Eris Washington Hawkins

She was born on November 11, 1923 in Rockingham County and was the daughter of the late Olden and Frances Blakey Washington.

Eris graduated from Lucy Simms School and was a life member of the First Baptist Church in Harrisonburg. She had been employed by Merck, Woolworth’s, Augusta County School System and Dairy Queen before retiring.

She was the last survivor of 11 children; she is survived by nieces, Shelia Banks (Carlton), Kaye Washington and Tia Banks; nephews, Keith Washington (Peggy), Justin Banks (Dana) and Halston Camp; also surviving are a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Lindsey Funeral Home with Judge Anthony W. Bailey, Deacon of First Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

The family will receive guests at the home of Shelia Banks at any time.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyharrisonburg.com.