Dorothy Ellen Hawkins Obituary
The passing of Dorothy Ellen Hawkins (Belleville, Illinois) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 3, 2025 at the age of 90. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dorothy Ellen Hawkins to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Erkman and Bernice Erkman; her sister Susan O'Brien; and her husband James "Jim" Hawkins. She is survived by: her children, James A. Hawkins, Sr. (Diane) of St. Jacob, IL, Richard P. Hawkins, Sr. (Jayma) of Shiloh, IL and Susan L. Kistenmacher (Bob) of Alton, IL; her grandchildren, James "Jimmie" Hawkins (Kelli), Jennifer Baugh (Derek), Richard "Rich" Hawkins (Sonali Patel), Andrew Hawkins (Kelly), Lauren Thorstad (Shawn) and Lindsay Kistenmacher (Tyler Gilleland); her great grandchildren, Mason, Tanner, Sydney, Hudson, Chase, Hailey and Jocelyn; and her brother Edward "Skip" Erkman, Jr. (Cheryl).
Visitation was held on Wednesday, July 9th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Valhalla Gaerdner Holten Funeral Home (3412 Frank Scott Pkwy W, Belleville, IL 62223). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, July 9th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to Grace Church, 5151 N Illinois St, Fairview Heights, IL 62208.
