Obituaries
Jeffrey L. Hawkins, 60
August 15, 2019
Jeffrey L. Hawkins, 60, of Lititz passed away unexpectedly Thursday, August 15, 2019. Born in Chambersburg, PA he was the son of the late Charles Edward Hawkins Sr. and Betty Claire Doyle Hawkins. He was the loving husband of Susan (Trout) Hawkins with whom he shared 19 years of marriage.
He was a graduate of Hempfield High School.
Jeff was a truck driver by trade working most recently for a local grain company.
He was a gentle, loving, hardworking husband, father, and friend. The kindest of men who would’ve given you, “the shirt off his back”. He mostly enjoyed spending time with his family, yearly beach trips, camping, fishing and hunting. Jeff also enjoyed baking for the family during the holidays.
He lived his life as a faithful believer and committed follower of Christ.
In addition to his wife Susan and step-father Donald Sechler, he is survived by his children, Charlene (Tim) Gonzalez, Nathan Hawkins, John T. Smithson, Sandra (Shawn Ansel), and Jerry J. (Marie) Lawlor. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and his siblings, Charles Hawkins (Tami), Dale Hawkins (Dawn), Freda Shelley (Dave), Ann Peterson (Jeff), Kenny “Hawkins” Burkholder (Mel), Mary Gott (Karl) and 80 nieces and nephews.
Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jeff’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements entrusted to Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. 717-560-5100
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Condolences to the Family
August 25, 2019
Dear Sue and family, I am shocked and deeply sad for Jeff’s passing. He was a gift, along with you Sue, to the Oregon UM Church. He was a gift to this world. Although I haven’t seen him recently, my memories are very clear about the kind, sweet man he was and a devoted husband to you Sue. He will be missed. I am so sorry. Sandy Baird
August 20, 2019
Dave & Lois Landis give our heartfelt sympathy to the Hawkins family, who worked for us on the dairy farm growing up with lots of great memories. Recently talked to Jeff at the Reiffs Farm Market, where we spend some time helping them since we now live on Newport Road after moving off the farm on Colebrook Road in 2013. May God be near to each one, as He gives us grace and mercy felt by His Comfort and strength to go on….reaching others to bring to His Kingdom. With our Love and care.
Lois M Landis
August 20, 2019
Uncle Jeff was the greatest Baker I knew . I always would find Uncle Jeff at family events that I was able to go to and ask him what he baked. His was the best and when him Charlene Nate and Kelly came out to the farm he cooked it was good
Jessica Robertson
August 20, 2019
So sorry for your loss. He was the sweetest, kindest and gentlest man I have ever met and he will be greatly missed.
Robin (Nies) Putt
