August 17, 2023
Charles Edward Hawkins, Jr., “Ed,” age 56, of Roanoke, died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Roanoke Carilion Hospital, following a three-year battle with cancer.
Ed was born October 5, 1966, in Rockingham, NC, and was preceded in death by his father, the late Charles Edward Hawkins, Sr.
For over 37 years, Ed was a project manager for Creative Nursery and Landscapes. Ed graduated from Virginia Tech with a degree in Building Construction.
Surviving are his mother, Diana Cockman Hawkins of Roanoke; a sister, Heather Hawkins Terrell and her husband Kevin of Covington; and a niece, Daley LeGrand Terrell of Morgantown, WV.
Ed and Heather grew up in Parklin Heights, a neighborhood in Covington where children played outside all day long and made lifelong friends. Ed either played or followed sports his entire life. He was a member of the 1984 Covington High School Group A State Championship football team and enjoyed mountain climbing, bowling, and bass fishing. Fall was for tailgating, playing corn hole, and cheering on the Hokies with his friends. Ed was a devoted son and the best brother a sister could have. Ed had a huge circle of friends whom he cared deeply about. He loved spending time with friends and family–eating, socializing, and having good conversations.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the chapel of Arritt Funeral Home with the Rev. Lisa Marshall officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Ed Hawkins Virginia Tech Scholarship. Checks must be made payable to Alleghany High School. For more information, contact the AHS Counseling Office.
Arritt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Friends wishing to send tributes online may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com
Visitation
Arritt Funeral Home, South Highland Avenue, Covington, VA, USA
Service
August 26, 2023 at 10:00:00 PM
Arritt Funeral Home, South Highland Avenue, Covington, VA, USA
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Kathy and Robert McCoy
Sep 22, 2023
So sorry to hear of Gene’s passing.
We wish you good memories, peace, and comfort now and always!
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Ryan Summers
Sep 21, 2023
I knew Evan through the EB community as we both suffer from this disease. I used to love playing Fortnite with him especially because he was so good at it. It was amazing to know him, and I am going to miss those times. He touched my whole family even though we live far away in Massachusetts. We are all thinking of your family in this hard time.
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The Randozzo Family
Sep 21, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss prayers for comfort as you go through the hard time.
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Kimm Robertson
Sep 21, 2023
Watching this young man over the years be so courageous. He loved his Momma and sisters so much. Thank you for sharing Evans Journey with us. I will continue prayers for your family. I know in my heart that Even is running around heaven enjoying having no pain. God Bless you all.
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Elizabeth Gardner
Sep 21, 2023
I will never forget you Evan Michael Groves. Caring for you was a pleasure and I will forever be changed for the better by knowing you. Your courage and goodness are a rare gift that an Sending love and comfort to your precious family.
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Virginia Doyle
Sep 21, 2023
May God continue bless you all 🙏🙏🙏🙏
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C&O Historical Society
Sep 21, 2023
Very sorry to hear of Evan's passing. We remember his visit to the Heritage Center in July of 2022 and his love of trains. Our thoughts and prayers are with Evan's family.
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Kimberly R Andrews
Sep 20, 2023
As I watched this young man grow from a toddler when you guys moved in beside me, I was simply amazed at the heart and can do in him. I loved seeing him enjoy everyday adventures that most children take for granted, swinging on a swing, playing in the snow, play with his trucks in the gravel and sliding on waterslide between our houses. It is not going to be the same on the drive without him. Many prayers and much love to you and the girls.
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Yvonne Harvey
Sep 20, 2023
Christina, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I feel like you have been my family since I have kept up with Evans journey. You have been the best mom.I wondered how you did it all.Thank you for allowing us to be apart of Evans life.I sure am gonna miss him. He is riding his train and we know he is happy.
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Heather Mann
Sep 20, 2023
Many thoughts are with you Christina and his sisters. I know your hearts are so heavy right now but we know dear Evan is free of the horrific pain he lived with all his life. He was such a strong boy and I know his tired little body is now at peace. God be with you all and comfort you during this difficult time. He was so special to so many people.
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Kay & Eddie Long
Sep 19, 2023
Dad (Leonard) and (Mom) Phoebe with us four children (Carol, Kay, Wilson and Barbara lived beside (Uncle Abe and His wife Trudy, with their four children John, Alvin, Lorraine, and Gradey. Many years we all had the best fun and wonderful memories of wonderful country living and mountain air. My best memories of Uncle Abe “ was come Spring to plow the garden. As a young girl, I always wondered how the heck did he keep that big work horse from running off with him when, plowing the garden. That big work horse practically ran with him. Uncle Abe had the most wonderful garden each summer and took great care to tend to the garden and always shared with us. I will always remember Uncle Abe stood by our Family when ( Dad) Leonard passed. We were very grateful for that. Uncle Abe, now there is a (Bountiful Garden) in Heaven that is waiting for you and all those passed before you. Uncle Abe your hard work here on earth is done. You have been a Wonderful Servant unto our Lord. May you Rest In Peace. You will be missed. Kay & Eddie Long.
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Addie Holesapple
Sep 19, 2023
Sending so much love to Christina, Chyanne, Hannah, and the entire family! 💗 Evan was such a sweet, special soul and will be forever remembered. Praying for peace and comfort both now and in the days and years to come.