like. I remember her positive attitude about her illness, and how she inspired me in the mist of her adversities, as we shared pieces of our personal lives in that short time. It reminds me of the saying, "Some people come into your life for a reason, and some people for a season". I know now in meeting Mary, it was both. May God Bless, my prayers are with her family and loved ones.

Jim and Wanda Parker

January 30, 2008

Wanda and I have known Mary and the family through some good and bad times, but she was always positive in her faith and her faith in God. We are so thankful to have been her friends and we wish the family God's blessings and peace in the future.

God Bless,
Jim and Wanda Parker

Betty Pennell

January 30, 2008

It was a delight to know Mary and be with her the few times that I was privileged to do so. I know she will be missed by her family and loved ones. We were not that close; however, there is a saddness in my heart just knowing her presence is absent. My prayers are with the family and May the Lord bless you all with His comfort and peace.

January 30, 2008

Hawke Family---Mary is a gental soul. One that will stay with me forever. She decided to fight this past year, and that is exactly what I saw. A fighter. I was sad to learn of her passing. Something told me that she had another fight in her to win this cancer battle. God had something else in mind. He needed Mary sooner than we all expected. I am personally blessed to have known Mary's heart.

Christie Frazier

Pat Baldridge

January 30, 2008

I've only met Mary - face to face twice. But she was memorable. She came to a WIN meeting, and instantly displayed a servant's heart. I knew I could count on her to be a table leader to pray with the women at her table. What a lady!

Eric Thompson

January 30, 2008

Deepest sympathies

David Benfer

January 30, 2008

I'm very sorry for your loss. Mary and I worked together and I always enjoyed our conversations. She had a great intellect which she brought to bear on behalf of her co-workers and clients. Her drive and positive outlook will be sorely missed.

Dave Henning

January 30, 2008

Al, Michael and family,

My heartfelt prayers go out to you. I am saddened to hear of your loss. It was a privilege to know Mary and work with her over the years. She always had such a positive outlook, a smile and enthusiasm and was such a dedicated and hard worker full of love for her family. My prayer is that Jesus' "peace that passes understanding" will bless and encourage you at this time. Dave - Proverbs 3:5,6

Cheryl Branz

January 30, 2008

I met Mary a few years ago and I remember how kind she was and her beautiful smile. May peace that passeth all understanding be with each and every friend and family member now and always.

Dorothy & Jimmy Byrd

January 30, 2008

Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

Carol Sandke

January 30, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You have all been in my prayers over the past several months. I met Michael as a young high school student through my son at MHS ROTC and Julie is a friend and colleague at Davidson. May you find comfort as you recall all the wonderful times you shared with Mary. May she rest in peace.

mary coso

January 30, 2008

Dear Joe,Mike,Julie and Paul,
I want to send my love to all of you. Mary was a fighter and smiling all the time.May my prayers and love keep you through this hard time. Love Aunt Mary

Frances Hill

January 30, 2008

Dear Julie,Paul,Mike,and Joe, We have a lot of memories when all of you were small children. We were blessed with all of you. My prayers are with you all and us too. Life deals us some bad stuff now and then doesn't it. Just keep the faith and the Lord will help you through it all. We love you all. Aunt Fran

Nancy Jean Daley

January 29, 2008

I am so sorry for our loss of a cousin, mother, sister, mother and grandmother. We are thinking of you and our prayers are with you. Our thoughts and prayers and memories will be with you despite us not physically being their for Mary's celebration.

Shirley & Jim Browning

January 29, 2008

We just wanted all the family to know our thoughts and prayers have
been with Mary and also the family.
Patricia (my sister) had kept us
updated on her.
We will pray for all the family
as you go through this difficult time

Connie Dellinger

January 29, 2008

Mary was such a delightful person to know. she was so full of energy and smiled every time I met her. I am so thankful that I had the pleasure of meeting this special lady through her beautiful sister, Julie Memrick. May God bring comfort and peace to the family during these coming days.

Mary with her

Peyton Stephens

January 28, 2008

We laughed so hard the day we took this picture. I had just asked Mary if she had the "M" put on her shirt specially for her. She told me she had that done to all her clothes. Then she told me that she had paid $ .50 for it at a thrift store. I told her it was made for her.

Peyton Stephens

January 28, 2008

I was so lucky to know you even though it was only for a brief moment. A moment that will last a lifetime.

Thank you.

Cheri Newell

January 28, 2008

I am so very sorry for the loss of my cousin and your sister and daughter... I will miss the girl with the english accent that wanted to be a meteorologist....may you take some comfort in knowing she isn't suffering anymore.... and may God help you find peace in your time of sorrow.... love always and forever, Cousin Cheri

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