William H. Hawkins, age 90, passed away February 7, 2013, at The Plaza in The Buckingham Senior Living Facility on Woodway in Houston, TX. Mr. Hawkins "Hawk" was born in Barnesdale, OK but lived most of his life in Texas. He attended White Deer High School, Texas Tech University, and joined the Navy during WWII.
He died peacefully in his sleep leaving his wife, Clarice Hawkins, his daughter and her spouse, Sue H. Hewitt and Gary Hewitt and his son, Gary W. Hawkins and Cynthia Hawkins. Mr. Hawkins also leaves 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his brother, Robert Hawkins, and his Mother, Thelma Hawkins and Father, Ray Hawkins.
Mr. Hawkins was an avid golfer and enjoyed his time at Lakeside Country Club. Mr. Hawkins began his insurance career in Borger, TX and later moved to Houston. He was President of the Texas Insurance Agents Assoc. and owned his own insurance agency for many years before he retired. He will be greatly missed by his family due to his kind, gentle and generous spirit.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 10:00 AM in the Chapel at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77079.
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