Letha Ann Pritchard Hawkins, 81, of Glen Alpine, NC, went to her heavenly home to be with her parents and sister on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on March 22, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Frank Howard Pritchard and Minnie Grace Powell Pritchard.
Letha was a lifelong, active member of Gibbs Chapel Wesleyan Church where she played piano and sang in the choir for many years. She retired from Glen Alpine Elementary after 26 years as a Title 1 Reading Teacher. Letha was a fan of the UNC Tar Heels and the Atlanta Braves. She took pride in her flowers and especially loved spending time with her family and church family.
A devoted Christian wife, mother, and grandmother, Letha is survived by her husband, Louie Junior Hawkins; children, Chris Hawkins (Lori), Eric Hawkins (Jennifer), and Jeff Hawkins (Jeanie); grandchildren, Gracie, Claire, Zachary, Kaleb (Hannah), Erica, Garrett (Darian), and Bryson Hawkins; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to her parents, Letha was preceded in death by her sister, Linda Kay Clontz.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Gibbs Chapel Wesleyan Church. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. in the church with Rev. Cris Uren officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Gibbs Chapel Wesleyan Church, 1741 Jamestown Road, Morganton, NC 28655.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Chris and family, I am so sorry for your loss of your mother. Sending prayers for peace to help in the transition of your life without your loved one.
Chris ,Eric ,Jeff im so very sorry for your loss one of the sweetest ladies ive ever met prayers are with you an your families love ya guys "PeeWee"
This was one sweet, Christian lady.. I always felt inspired by Father God in her presence as I am sure she was in his presence .. and she had a sweet ,loving soul mate always by her side .. Yes she will definitely be missed by all of us who knew her … to Louie , and their sons and families I pray that our loving God will give each an abundance of peace and comfort to carry you through the days ahead. Death is such a big void in our life but when we know without a doubt where our loved one is, and our belief that yes we will see them again one day ..where there is no pain or sorrow…. It becomes a blessing …. I love each of you and as said above my prayers are with you …. I will miss her at church ..The Riddle Family , Joann , Dewayne,Laurie,Josiah, Kevin,Gavin,and Riley Riddle
Chris, Lori and family. We are so sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. Prayers for your family and praying for God’s comfort to you guys.
Letha was one of the sweetest people I had the privilege to know. Remembering family in prayer.