George Edward Hawker Jr
October 30, 1941 - March 2, 2015
George was a loving husband, good friend and well-loved man who’s presence will be greatly missed. He always was ready to lend a hand or help in any way he could. While living in Syracuse he dressed as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle for the Eastwood Legion in parades and to visit the children at Upstate Hospital. George enjoyed all sports, played basketball while in the Navy, played softball for the tavern leagues in Syracuse, and bowled achieving 299 and 300 point games. He loved to watch any sport on TV, from baseball to football and even golf, and always enjoyed NASCAR racing. George enjoyed the outdoors whether he was hunting, working in the yard or setting up decorations around the house for the holidays. He served in the Navy and the Navy reserve as a young man. George is survived by his wife Shirley, stepsons Jerry and Ernest, 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, his brother Jerry in Syracuse. George peacefully passed away at home in the company of his family early March 2nd, 2015.
George was a loving husband, good friend and well-loved man who’s presence will be greatly missed. He always was ready to lend a hand or help in any way he could. While living in Syracuse he dressed as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle... View Obituary & Service Information