Tribute & Message From The Family
James "Jim" Hawkins, 59 passed away Thursday, August 13th surrounded by his family. Jim was born to Carl R. and June Hawkins in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Jim worked for many years as a heavy equipment operator. In his free time he enjoyed boating. Sundays in the Hawkins household was filled with watching NASCAR and cheering on an Earnhardt. Most of all, Jim enjoyed spending time with his family.
Jim is survived by his wife of over 42 years, Carol (Cope) Hawkins. Mother, June Byrd (Don), three children, Micah Hawkins, Sara Orender (Alan), Shantiel Soeder (Tim), siblings: Mike Hawkins (Ioanna), Tina Clark (Ricky), and Terrie Cope (David). He is also survived by three grandchildren, Nate, William, and Grace, as well as his maternal grandmother, Judy Eudell Martin.
Jim is preceded in death by his son, Joshua James Hawkins, father, Carl R. Hawkins, paternal grandparents whom he was very close with, Carl V. and Mary Hawkins, as well as his best friend, Roger Carter.
A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, August 15th from 4-7 P.M. at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory, Franklin Township Chapel, 5950 East Thompson Road, Indianapolis. A memorial service will be held Sunday, August 16th at 2 P.M. at Free Spirit Baptist Church, 6509 Valley Milles Ave. Indianapolis, 46241.
Burial will take place at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Cleveland, Tennessee at a later date.
Due to recent COVID-19 mandates, all guests are required to wear face coverings or masks at the visitation and services.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
To sign the online register book and leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.stpierrefamilyfuneral.com
Condolence & Memory Journal
To the family, there are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Jimmy has always been the strong tower. My heart thoughts and prayers are with you through this time. Love you all!
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Sherri Hatfield - Bowling Green, IN - Family August 15, 2020
Prayers for all
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Vickie DeVore Daily - Corydon, IN - Friend August 15, 2020
Thoughts and prayers for the family
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Marie Frye - INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Family August 14, 2020
Carol I pray that God's comforting spirit be with you and all the family. Love you all
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Sue Ousley - Sharps Chapel, TN - Family August 14, 2020
Sara and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish you peace. Kathy Peterson
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Kathy Peterson - Carmel, IN - Coworker August 14, 2020
Sandy
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Matlock - Terre Haute, IN - Friend August 14, 2020
A thought of comfort and condolences to the grieving family.
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Robin Roy - Avon, OH - Coworker August 14, 2020
I haven't seen Jim and Carol since youth camp, but always had great memories of them both. My heartfelt condolences to you all. May God comfort and bless you all.
Posted by
Charles and Ramona Lindsey August 14, 2020