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Obituary For Charles Dawkins

Spartanburg, SC: Charles “Thicky” Dawkins passed on June 4, 2023.

A Celebration of the Life of Charles W. "Thicky" Dawkins will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at Silver Hill United Methodist Church, 778 John B. White Boulevard, Spartanburg, SC. Rev. Dr. Sheila Elliott Hodge will officiate. Interment will be in the Heritage Memorial Gardens, 3901 S. Church St., Roebuck, SC.

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Missed by many. Peace and grace to the family of Charles.

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My sincere condolences goes to the Dawkins families, Mr Charles,Thicky,Dawkins is known and loved by many people so may the Lord our God bless each heart with love,joy and peace . James C Keenan

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My sincere condolences to you all during this time of grief. May God continue to strengthen you all in the days to come.

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My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one, "Uncle Thicky." May God continue to strengthen you all!

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Condolences to the family. James A. Maybin

- James A Maybin

We share the loss of Charles THICKEY Dawkins, my great friend and loving classmate. He was always full of humor and kindness. One day, our senior class became a little rowdy. Charles headed to the front of the class and started some kind of comedy routine. All of a sudden, he bellowed out "I MY!" The class burst out in laughter. Never heard that before. Miss Cooper had a time getting class back in order when she returned. Well, over 60 years have passed and the question remains: What did he mean by "I MY!"? Well, one of these days, when we all are walking the Milky Highway, somebody, somebody, please ask Charles what was the meaning. May the Lord continue to bless the Dawkins family, friends, neighbors, classmates, and all of God's children. Traveling alone, as we all must do. We ask the Lord to provide comfort and protect Charles as Charles heads to his home of eternal peace and rest. James Allen Maybin B.E. Mays High School Pacolet Mills, SC Class 1960 MSgt, USAF Retired

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We are truly sorry for the loss of a Great Father, Loving Husband and Caring Friend. We love you and always here for you all. Love, Brandon, Jackie, Charli and Kyle

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Robin and Genova we are truly sorry for u'll loss Ours through and prayers are with u'll and the family LOVE U'LL ALWAYS. DOT AND HOPE SMITH

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To Aunt Genovia and Robin from Betty.I will always remember the good times of my life I celebrated there at the HOME HOUSE with you and Uncle THICKY. It was always family full of fun.Uncle THICKY on the grill cooking and a 🎤 singing in summer time entertaining the family.Christmas time I always enjoyed celebrating 🥳 and looking forward to coming home 🏡.Music playing,kitchen full Aunts and cousins,uncles.All with happy 😃 laughter,food smelling good.I know Uncle THICKY is still singing to all of us to remember him and all the wonderful good time we had with him.My FAMILY there is always been a great 😊 happy part of my life,always on my heart ❤️.GOD BLESS YOU AUNT GENOVIA,ROBIN AND THE FAMILY MEMBERS LOVE 💗 YOU ALL. Betty ,Sandra,Larry Jessica Anthony Davis

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My condolences to you and your family 🙏 from Twanda Smith and Delores Johnson

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"My most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Dawkins family. I met Thicky in the mid 70's in Columbia, S.C. as he managed a men's clothing store called "CHANGE ON YOU" on Main street Columbia. I worked and modeled for "FASHIONS UNLIMITED", which was next door and the first black owned clothing store on Main street. Thicky's walk would capture everybody's attention, walked with a lot of class and confidence(knowing he was sharp). A great man that always held your attention when he spoke. Gonna miss this dude. However, the angels above awaits his arrival, with him sanging away as he stroll and "walk around Heaven". i pray GOD'S strength upon Ms. Dawkins, Robin and the entire family....know this: "GOD IS PLEASED"!

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To the Dawkins family Robin may you and your Mother find comfort in his passing. I had the privilege to know'THICKEY' because of the Gibson clans he was always smiling and joking. May he RIP and GOD KEEP HIM. Dennis Gibson

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To the Dawkins Family, I offer my deepest condolences to you all during this time of bereavement. I will always cherish the memories of growing up in Cowpens and hearing his mustang coming and going. He was a sweet man and an awesome singer. Praying for you all. Love, Phyllis, Kenneth, Michael, Matthew and Deion

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My condolences to the Dawkins family. Robin I am so sorry. Thicky was my friend. Very funny and talented man. He will greatly be missed.

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My condolences to your family during this time of loss. Love and prayers Ella, Jennifer and Kennedy Spears

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Our condolences to the Dawkins Family! Love you all . The Brockman Family (Sarah, Beverly, Dee, Zena, Tasha, Marcia, Tavaras, Kelvia)

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To The Dawkins Family; My Condolences & Prayers To Each of You. Linda Logan Askari

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Steadman & Family, We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending you healing, light, and love! We love you! Love, Brandon, Mia, Britney, Tisha, A'Deana, Vanessa

- Allison Hogan

My sincere condolences to the family of Thicky. We were a family at MEAD, and I appreciated the 3 years I was able to be a part of that family. Rest on dear friend. Tracie Rice

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Robin May God's peace and comfort cover you and your family. Sending love, prayers, and deepest condolences. Portia

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So sorry to the whole family Love you Genovia Love, Bill & Linda Harris

- Linda Harris

To the Dawkins family,Genovia and Robin. Condolences to all . Praying God's strength to each and everyone.God bless. Danny, Theresa Miller and family.

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Prayers going up for your family

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Robin I'm sorry for the lost of your father prayers going up

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Robin I'm so sorry for the lost of your father sending my condolences

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Robin I'm sorry for the lost of your father may GOD be with you and your family

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Rest in Paradise...Praying For Your Family...Sending Healing. TWEETY Mullins an Ricky Nash

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THICKIE WAS A FRIEND OF MY CHILDHOOD WHILE I WAS GROWING UP IN COWPENS. WE USED TO PLAY BASKETBALL AT WAYNE GRIGGS' HOUSE IN THE BACKYARD VERY OFTEN ALONG WITH JOE AND BOBBY. MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES ABOUND. HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY. JOE CASH

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I'm going to miss uncle Thicky Robin use to bring him out to my parents house to see them. My prayers are with my aunt Genova and Robin and Dawkins family. MY THE Holy Spirit comfort you and give you peace. Love Vanessa

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Robin I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I will keep you, your mother and the family in my prayers. Robin Shippy

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Robin, I'm so sorry for your loss my dear. I'm sure he and Rudolph are singing together again. They're probably leading the congregation!

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Sorry for your loss,Robin may your father rest in peace,love you

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My deepest condolences to the family. May God give you peace during this time. Sincerely Sherry Young & Family

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My condolences to the Dawkins family. Honoring a life well lived by my friend Thickey/Hook Dawkins. The last of the "Mighty Yakitie Yaks." Doug Martin

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Genova and Robin, you are in my prayers. I feel that we are like family. Thickey will be missed, he was such a fun loving person and l loved to her him sing. Much love to you.

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To The Family, Thickey sang for a time with our Gospel Team (The Spiritual Soul Children) and was a powerful addition also a true worshiper. He loved our opening song 🎵 Don't Put Off Today For Tomorrow. I am proud to say he truly lived his life day by day and allowed God to take care of His Tomorrows. Live on Thickey with The Lord. Louise "Maybin" Williams and the Entire Maybin Family

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Robin and Mrs. Genova I want to send my deepest sympathy Mr. Charles was a great man, singer, and funny person I will truly miss him, he is always in our hearts. Love,Toni

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My deepest condolences to the family. May God give you peace during this time.

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Robin mere words can not express what's in my heart. My deepest condolences goes out to you, your Mom and the entire Dawkins family. Dad did what he loved and that was sing. And I thank God that He allowed him to sing when his physical body couldn't do other things. God gave him a gift that will always be cherish. Rest in Heavenly Peace Dad (Thicky). I pray 🙏🏾 that the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will rest on you, comfort you and give you the strength that you need at this difficult time. I love you! 💜 Praying for you! 🙏🏾 Your Sis, Marilyn Wells

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To the Dawkins family I extend my deepest condolences in loss your husband, father and siblings.

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Our hearts ache right now. While we know "Thicky" is at peace, he will definitely be missed. I grew up living next to y'all all of my life and he definitely served as another father to me and Reggie. When our son would come and visit, you would stand in the backyard with him so that he could watch the trains pass by. We love you but God loves you best❤️❤️ Love, Dr. Marrissa "Shan" Clark Walker & Family

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Robin, please accept my sincerest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your dad. You all will be in my thoughts. May the fond memories of life with your daddy bring you peace and comfort during the days to come. Valencia Bolden

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To the Dawkins family,Genova and Robin I'm so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Jan,Joe and Carolyn I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother! Thickie was a very kind and generous person, always trying to help others. May the God who gives peace and comfort, comfort you in this saddest of times, and may you find comfort in his wonderful hope of the resurrection.(Acts 24:15). D Halyard

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To The Family: MAY GOD COMFORT YOU: May it be a source of inner strength to know that there's a loving God watching over you and that, throughout this time of need, He'll stay close by your side. Agnes Jones and Family

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Robin I'm sorry to hear about the lost of your father such a nice person may God s Blessing be with you and your family during this time Carla

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Uncle, Boy, this hit me like a TON of bricks.... I'm missing you Uncle Thicky. I'm going to miss you talking about me stealing your Mustang (age 15). You were a caring and fun person. I had the pleasure of growing up knowing you and we (cousins) calling you Uncle Thicky, because you were truly a great husband to our Aunt Genovia. You fought a good fight but the battle is won. Rest in peace and we love you always ❤️🙏🏼🕊️🕊️🌹

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Sending Condolences and Prayers to Genovia, Robin and the entire Dawkins family, may my friend and classmate rest in Heavenly Peace. Martha Talley, Classmate of 1960

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To the Davis and Dawkins family I offered my condolences 💐 for the lost of your love one. I use to work with a brother Joe at International Wire. Mary Gilliam Rogers 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

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My deepest condolences is extended to the entire Dawkins family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely Carolyn Ragin

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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