George E. Hawkins

George Edward Hawkins Sr. | Life Story George Edward Hawkins Sr., son of the late Landres Hawkins and Rebecca Joyner, was born on September 11, 1946, in Roanoke Rapids, NC. He later relocated to Philadelphia, PA, then retired to Bear, DE. He completed his high school education and graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School in Philadelphia PA, in 1964. After graduating, he enlisted in the United States Navy. George received several commendations: Vietnam Service Medal with Bronze Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device, National Defense Service Medal, and Navy Unit Commendation for service with the Naval Support Activity - Saigon. After his dedicated service in the Navy, he received his Honorable Discharge from the United States Navy in 1971. He then attended and graduated from J.F. Kennedy Vocational School, as an automatic Screw Machinist. He worked for over 30 years receiving outstanding performance certificates and awards throughout his tenure until he retired. George married the late Hettie Joanne Best-Hawkins who preceded him in death. And from this union, George and Joanne were blessed with two sons. Tony Hawkins and George E. Hawkins, Jr. Their sons blessed them with four grandchildren: Tony – two granddaughters, Jasmine Hawkins and Jenna Hawkins. George Jr. – two grandsons, Taheer Lamont Hawkins and George Edward Hawkins, III. George Sr. then united in holy matrimony, until his transition, to Kimalee T. Channel-Hawkins. In this union, he was gifted with another son, Kenneth James Hawkins, who married Amanda Hope Hawkins, which gave George and Kimalee the grandson, Isaiah Francis Hawkins. George Sr. was one of six children. Proceeding him in death: Mary Hawkins-Knight, Alice T. Hawkins, Diane B. Hawkins-Soloman and Jerry W. Hawkins. His only surviving brother, Walter L. Hawkins. As the oldest son, George Sr., learned early what it meant to provide for his family, an important characteristic which he instilled in his sons. They all have testified that their father was a good man and taught them the importance of being a provider and protector for their family. George Sr. was raised in the church, and he believed in the Lord Jesus Christ. He accepted the journey which the Lord chose for his life. And he accepted it with grace, never complaining, doing what the Lord gave him strength and knowledge to do. George Sr. enjoyed the simple things in life and was satisfied with them. But he always put value in having a reliable means of transportation. He valued this, so he could always provide for his family. He loved good, meaningful music and enjoyed watching western movies. Those who knew him well can say he didn’t say a lot of unnecessary things, but he did speak his mind when needed and stated what needed to be said. He was dearly loved, respected and will truly be missed. George Sr. is survived by his beloved wife, Kimalee T. Channel-Hawkins, his brother, Walter L. Hawkins and three sons: Tony Hawkins, George Edward Hawkins, Jr. and Kenneth James Hawkins with his daughter-in-law, Amanda Hope Hawkins. Five grandchildren - Jasmine Hawkins, Jenna Hawkins, Taheer Lamont Hawkins, George Edward Hawkins III and Isaiah Francis Hawkins, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family who will greatly miss him. George Sr. transitioned to his Heavenly Home on October 26, 2025, surrounded by his faithful wife, Kimalee, family, and friends. Rest well my Love …

George E. Hawkins

September 11, 1946 - October 26, 2025