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James C. Hawke, 59

November 21, 2021

James C. Hawke, age 59, of Lancaster,PA died Sunday November 21,2021 at Doylestown Hospital after a courageous battle with lung cancer. A native of Lancaster since age 1, Jim attended Manheim Township schools and was employed by H.M. Stauffer and Sons in Leola. Jim was a faithful, hardworking, quiet man who most enjoyed being outdoors working or tending to yard work. He was passionate about white water rafting and salt water fishing, having won a fishing tournament in 2014 held on the Indian River, Virginia. He is preceded in death by his parents, Doris M. (Duda) Hawke (2016) and George C. Hawke (2020). He is survived by his sister, Donna (Hawke) Angotti , his brother-in-law Peter D. Webster, his nieces, Alexa and Emma Angotti, his nephew Evan Angotti, and his loving cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Moravian Adult Daycare,227 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603.A service of remembrance will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, Lititz Pike location on Saturday December 4, 2021 with visitation from 10:00-11:00 followed by a service at 11:00. All vaccinated guests are welcome. Interment will be private at the Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery where Jim will rest with his parents.

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November 30, 2021

Many happy memories growing up with our cousins especially at granny and pappy’s. Love you Jimmy. Peace.
Joni and Bob 

November 29, 2021

In Manheim Township School I remember my SMILING friend Jim. We had a lot of laughs, back in the day! RIP James, I will see you on the other side buddy!!! Ken Stewart AKA STEWY.  Class of 1980.

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