Benjamin "Benny" Wesley Hawkins Obituary in Dalton at Willis Funeral Home

Obituary For Benjamin "Benny" Wesley Hawkins

MR. BENJAMIN “BENNY” WESLEY HAWKINS – Age 71, - Of Calhoun, Georgia passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2020. He was born on September 26, 1948 in the Curryville Community, Georgia to the late Albert Hawkins and Bessie Louise Printup Hawkins. He was preceded by his son Trayce Hawkins, former wife, Carolyn Hawkins, brother, Albert “Jimmy” Hawkins, and twin sister, Bettye Baugh. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church and a United States Army Veteran.

Survivors are his loving and devoted wife, Reta Curtis Hawkins of Calhoun, Georgia; sister, Martha Hawkins Shaw; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law; uncle, Hiram (Linda) Hawkins; special nieces and nephews, Wendy (Henry) Wise, Devi (Gerald) Prather, Chiquita Douglas, Rhonda (Steve) Russell; several great nieces, great nephews, cousins, other relatives; a very special friend, Velix Benjamin, and other friends.

Graveside Service and Interment will be held on Wednesday July 15, 2020 at 11:00 A. M. at the Georgia National Cemetery, 2025 Mount Carmel Church Lane, Canton, Georgia with Military Honors with Minister Lamar Curtis and Minister Wayne Curtis, officiating. His remains will lie in state at the funeral home on Tuesday after 12:00 noon until 8:00 P. M. Service will be recorded and uploaded to the Willis Funeral Home, Inc. Facebook account after the service. Arrangements entrusted Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia.

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May my condolences brings you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss.Gone too soon my friend.

Benny Hawkins was a kind gentleman and I remember him fondly as part of CHS graduating class of 1967. His smile and love of others will always be remembered. We shared home room together and was always kind to others. He has left a smile on my face as I remember his kind ways. The Peace of the Lord. Beth Haney Bennett

Reta, I remember when you first met Benny and we could all see the smiles that he brought to your face so many times. I know he was the love of your life and you will miss him greatly. Please remember to call upon your friends when you need support. I am always here for you dear friend. Sharon Rogers, Rome, GA

Reta, It was good to get to know you and Benny better over the last few years at our CHS luncheons. He will be missed. May God bless you. Julia Davis Stansell

We want to say, Thank you Benjamin "Benny" Hawkins for your selfless service in the military for The United States of America . Rita lifting you up in prayer. Asking Abba Father's arms surround you with His steadfast love for you. Mike and Holli Broadrick Stewards, Restoration Ranch, Inc., Dalton, GA.

Dear Reta and Family,
I send my deepest sympathy for your loss. You and Benny were such a delight at our Class of '67 luncheons. He will be missed. May God comfort you.
Love, Mary Ann

Praying for God's peace and comfort during this time. I will remember with fondness our times together at the Class of 67 luncheon. You and Benny were a special couple. May God bless you.

Praying for the Hawkins family at this time. Pastor Charles Catchings and the Liberty Baptist Church family.

Our prayers go out to you at this sad time. Patsy MacDade and family.

In your sorrow for your love one may it help to realize that others care about your loss and send you deepest sympathy. God is your strength Sonoraville Tabernacle Baptist Church Family

Reta you are in my thought and prayers. God is your strength.

Rita you are in my thoughts and prayers. God is your strength.

Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. Velina (Lynn} Weaver Cohutta, Ga

On behalf of Mountain Ridge Baptist Church Family, we are praying for you all and we love you all. Dr. Jerry D. Jones Sr., Pastor

So very sorry to hear of the passing of Benny. I knew Benny for many years, as his late wife Carolyn Cooper Hawkins and I were first cousins May God comfort and strengthen the family during this time of bereavement.
Pastor Melanie Prather & The New Covenant Deliverance Tabernacle 1406 Lida Street - Dalton,Ga

Dear Rita,
Willie and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. God bless those who mourn for they shall be comforted.Love You.
Annette and Willie