Leopoldo Hawkins

Leopoldo Hawkins, 94, passed away Friday, April 15, 2016.

Mr. Hawkins was a US Army WWII veteran who proudly served his country during 1942 -1946.  He was stationed in North Africa, France, Italy and other parts of Europe.

He is preceded in death by his wife: Marcelina Hawkins and granddaughter: Isabel Castillo Chavarria.

Left to cherish his memory is his son: John (Isabel) Hawkins, grandchildren: Samantha Hawkins and Arturo Castillo, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, numerous close relatives and friends.  The family would like to express their utmost gratitude to Champion Care Services, caretaker: Martha Manrique, Laredo Medical Center second floor, Laredo Specialty Hospital and the Laredo Police Department.

The family will receive guests Tuesday, April 19, 2016, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Fred Dickey Funeral & Cremation Services, where a holy rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm.  Funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 20, 2016, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.  Funeral mass will be celebrated at 9:00 am.  Interment will follow to the City Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be: Arturo Castillo, Miguel Gomez, David Herrera, Antonio Gomez, Jr., Alejandro Gomez and Paulino Gomez.  Full military honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 59 and Flag Fold Presentation by the United States Army.

Funeral arrangements are by Fred Dickey Funeral & Cremation Services, 1320 Trey Dr. Laredo, Texas (956)723-3611.  You may leave condolences to the family online at www.freddickey.com