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Arlin James  “Jim” Hawkins of Yakima, Washington, passed away Tuesday evening, July 23rd,  at Landmark Care and Rehabilitation Center. 

A celebration of life will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 5315 Tieton Drive, Yakima at 11:00 am Mass with Father Mike Brzezowski officiating.  Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetary in Ellensburg. Friends are welcome to join us in the Mass.


Reception TBA 

June 17, 2014
June 17, 2014
Just posted one of my favorite photos of Jim and his dog on a summer day. Remembering afternoons gabbing, chopping, cooking and setting the table before evening dinner parties with friends. A toast to you my friend!
September 15, 2013
September 15, 2013
Jim's classes were always engaging and thought-provoking. He had extremely high expectations for his students, and we were motivated to reach these standards simply because we did not want to disappoint him. At the same time, he was deeply committed to the artistic process and always made me feel like my choices made sense. I will continue to strive to be half the educator he was.
September 10, 2013
September 10, 2013
As the museum curator of the Valentinetti Puppet Museum in Bremerton, WA it has been my pleasure to include in our displays the very first puppets which Jim Hawkins created while attending a summer class at the UW, Seattle under the direction of Aurora Valentinetti. These 2 figures are PETER and GRANDFATHER from Peter and the Wolf. Sadly I never had an opportunity to meet Prof. Hawkins.
July 29, 2013
July 29, 2013
In the 21 years of Thistle Theatre, I recall what Jim taught. “What do you want the audience to carry home in their basket?” Such a “Jim” thing to say! Not only should what you want to teach a child be in that basket, but it should be filled with all manner of memories and it should have matching linens! Farewell and thank you teacher, mentor and friend for sharing your many gifts.
July 27, 2013
July 27, 2013
Jim, was by far the best teacher I have ever had. He inspired me to teach puppetry and Children's Theatre in my drama classes. Without his guidance, creativity, and knowledge he passed on, I never would have attempted it. His compassion and love for people was also evident. I will remember him fondly.
Diana Edge Class of 1978

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June 17, 2014
June 17, 2014
Just posted one of my favorite photos of Jim and his dog on a summer day. Remembering afternoons gabbing, chopping, cooking and setting the table before evening dinner parties with friends. A toast to you my friend!
September 15, 2013
September 15, 2013
Jim's classes were always engaging and thought-provoking. He had extremely high expectations for his students, and we were motivated to reach these standards simply because we did not want to disappoint him. At the same time, he was deeply committed to the artistic process and always made me feel like my choices made sense. I will continue to strive to be half the educator he was.
September 10, 2013
September 10, 2013
As the museum curator of the Valentinetti Puppet Museum in Bremerton, WA it has been my pleasure to include in our displays the very first puppets which Jim Hawkins created while attending a summer class at the UW, Seattle under the direction of Aurora Valentinetti. These 2 figures are PETER and GRANDFATHER from Peter and the Wolf. Sadly I never had an opportunity to meet Prof. Hawkins.
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From Jean Enticknap

July 28, 2013

The puppet community has lost a great friend with the passing of Jim Hawkins.  I was a transfer student to CWU and enjoyed hanging out back stage with a nice man playing the grave digger in a production of Hamlet. During one show, Jim turne...d to me and said, "You should take my puppet class." I confess to having no idea he was a professor, but jumped at the chance to spend more time with this fascinating person. That decision changed the course of my career. In addition to puppetry, he introduced me to art, fine food, entertaining, junking, and decorating.  I was fortunate to spend time with his daughters Jenny and Laurie.... including a time stuck together on the top of a ferris wheel at a small fair at which Jim Gamble was performing! As much as anything, I enjoyed hours of conversations shared with the many wonderful people who had the priviledged of calling Jim their friend. Farewell and thank you mentor and friend for sharing your many gifts with us.

Army

July 27, 2013

Again, this is quotes from an album dad made for Jenny & I.. sort of an autobiography:


"Because his parents loved being outside, James decided that he would like to be a soldier.  Because they got to play outside all the time, and wear uniforms and have lots of fun.  That lasted for a little while.  Then he decided that was enough of that."   

Graduation!

July 27, 2013

Another story from the photo book dad made to tell his life story:

"One day Arlin met a beautiful Princess whose name was Penelope Caroline.  They were wonderful friends, had lots of fun together at work and play, and decided to get married.  Princess Penny and Arlin worked hard to give themselves a present... and before you knew it, Arlin was a college graduate!  They were both very proud of that!"  

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