Joshua Dean Hawkins, 38, passed away Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017, at his home in Licking.
He was born Aug. 23, 1979, in Decatur, Ill., son of James and Rhonda Hawkins.
He graduated a high school program at the San Marcus, Texas Job Corps. He attended college at Ozarks Technical College in Springfield.
He enjoyed cooking, canoeing, gardening and spending time with his friends, family and his dog, Tater.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
Survivors include his father and stepmother, Vicky Hawkins of Licking; two brothers, James and Westin Hawkins of Licking; a sister, Jamie Cantrell of Saint James; and many other family members.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation was under direction of Fox Funeral Home.
