Robert Theodore Dawkins

DAWKINS, Robert T., 70, of Henrico, departed this life Wednesday, January 22, 2014. He was born in Whitmire, S.C., the only child of Woodrow and Naomi Dawkins. Bob was a police officer with the Port Authority of New York -New Jersey, retiring after 20 years of service. He leaves to cherish his memory a devoted wife of 45 years, Brenda M. Dawkins; two sons, Brian K. and Mack Horne (Pam); daughter, Robin N.; one mother-in-law, Bertha; eight grandchildren, Alexis, Briana, Catherine, Dorian, Tatiana, Alexander, Erick and Maxine; and a host of relatives and friends. He was an avid lover of crossword puzzles and the New York Yankees. Bob was a devoted caregiver to his greatest love, his wife. Bob will be remembered for his love of cooking and trying new recipes. His family and friends will remember him as a great man, wonderful father and grandfather. The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, January 26, 2014 at the Parham Chapel-Woody Funeral Home, and where services will be held Monday, January 27, 2014 at 12 noon. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park.