Happy Holidays Heather,

I have looked through this wonderful site several times smiling at the memories of your father. I know this time may not be easy as his physical presence is not here but he lives on. You now have three little ones who had the opportunity to get to know their grandfather and to be there with you on this journey. Know that you and your family are in my prayers each day and this Thanksgiving Day. God always has great timing as this year did bring you a great lost but it also came with a great gain. May God continue to bless you!

One who lives on in the hearts and minds of those left behind is not gone. Your father's life and legacy take on new meaning through the gift of memory. And his impact on this world continues through his amazing daughters, and the many people he touched. Thank you for sharing him with me during his visits to Atlanta and Spelman. Be comforted by the truth of eternal life. --Eloise

My deepest condolences to you, your family and all of us - his extended family. I never knew him, but can tell he was a very special person. The world always suffers when a great father leaves us.

Gone from our sight, but never our memories; gone from our touch, but never our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Heather. 
Love,
Linda

Dear Heather:
You have my deepest sympathy at the lost of your father. I will keep you and every member of your wonderful family in my prayers. I have no doubts that God will see you through this difficult time. Stay strong.

Heather I'm praying for you and your family. From his request, words and your light thsf shines so brightly I can tell that your father was special and had keen insight.
May God provide you and yours with some comfort at this difficult time.
Warm Regards,
Kenya

condolences to family. it has been a long time.when you all moved to fl from ohio. bob had to go down first,ask jimmy to look after family.that was the year of blizzard.jimmy did look after family and bob sent him a letter thanking him.we lived next door,nice family,never for got them.

Heather, I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family. I pray that God grants you peace with the passng of your Father, and that his new journey be peaceful. Thank you for sharing the pictures...God bless.

Heather, I extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. The conversation you had with your dad was very touching, and no doubt he has left a tremendous legacy. Praying for GOD's eternal grace, mercy and peace over the Hawes family.

Heather, I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family. I pray that your faith will continue to provide comfort, peace, and joy in knowing your father is at rest. Know that you are Loved.

My dearest Heather, I send my deepest condolences to you and your family in the passing of your father. I truly enjoyed reading about the conversation you had with your father during his stay in Hospice. It was so warm and touching. I pray God will continue to give you and your family strength and peace during this time. Blessing and Love…. Zadie

beautiful tribute for a life well lived and so enjoyed. mr. hawes' light continuously shines through you and your family. so many of your father's strengths are clearly a part of you h2. sending love and hugs to all of you.

Heather, you have my condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. The tribute you have created to honor your father's life and his wishes has made all of us who never met your father feel as though we knew him. Thanks for sharing your father with me. I know you will miss him, but pray that as you read all the well wishes to you and your family, you know we are there for you.

You will be missed...thank you for leaving your daughters to carry on your legacy. May God give them strength to live their lives in your honor.