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Donald Hawley

1933 - 2022

Donald Hawley obituary, 1933-2022, Colorado Springs, CO

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1933

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2022

Donald Hawley Obituary

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Donald Hawley
December 13, 1933
December 17, 2022

Don Hawley passed away peacefully at Mt. St. Francis Nursing Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado surrounded by his family.
Don was born and raised in Armour, South Dakota along with 3 sisters; Wanda (Andy), Pat (Merle), Donna (Hick), 2 Brothers, Warren and Wendell (Janette).
In 1955, Don married another South Dakota native, Evelyn Dvorak of Wagner, and they were married for 67 years. Evelyn survives Don with 3 of their children, Donney (Chris), Corrine, Tina (Ken), his brother Wendell and many nieces and nephews. Two sons, Michael (Barb) and James preceded him in death. Together Don and Evelyn have 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Don was a Korean War Veteran serving in the Navy from 1952-1956. After his service, Don and Evelyn moved to Colorado Springs and Don retired from Colorado Springs Utilities Gas Department after 28 years.
Don was an avid Denver Broncos fan and passed this affinity to his entire family.
Don and Evelyn attended Central United Methodist Church in Colorado Springs.
Funeral arrangements are pending.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 1, 2023.

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