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Willis Alston Hawkins Obituary



Willis Alston Hawkins Obituary

The obituary from
Weekly Sumter Republic (Sumter County, Georgia) - March 30, 1883 and reads:



Death of Mr. W. A. Hawkins

This estimable old gentleman died in this city at the residence of his son Dr. S. B. Hawkins, on Monday afternoon, 26th inst., of old age. We do not know his exact age, but believe he as nearly ninety. He leave two children in this city - Dr. S.B. and Col. W.A. Hawkins - and a large number of grand and great-grandchildren. He was held in high esteem by every one, for his highly moral and pious life. A true Christian, he exemplified a Christian life in deep devotion and trust in God. His remains were interred in Oak Grove Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, and his immortal soul is enjoying the bright realities of the heavenly kingdom.