Bonnie Lou Hawk, 71, of Parkesburg, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved wife of John R. Hawk, Sr., with whom she shared 42 years of marriage.
Born in Coatesville, Bonnie was the daughter of the late Harry and Janice (Gillespie) Lawrence. She was a 1959 graduate of the Octorara Area High School. Bonnie was employed by the United States Postal Service for over 30 years, retiring two months ago.
She is survived, in addition to her husband, by her two children: Jonelle Gote, wife of Matt, of Quarryville and John R. Hawk, Jr., fiancee of Lori Hitchens, of Parkesburg; seven grandchildren; and her siblings, Anita Lawrence of Parkesburg, Janine Caldwell of Gap and Kevin Lawrence of Parkesburg. Predeceased by a brother Brian Lawrence.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 1st, 2013 at 11 AM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, followed by interment in the Atglen Presbyterian Cemetery. The viewing will be from 10 until 11 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bonnie's memory to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Condolences
Janie & all the families, We
Janie & all the families,
We are very sorry for your loss. We'll continue to keep all of you in our prayers.
Thinking of you & sending hugs.
Love,
Cliff & Debbie
Family of Bonnie Hawk
Jim worked with Bonnie for many years at the post office. He would often come home and tell us funny Bonnie stories. It is heartbreaking that Bonnie retired in December and was not able to enjoy her retirement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
memories of a dear friend
I would like to express my sincere sympathy to the family of Bonnie Lou Hawk. She was a dear friend of mine for over six decades. I am feeling much sadness at this time but I have so many great memories with Bonnie from first grade to the present time. May God bless you, Lou.
To the Lawrence and Hawk families
I am very sorry for your loss. Having grown up on 2nd Avenue, I remember Bonnie well. Such a sense of humor! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our sympathies to the family
We are so sorry to hear of Bonnie's passing. She was such a sweet, funny lady& a wonderful mail lady.She will be missed. You are in our thoughts & prayers. May she rest in peace.
Sincere sympathy to each
Sincere sympathy to each member of Bonnie's family. She will be sorely missed by the community.
Lawrence-Hawk families
I sincerely extend my deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Lawrence-Hawk famlies. I was extremely saddened to hear that Bonnie Lou had left us. We attended Parkesburg area schools together from first grade through twelve. She will surely be missed. And may God bless the Lawrence-Hawk famlies.
To all of Bonnie's
To all of Bonnie's family......We are very sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. We will miss our chats with her. May she rest in peace. Sam and Mildred Smith
To Bonnie's Family and Friends:
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Bonnie. We both started at Parkesburg P.O. together over 30 years ago. We went through a lot together over the years, and had a lot of good laughs. Bonnie was such a giving person,with a resilient and strong spirit, the best hearty laugh, and made the most delicious rice pudding.I will always remember you with love, Bonnie-doone.
God bless you!
I worked with Bonnie at
I worked with Bonnie at Parkesburg Post Office, she was a very good friend, she would do anything for anybody. She will be missed by alot of people myself included. I'll miss our long talks.
My heart goes out to her family.
Bonnie Lou Hawk
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to the family. We have been neighbors for the last 30 years. We will keep the family in prayer. May the Lord comfort you at this time.
Just read this about Bonnie.
Just read this about Bonnie. She was our home and business (Wayne Abel Repairs) mail carrier but she became our friend.Bonnie would go out of her way to help if she could. " Hard Rock" and the rest of the family will be kept in my prayers.