Homer Hawkins Jr.

Homer Hawkins, Jr. was born September 16, 1927 in Seminole, Oklahoma to Homer and Teddie Hawkins. He passed away Saturday, August 30, 2014 in Okemah, Oklahoma at the age of 86. Homer lived a long, productive life and had several proud achievements throughout. He worked as a newspaper carrier at the age of 11; first walking his route in the oilfield camps and then getting a larger route when he could afford a bicycle. When he was 15, Homer fibbed about his age and joined the Navy during the height of WWII. He was an aircraft mechanic on aircraft carriers. Later, when he was commissioned, he earned his wings as a navigator flying observation and surveillance aircraft during the Korean War, Vietnam War and during the Cold War. Homer was one of those crewmembers who had the thankless job of flying top secret surveillance missions aboard P2 aircraft to help contain the Soviet threat. He retired as a Lieutenant Commander and was rightfully proud of his 30 years he spent in the Navy and had many lasting friendships. His many contributions to his country along with a successful career as a Navy officer denote significant achievements for a paper boy from oil camps near Seminole, Oklahoma. Homer spent his last years on his property north of Cromwell, Oklahoma. He was proud of his land and cattle. He was active in the community, chairing the Seminole Rural Water District 3 Water Board and giving to local and other charities. He gave generously to the victims of the 2013 Moore, Oklahoma tornado and also gave generously to the St. Jude’s Hospital and to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Homer spent his last couple of years in the Navy on a stateside assignment helping care for his sick daughter, Linda. Two of his children, Linda and (William) Michael had muscular dystrophy and required additional care. They both preceded Homer in death along with his parents and step father, Ira C. Chance. Homer is survived by his daughter, Judy Hawkins; grandson, Brandon Hawkins and former wife Kathleen Hawkins. Per Homer’s request; there will be no services and his and his daughter, Linda’s, cremains will be spread on his property north of Cromwell. All arrangements were handled by Parks Brothers Funeral Home, Okemah, Oklahoma.

Homer Hawkins Jr.

September 16, 1927 - August 30, 2014