Robert Lee “Bob” Hawkins, 85, passed away Sunday December 6, 2015 at Hosparus Inpatient Care Center.
He was born in Pierre, South Dakota to Wilbur & Bessie (Cain) Hawkins.
He was a retired Truck Driver for Toyota, Kentucky Lumber, and Huttig Sash & Door, with over 60 years driving experience.
Bob was a longtime member of Beechland Baptist Church, a Kentucky Colonel and an avid Kentucky Wildcat Fan.
He was preceded in death by his Parents and his siblings.
Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Hazel J. (Salsman) Hawkins; his children: Peggy Henderson (Andy), Sarah Smith (Gary), and Greg Hawkins (Carrie);
three grandchildren: Kathryn Heim (Peter), Amy Riley (Brandon) and Drew Henderson (Brittany).
Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon Thursday at Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Hwy., with burial in Louisville Memorial Gardens West.
Visitation will be Wednesday 2 – 8 PM and Thursday 10 – 12 PM.
Expressions of sympathy to: Alzheimer’s Association and his Church.