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Mary Hawkins Obituary
Mary Catherine Hawkins
January 13, 1938 – January 7, 2023
Mary Hawkins was born in Chicago on January 13, 1938. She was the second child of Dr. Robert Hawkins and Helen Coyle Hawkins. Her parents gave her the confidence to overcome barriers limiting opportunities for women. She had a happy childhood with her siblings Bob, Patty, and Tom. Her family had the good fortune to live across street from the Dahm family. The Dahms became life-long friends and Chuck Dahm became Mary's closest friend.
Mary worked hard and loved her friends, family, parties, and Notre Dame. She read voraciously and adored all things French. She had a gift for making everyone feel welcomed and loved.
In 1966, she moved to Washington, DC, and held a variety of jobs while working on the 26th Amendment, Bobby Kennedy's presidential campaign, human rights, and Indian affairs. In 1976, Mary began her career on Capitol Hill as a legislative assistant for Senator, Dennis DeConcini. By 1985, she was the Legislative Director. She remained grateful to Senator DeConcini for having confidence in her at a time when few women served in similar positions in the Senate. After Senator DeConcini retired in 1995, Mary served in the office of Senator Byron Dorgan until 1998.
Mary enjoyed a circle of warm, intelligent, fun-loving friends. Her home became known as Chez Hawkins where she welcomed one and all to stay for a few days or years. She considered herself incredibly blessed to be surrounded by so many smart, interesting, and loving people. Mary was pre-deceased by her beloved mother and father, and her brother Bob Hawkins. She is survived by Fr. Charles Dahm, O.P. who was by her side when she died; sister Patty Hawkins Williams, brother Tom Hawkins (Beth), her 10 nieces and nephews, 13 great nieces and nephews, and Kearney Family.
A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Georgetown at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 10, with a reception to follow. Guests are asked to wear bright colors.
Donations in memory of Mary Hawkins can be made to Domestic Violence Outreach, 1914 S. Ashland, Chicago, IL 60608, www.domesticviolenceoutreach.org
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