William Alexander Hawkins
June 24, 1957 - October 25, 2020
Obituary
COTTAGE GROVE- William A. "Alex" Hawkins, age 63, of Cottage Grove, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, at SSM Health-St. Mary's Hospital. He was born on June 24, 1957, in Chapel Hill, N.C., the son of David Hawkins and Elizabeth Wilson.
Alex graduated from Tandem High School in 1976 and Elmhurst College in 1982. He married Nancy Price on June 11, 1988 in Cross Plains, Wis. Alex worked as a maintenance technician for 35 years. He was a proud member of the YMCA.
Alex was an avid Harley rider, and enjoyed taking rides with his wife, Nancy and grandchildren. He loved being in the great outdoors, especially hiking and camping. Alex was known for his wonderful sense of humor.
Alex is survived by his wife, Nancy; two daughters, Sara Price and Christina Price; two granddaughters, Enjolice Cystrunk and Addison Stevens; and grandson, Gary Price-Scott. He was preceded in death by his parents Elizabeth Wilson-Hawkins and David Hawkins.
A celebration of life will be held in the spring. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Craig Shaffer
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Alex, i will miss Sunday evenings at Starbucks and sharing our journey in this incredible life. You will forever be in my heart. One last daily text my friend. Craig S.
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Dan Manweiler
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Nancy, Dan Manweiler here. Alex was my best friend the moment we moved to Charlottesville. He and I set out every day and though we could only go as far as our legs could take us, somehow we seemed to explore the whole world together. Just being with him made the day go well. I've known few I've enjoyed as much. My siblings Greg Chris and Nancy too share their condolences. My family loved Alex. Truly. Strength to all there who undoubtedly loved him as we did. Nancy, Dan Manweiler here. Alex was my best friend the moment we moved to Charlottesville. He and I would set out every day and, even though we could only go as far as our legs could take us, somehow we seemed to explore the whole world together. Just being together made the day go well. I've known few I've enjoyed as much. My siblings Greg Chris and Nancy share their condolences as well. My family loved Alex. Truly. Strength to all there who undoubtedly loved him as we did.Nancy, Dan Manweiler here. Alex was my best friend the moment we moved to Charlottesville. He and I would set out every day and, even though we could only go as far as our legs could take us, somehow we seemed to explore the whole world together. Just being together made the day go well. I've known few I've enjoyed as much. My siblings Greg Chris and Nancy share their condolences as well. My family loved Alex. Truly. Strength to all there who undoubtedly loved him as we did.