John Raymond Hawkins, 72, a proud native of Spartanburg, SC was born on January 18, 1952. He was the fourth child of five siblings born to Rev. Hugh Hawkins and Carrie Dunbar Hawkins.
He was a graduate of Foster's Grove High School, Class of 1969.
Mr. Hawkins was a member of Holden Chapel Baptist Church where he served as a door keeper for the Kingdom of God. He never met a stranger, he loved talking and meeting people.
John was a member of Antique Car Clubs.
He was employed at Hoechst Celanese for over forty years.
Mr. Hawkins loved sports.
Left to cherish fonda and loving memories are: his devoted wife of forty-seven years, Azziemena Dawkins Hawkins; his son, Brandon Rashad Hawkins; his brothers, Ceve (Doris) Hawkins of Indiana and Clarence (Judy) Hawkins of Spartanburg, SC; a special nephew, Cleve "Tony" Hawkins reared in the home; his six sisters-in-law, Icalee Mathis, Myrtle Duncan, Gwen Dawkins, Mary Dawkins, Judy Dawkins and Doris Hawkins; his dear friends, Bobby Smith and Roger Lyles; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Lynn Knighter and Diane Cheatham.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Holdens Chapel Missionary Church, 2260 Old Furnace Rd, Spartanburg, SC. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC.
I grew up with the Hawkins family. We shared a love for cars. I would often see Bum with his beloved Ford Torino. His smile will be missed. Roy Smith Sr and family
Rip brother, see u on the other side. Amen! Mr. James B Browning
God knows best,Bum was a guy could get along with everyone.I worked with him for years, always had a smile on his face.May our lord of all God, welcome you to his home,in Jesus name I pray Amen!
Condolence to the Hawkins Faimily. My prayers, memories and friendship extends from High school to church worship. Bobbie Joyce Crook Tate
To The Hawkins Family, My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. May Bum always be in your thoughts and prayers. Bum was a very good friend to my brother (J.B.) and a good friend to me too. I'm sure you will miss him very much and may his soul be bound in the bond of life eternal. Prayers and condolences for his family. Dorothea Jones ππΌππΌππΌποΈποΈποΈ..............
Sending my heartfelt prayers and condolences to the family of John Hawkins.May God's abounding love bring comfort to each member of this family.
The Waring-Sorrell Family
My condolences to the Hawkins Family. Ms. Dorothy Gibson and Family.
My prayers are with you all doing this time rip cuz Mattie Massey Cohen
Sorry to hear the passing of BOMB Hawkins. My condolences and prayers goes out to the Hawkins family- Roy Lyles
Our sincere condolences to the Hawkins family. Deacon Williams Family
Our Sincere Condolences And Prayers To The Hawkins Family. Matthew 5:4. Rev.Dr.Timothy &Sharon Mills.
WE WOULD LIKE TO GIVE OURS CONDOLENCES TO THE HAWKINS FAMILY! I TALK W/ JOHN RAYMOND ABOUT A MONTH AND HALF AGO AT TRACTOR SUPPLY!! I KW. HE IS IN HEAVEN LOOKING DOWN! WITH A SMILE!! THANK GOD FOR HIM!! RIP!! THE WILLIAMS FAMILY!!
Sweet, kind, and loving Uncle Bum we will miss you. Prayers go out to Aunt Mena and Brandon. Remember if God brought you to it he will bring you thru it. Prayers and love. Reginald & Helen Wilburn
Prayers ππ€²π and condolences to the Hawkins family. John was a kind and friendly person, always greeted you with a smile. He will be missed. The Woodruff, Vernon and Austin family's
John Hawkins was quiet man and did his job as a door keeper. He will be missed.ππΎ From door keeper Mary G. Rogers
Sending Love And Prayers To My Brother In Law's Wife And Son Asking God To Watch Over Them John Raymond Was A Kind And Loving Person Who Truly Cared For Others RIH ππ½β€οΈππ½β€οΈ
I was so sorry that I didn't get to see John Raymond Hawkins, (Bum) , before he passed ! John was a gentle giant just as kind as he could be !He never said, ("A bad word to me in all the years I was in the family!") I will miss you Bum ! Your family have my condolences ! Our second child was named after his Uncle John ! Jessica Jefferson Hawkins
I was so sorry that I didn't get to see John Raymond Hawkins, (Bum) , before he passed ! John was a gentle giant just as kind as he could be !He never said, ("A bad word to me in all the years I was in the family!") I will miss you Bum ! Your family have my condolences ! Our second child was named after his Uncle John ! Jessica Jefferson Hawkins
Condolences to the Hawkins family. I grew up with John on the Line .such a great guy.He will be missed.But God makes no mistakes. Diane TeamerTate
Our sincere condolences & prayers to the Hawkins family. Tinsley & Means familyππ
Condolences to the family, Hughes, Brannon and Wallace family (Bondale)
Our condolences to the Hawkins Family. May God comfort you during your loss. Elex & Debra Copeland
I am saddened to hear of the passing of a former friend and co-worker. Hawk was a great worker and always dependable. I know that he will be missed by his family and friends. D. Martin
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