Evansville, IN – Russell Thomas Hawkins, 78, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville. He was born on March 7, 1945 in Cloverport, Kentucky to the late James, Sr. and Margaret (Corley) Hawkins.
Russell was a member of the Sportsman’s Club in Henderson, Kentucky. He was a believer in Christ and loved fishing, bowling, playing pool and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Mabel (Evans) Hawkins; his daughters, Shannon Bratcher (David) and Michelle Quirk (Jeff); his grandchildren, Fox, Evan, Mallory, Kacie, Lauren, Shelby and Josey; 9 great-grandchildren as well as his siblings Betty Brown and Paul Hawkins.
Russell is preceded in death by his brothers, Terry Hawkins and James Earl Hawkins, Jr.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the Vann Avenue Baptist Church, located at 2608 Vann Ave., Evansville, IN 47714 with a meal to follow.
Simple Cremation Evansville is entrusted with care.
Sharon & Jessie Parks says
Russell was a good friend and a great bowler. He will be missed greatly. He has a lot of friends.
Jennifer says
I love my uncle Russ so much he was and always will be a great man. May God take good care of him. My deepest condolences to my Dad and Aunt May, and the rest of the family.
Jo and Bill Ewin says
Mabel, so so sorry for your loss. This loss hits many people. Russell and you also have touched so many lives with Jesus surrounding you. Jesus will be with you through this time, lean on Him. With ❤️
Janet Magan Tucson AZ formerly from Dundee Kentucky says
Dearest Mabel, Shannon, David, Fox, Evan and families—-I am deeply sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. I only had the pleasure to see him a few times, but he was so friendly and had a happy personality. I remember when Bill and I met with everyone at a restaurant in Evansville—such a lot of laughs and blarney—ha. Know that I am thinking of you, sending hugs and remembering all in prayer. Much love and condolences 🙏
Jack & Elizabeth Hatcher says
Russell was a very dear friend, we spent a lot of time on the lanes together and shooting pool. I will miss him very much… Our deepest sympathies for your loss but heaven’s gain.
Darrel and Fay McCool says
Oh, how we will miss our bowling buddy. Hard to believe this sweet, positive little man that could BOWL with the best, won’t be with us. We’ve had so many good moments with this Godly man, and shared precious times. We could talk about anything(God, family, fishing and even politics).
Darrel and I love Russell and Mabel like family. He sure loved his Mabel!
Russell, know that you are a wonderful example of letting God’s light shine. You may not be with us in the physical, but always in our heart.
Ed and Sandy Waggoner says
Mabel we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please find comfort in knowing that God is control and that Russell is in the best care possible.
Lorita(Rita) Harmon says
Prayers for the family
william j.ohning, jr. says
Russell will be missed very much i enjoyed talking with him about bowling and fishing.
Jeff mooe says
Russell was the father I never had growing up, he taught me alot about fishing, bowling, cooking, and even Christ which we talked about on our fishing trips. I am sorry for your loss Mabel you two have been Very great friends to our family we are truly going to miss this man. If there’s anything you need Mabel we’re right here for you we love both of you so much. Our deepest thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Rose Mann says
Mabel, I will miss Russel so much! He was a wonderful man! I’m so happy to have met you both! Sending one of your special hugs!
Rose Mann
Sandford Zhang says
It has been a year since Russ left the earthly world for heaven. I am sure he is smiling at us now from above.
Russ was a blessing in our lives for 23 years. He was my American father, who loved all the people regardless of their origin and ethinicity.
Russ, I still feel your presence.
Love you
Sandford