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William Hawkins
William (Bill) Elroy Hawkins, 89, passed from this life Tuesday, January 14, 2014.
Born November 20, 1924 in Williamsport, PA he was the son of the late Nelson R. and Lillian V. (Bloom) Hawkins.
Bill graduated from Coudersport, PA High School in 1942.
He enlisted in the Army Air Corp in 1942 and served his country with distinction. He continued in the Air Force and became an electrician instructor on the B-52 aircraft. During his off hours he became a ham radio operator and a pilot.
In 1947 he married Jeanne Fickler in Coudersport, PA.
In 1948 he played on the European Championship Football Team and flew in the Berlin Air Lift.
He retired from the Air Force in 1967.
Following retirement, he worked for NASA for 10 years as a support manager.
He was also an avid golfer and was a member of Colonial Country Club for 18 years.
He married Gloria Lois Davis and moved to Fort Worth, Texas.
Gloria passed in 2012 and Bill moved to The Villages in October 2012.
He is survived by 3 sons,
- Nelson "Bud" Hawkins,
- Jeffrey T. Hawkins, and
- Jon Christopher Hawkins.
- He was preceded in death by his son, William E. Hawkins, Jr.
Bill will be buried in Florida National Cemetery with full Military Honors on Thursday, February 6, 2014.
For on-line sentiments visit www.hiers-baxley.net. Arrangements by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, The Villages, FL.
To express condolences and/or make donations, visit www.potterleaderenterprise.com.
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Published in Potter Leader-Enterprise on Jan. 30, 2014.
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Jeanne E. Hawkins
August 23, 1918 ~ March 22, 2020 (age 101)
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Jeanne E. Fickler Hawkins, 101, of Coudersport, peacefully passed in her home on March 22, 2020.
She was born August 23, 1918 in Coudersport, daughter of J. Leon Fickler and Anna O’Donnell Fickler.
Jeanne was preceded in death by
- her parents,
- five sisters,
- one brother,
- her eldest son, Bill Hawkins Jr., and
- a step granddaughter.
She is survived by
her three sons,
- Bud and wife Diana,
- Jeff and wife Sue Ellen,
- Chris and wife Kathy.
Jeanne has five grandchildren,
- Ruby,
- Ellie,
- Zac,
- Amber, and
- Ian, as well as
four great grandchildren,
- Joshua and Allison Copley,
- Hudson Hawkins and
- his little brother expected this September.
Jeanne was also proud to collectively have over fifty nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great great nieces and nephews.
After her marriage to Willam Hawkins Sr, Jeanne enjoyed 24 years of military life which allowed her to travel to many exciting places throughout the world. She lived in six different states, in three foreign countries, including a year in Panama, three years in Newfoundland, and three years in Tripoli, Libya, Africa. She later returned to Coudersport in 1968 to continue raising her 4 boys and enjoy being surrounded by family and friends.
Jeanne was employed at Citizens Trust Bank for a number of years,
Nannied for several different young children throughout the years. She enjoyed bowling and playing cards. Her most special moments were preparing home cooked meals for her family and friends, and her bake goods brought them back often! Christmas was her favorite holiday and she had a live tree every year up until her death. She was revered by many for her countless stories, wealth of knowledge, from a memory that was unwavering. Having lived over a century, those that knew Jeanne best, know that she died a legend in their hearts.
A Celebration of Life will be planned for a future date. Jeanne’s wish was that any contributions be given to the Potter County Historical Society, 308 N Main St., Coudersport, PA 16915.
The family has entrusted the Thomas E. Fickinger Funeral Home 210 North East St. Coudersport, PA 16915 with her arrangements. To share your fondest memories of Jeanne or to sign her guestbook, please visit www.thomasfickinger.com
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dlcorey0@gmail.com
March 26, 2020 10:10 AM
May your memories bring you comfort. Icon of women. She will be missed.
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John Wright
March 24, 2020 9:21 AM
One of the finest people I've ever known, a second mother to me, kind, compassionate, and understanding, never heard a negative word from her. Always opened her home to us troublemakers...loved her dearly, she will be missed,
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Tina Barber
March 24, 2020 8:03 AM
Jeanne was a great person she will be missed i worked for her and enjoyed the stories she told me
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Jeanne E. Hawkins
August 23, 1918 ~ March 22, 2020 (age 101)
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Jeanne E. Fickler Hawkins, 101, of Coudersport, peacefully passed in her home on March 22, 2020.
She was born August 23, 1918 in Coudersport, daughter of J. Leon Fickler and Anna O’Donnell Fickler.
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