Tuesday, 14 May 2024

 James NEWBURY (Brighton) (10:39): Kenneth Francis Hawkins was a good man. He was a gentleman. That is why he stood out. He was sparing with his words, but what set him apart was that he found wisdom in every word that he spared. Ken was a devoted family man from the moment he met Jean Louisa May Gardiner. Sixty-five years ago Ken met Jean. They both lived in the small town of Penguin, on the north-west coast of Tasmania. Their families were neighbours – Ken lived over Jean’s back fence. They would marry, have two sons, move to the mainland, start a lifelong successful business, Caravan Court, and see six grandchildren born. Ken was at peace when he passed, with Jean by his side holding his hand. Vale, Ken Hawkins.