Lloyd “Dean” Hawkins

Lloyd “Dean” Hawkins, 84, of St. Charles, MO died at home on January 6, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Barbara; his children, Sandra Brush-Overbey, Charlie Brush, Laura Brush, and John (Chandra) Brush; 10 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; sister, Faye Koontz; sisters-in-law, Becky Tackett and Beverly Bird; brother-in-law, Ken Tackett; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry Hawkins and Hazel (Paugh) Hawkins; sister, Ferne Vogler; brother, Floyd Hawkins; and daughter-in-law, Debbie Brush.

Dean spent the majority of his career as a teamster with Rauch Truck Lines. He volunteered with Red Cross, CERT, and Boy Scouts. After his retirement in 1989, he enjoyed traveling with his wife. They backpacked through 19 countries and lived in an RV with which they were able to visit and Geo-cache in 49 states. Dean and Barbara also fostered five Papillions and ended up adopting four of them. He found the greatest joy in spending quality time with his family and spoiling his dogs and cats. Dean will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Memorials may be made to Five Acres Animal Shelter.