Norman Merrill Hawkins, age 66, of Phil Campbell, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026 at his residence.
Norman was the most gentle, sentimental husband, and a hard-working man, and a devoted father. He loved to fish, drive his tractor and his truck and loved to travel. He worked as a welder but also became a Licensed Minister and was a doctorate Biblical scholar. He loved all of his family but especially his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his sons, Rusty Hawkins, Nicky Hawkins; father, Robbie Kenneth Hawkins & stepmom, Cavylene Hawkins; mother, Jessie Mae Hill Daugherity and stepdad, Patrick Daugherity; father and mother in-law, Oscar Owen & Ima Sue McLemore.
Left grieving for his loss is his wife of 45 years, Tonya Donni Hawkins; sons, Charles “Bo” Hawkins (Laura), Chris Hawkins (Tina); grandchildren, Desinee Hawkins (Urias), Alantis Hawkins, Kyle Hawkins (Kali), Alexa Hawkins, Caleb Hawkins, Gracie Allison, Alex Allison, Maddison Allison, Marshall Allison; great-grandchild, Aiken Lopez; siblings, Deana Montesanto (Ron), Myra Seeber (Craig), Victor Hawkins (Carol), Melissa Hall Reinike, Robin Hawkins; and a host of nieces & nephews.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Keith Morrow and his staff, North Alabama Hospice, Candace, Andrew, Jeff, Donna, Aaron Cane, Sadonna for your love and care of Norman during this extremely hard time. Also thank you to Kelsey Motes and Mike Markham for your care and friendship.
A memorial service will be announced as soon as times are definite.
Spry Memorial Chapel assisted the family. To leave private condolences, please visit our website at www.sprymemorialchapel.com.
