WALTER D. “POPS” HAWKINS, SR.

February 22, 1935 – July 17, 2013

Walter David “Pops” Hawkins, Sr., Age 78, of 100 Dove Lane, Williamston, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Jackson, MS, he was the son of the late Leo Hawkins and the late Leona White Hawkins. For over 60 years he was the loving and devoted husband of Mary E. Thorne Hawkins of the residence. 

Mr. Hawkins was a carpenter by vocation, but he enjoyed being outdoors working in his yard and vegetable gardens.  Serving others was one of his passions in life.  “Pops” proudly served his country in the US Army.  He was of the Baptist Faith. 

In addition to his wife, Mary, he is survived by 3 sons, Robert Anthony “Tony” Hawkins of Ware Place, Richard Wayne Hawkins and wife, Connie, of Belton, and Timothy Mark Hawkins and wife, Tracie, of Williamston; 2daughters, Sherry Lynn Greer and husband, Matt, of Donalds, SC, and Carla Marie Massingale and husband, James, of Williamston;  also surviving are 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren as well as a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Hawkins was preceded in death by 2 sons, Walter David Hawkins, Jr., and Roger D. Crider. Being the last surviving member of his immediate family he was preceded in death by all of his brothers and sisters. 

The funeral service to honor and celebrate the life of Walter D. Hawkins, Sr. will be held on Monday, July 22, 2013, at 2 PM at the Chapel of the McDougald Funeral Home, with Rev. Carroll Plemmons officiating.  Interment will follow at M. J. “Dolly” Cooper Veteran’s Cemetery.  The family will be at the residence and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Sunday, July 21, 2013, from 6 PM until 8 PM.

The family suggests that contributions in memory of “Pops” may be made to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com.