Harlan H Hawkins, age 85, of Newton Falls, passed away into eternal life on Sunday, April 1, 2018 at St. Joseph Health Center in Warren of natural causes.

On July 13, 1932, in Minerva, Ohio, Chester L. & Ruth E. (Fawcett) Hawkins were blessed with the birth of their son, Harlan.

Harlan had lived in Newton Falls most of his life working as a boiler inspector for Rockwell International for 23 years & then at Thompson Steel for 17 years.

He was a member of the US Army serving during the Korean War. He enjoyed sports, especially the Ohio State Buckeyes. He also enjoyed spending time with his family.

Memories of Harlan will be carried on by his loving family; his wife Shirley Hawkins of Newton Falls; his sons Jeff & (Theresa) Hawkins, &Todd Hawkins all of Newton Falls; his daughter Lynn & (Joseph) Thiry of Newton Falls; his brother Jerry &( Ruby) Hawkins of Warren; his 5 grandchildren Jeffery Hawkins, Matthew Hawkins, Melissa Pugh, Laura Frazee & Adam Thiry; and 5 great-grandchildren.

Harlan is preceeded in death by his parents, 3 sisters, and 2 brothers.

Per Harlan's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home 8 East Broad Street Newton Falls, Ohio 44444 (330) 872-5440. Family and friends may view this obituary online or to send condolences, to the family, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com.