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Harry Russell Hawk, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at the age of 64, due to a subdural hematoma blood clot, at University Hospital, Syracuse, NY.
He was born in Brookville, PA on February 6, 1951. He will be lovingly and deeply missed by his wife, Susanne Marie (Schaner) Hawk , married on April 1, 1977; his parents, Edwin and Joan Hawk; sister, Patricia (John) Greeno; brother, Ed (Ali) Hawk; nephews, Caleb Hawk and James Greeno (his Godson); nieces, Emily Greeno and Kristin Schaner; brother-in-law, John (Carol) Schaner; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. In addition, he was predeceased by Ward Hughey; his grandparents, Ward and Twila Hughey; Delbert and Alice Hawk and Harry and Bertha Kunselman. Harry was a Penn State graduate, earning a degree in law enforcement and corrections. He worked at Cornell University Department of Public Safety, George Junior Republic and most recently with the Tompkins County Sheriff's Department. He loved sports, excelling in table tennis, playing (winning) tournaments in the US, Canada and Ireland. There are no calling hours or services. The family would like to thank the Neuroscience ICU, nursing staff and doctors on 9F, for their kindness and assistance. Also, thank you to Donate For Life, Finger Lakes Recovery Network for carrying out Harry's request to donate and give the gift of life. Perkins Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harry Hawk
Costantino Creton
August 29, 2018
Dear Sue,
I just found out by chance the sad news. I was just telling myself that I should send you Christmas cards again and send some news. I have such fond memories of my time in Ithaca and Harry was my best friend from outside Cornell. I remember so many tournaments with him and of course bars after the tournament, and tennis games in Ithaca and also Thanksgiving turkeys at your house. You were so friendly to a foreign student like me that it touched my heart. I was really sad to hear about his death at such a young age. Life is really unfair. Harry was such a nice guy. Rest in peace my friend
September 10, 2015
Sue, We are so sorry for your loss and wish we could take away the pain. You will be close in our hearts as we pray for strength to get you through the coming days.
Much love,
Donna & Tim
September 8, 2015
Sue, Gary and I are so very sorry to hear of Harry's passing. My heart goes out to you. I'm keeping you in my prayers and thoughts. Love to you - Rusty.
September 5, 2015
Okay, Harry, my love, we have a date today at 3:30 when you will be beside me as we watch PENN STATE their first football game of the season GO STATE! I miss you so very much, you will always be in my heart. Love Sue (s....h....)
Dewey Dawson
September 4, 2015
Suzzie, sorry to hear about Harry's passing. He could be a funny guy at times and yet stoic at times. I always attributed that to his time at Penn State. But he was usually a fun guy in public. May he RIP.
Cindy Keeney
September 4, 2015
Sue, thoughts and prayers to you! Take care! Hugs to you!
Jim and Shirley Herson
September 4, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. So very sad, just retiring and then this horrible thing happens. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you.
Richard Baker
September 4, 2015
I've known Harry since the mid 1980s. He was a good friend and a great player of table tennis. We would often play a match for a beer. I usually bought most of the beers. This was way too soon.
Randy Sterling (ret)
September 4, 2015
Just a fine public servant with the safety of all utmost in his conduct and demeanor. He had a fine smile and warm word is what Harry brought to each person he passed by. So sorry for this early loss. Rest in peace my brother. May God comfort as you lean on HIM for the peace he can provide.
Tom Brickell
September 3, 2015
This is so sad. I feel so badly that we have lost such a fun guy. Sue, Stay Strong. Our banquet table was always a blast sharing with you both.
September 3, 2015
Sorry to hear of your lost ,I'm going to miss his humor and a great table tennis player Bruce Scavo
September 3, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss,I'm going to miss his humor and a great table tennis player. Bruce Scavo
Craig Bensch
September 3, 2015
My heart goes out to you and your family Sue... Harry was a great friend whom I'll miss very much. Of all my opponents over the years, I have played no one more than Harry... he'll be forever missed. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during these difficult times.
September 3, 2015
Farewell my good friend.
Virginia Slator
September 3, 2015
Sorry to hear of Harry's passing. If I can do anything for you just let me know.
Jen Patterson
September 3, 2015
Sue: So very very sorry for your loss. Jen
Gerald Pallace
September 3, 2015
Deepest Sympathy To Harrys Family,I Enjoyed Working With Him At TCSO,He Will Be Missed By Many,RIP
ronald petersen
September 3, 2015
my gosh sue i am so sorry to hear this.may god help and guide you. its been a long time my friend. keep strong. ron
lee parks
September 3, 2015
Sorry to hear of Harry passing, worked with him, and spent some off duty times with him. Enjoyed both. He will be missed.
Berl Stein
September 3, 2015
Thank you for all the fun I had playing against and with you, Harry!
helen Dormady
September 3, 2015
Thoughts and prayers. We will miss Harry. Love. Jim and Helen
September 3, 2015
Sue, I am so sorry to hear of Harry's passing. We worked together many years ago and I am sorry I lost contact. My prayers are with you.
Donna
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