Brian was born November 16, 1948 in Waco, Texas to Julius Bill Hawkins Sr. and Vanita Hawkins. He is survived by his wife Linda Hawkins. He is also survived by his son Colonel Brad Hawkins and wife Jennifer of Gulf Breeze, Florida. His three grandchildren Second Lieutenant Michael Hawkins, Megan Hawkins, and Cadet Matthew Hawkins. He is also survived by his brother Robert Hawkins of Waco, sister Barbara Woodruff of Waco, and brother Benny Hawkins of Austin. He was proceeded in death by his parents Julius Bill Hawkins, Sr. and Vanita Hawkins and two brothers Julius Bill Hawkins, Jr. and Boyd Hawkins.
Brian received his early education in Waco, Texas where he graduated from LaVega High School in 1967. He attended McClennan Community College in Waco, San Jacinto Junior College and the University of Texas in Austin and received his doctorate from Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena, Texas in 1975.
Brian was in solo practice in the Houston Heights for 42 years. Brian treated many patients during his 42 years in practice. He loved his patients and felt that he was called by God to this profession.
Brian proudly served in the U.S. Army and Army National Guard as an airborne medic. He served in the 143rd Infantry, 36th Division, 71st Brigade.
He was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, a descendant of a pioneer Texas family, and the American Legion.
Brian served as a member of the Texas Chiropractic College Alumni Association and the Board of Regents at Texas Chiropractic College where he was later designated as Regent Emeritus.
One of his true loves was competition barbeque contests where he won many awards and honors. He competed around the country where he met and made many friends.
The family would like to thank Dr. Ronjay Rakkhit and his caring staff for all their kindness and love thru this past year.
A visitation will be held at Heights Funeral Home in Houston, Texas on Sunday November 18, 2018 from 3PM-5PM. Graveside service will be held at Rosemound Cemetery in Waco, Texas on Monday November 19, 2018 at 11AM with reverend R. Duane Hoxworth of Waco officiating. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Texas Chiropractic College in his name.
Pall Bearers will be Bryan W. Hawkins, Robbie Hawkins, Christopher Hawkins, Charles Kloesel, Melvin Mlcak, Roger Stephens, Michael Stephens, Glen Stephens, and William Swanks. Honorary Pall Bearers will be Rene Ryan and Bronco Harrison and the Texas Chiropractic College Board of Regents.
