Roger Grant Hawkins

Unexpectedly at his residence on July 11, 2017, Roger Grant Hawkins, husband of Pamla Annette (Harris) Hawkins of Pennfield NB. Born in Blacks Harbour NB on March 15, 1951, he was a son of the late Arthur and Lois (Justason) Hawkins. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, in addition to his wife Pam, he is survived by his children: Jen (Steve) Campbell of Pennfield NB, R.J. Hawkins (Maria Young) of Fort McMurray AB and Sara Hawkins of Saint John NB; three grandchildren: D.J., Julia and Grant; one great-granddaughter: Ally; one brother: Beecher (Joyce) Hawkins of Pennfield; one sister: Karen Hawkins (Ellis Jagoe) of Fredericton NB; two aunts: Marion Wadlin of Pennfield NB and Vera Gostnell of Michigan; brothers and sisters in law: Randy (Debbie), Tony (Sari), Eugene (Gale), Philip Lee (late Connie (Harris)), Noreen (Frank) McGarrigle and Tammy Harris (late Dean Harris) chosen son: Kevin Richard; chosen daughters: Dionne Comeau and Tammy Wilcox-Doiron; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, Roger was predeceased by one sister: Charlotte Elizabeth; father and mother in law: Rodney and Olga Harris; sister-in-law: Connie Lee; brother-in-law: Dean Harris; and his beloved canine companion: Brute.

Prior to his retirement, Roger worked for Connor's Brothers Limited as an Industrial Mechanic for 40 years. He was one of the original members of the Pennfield Volunteer Fire Department where he held the office of Deputy Chief. Other than his day job, for many years Roger could be found in the Blueberry and Potato fields for the Hawkins family business. He also enjoyed wood and metal working and was an avid drag racing fan who rarely missed a race at the Pennfield International Drag Strip. Roger knew his way around a kitchen and he was known for his sweets and fish and chips, his fries were second to none. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him and all the critters that loved him as well; Kia "Critter", Pretty Girl and Willow.

Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home (755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. Resting at the St. George Funeral Home Chapel on Friday from 5-9 pm. The service will be held from the Pennfield Baptist Church, Pennfield NB on Saturday at 2:00 pm with Rev. Reg Ward officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Roger's memory to Charlotte County Cancer or to a charity of the donor's choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.