Obituaries Related to "Hawkins" from New York Times Archive
Eva Konrad Hawkins, Marine Scientist Who Fled Hungary, Dies at 90
She lived through the Holocaust, Communism and the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. She died of Covid-19.
Notable Deaths 2017: Connie Hawkins
Bobbie Louise Hawkins, Beat Poet and Author, Dies at 87
Her writing pulsed with her hardscrabble Texas childhood and, refusing to be his “muse,” her liberation from an overbearing poet husband.
Edwin Hawkins, Known for the Hit ‘Oh Happy Day,’ Is Dead at 74
His catchy song of praise, recorded on a two-track machine and “never intended for commercial purposes,” became a Top 10 hit in 1970.
Connie Hawkins, Electrifying N.B.A. Forward Barred in His Prime, Dies at 75
Hawkins, a playground legend in New York, did not make his N.B.A. debut until age 27 because of unfounded connections to a point-shaving scandal.
Walter Hawkins, Gospel Singer, Dies at 61
Mr. Hawkins brought a sense of contemporary rhythm to the howling, pleading, God-praising tradition of churchly ecstasy.
Dale Hawkins Dies at 73; Rockabilly Author of ‘Susie Q’
Mr. Hawkins was a songwriter and singer who drew deeply from the heavy blues sounds of South Louisiana to create a classic of what is sometimes called swamp rock.
Paula Hawkins, 82, Florida Ex-Senator, Dies
Mrs. Hawkins was a tart-tongued conservative Republican who served a single term, fighting to protect children and blazing a trail for women while shunning the label of “feminist.”
The Death of Yusuf Hawkins, 20 Years Later
On Aug. 23, 1989, a black teenager, Yusuf K. Hawkins, was shot to death after being taunted by a mob of bat-wielding white youths in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. The racially motivated killing left a long legacy.
Eva Konrad Hawkins, Marine Scientist Who Fled Hungary, Dies at 90
She lived through the Holocaust, Communism and the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. She died of Covid-19.
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Andy Bey, Jazz Singer Renowned for His Vocal Range, Dies at 85
An admirer of Nat King Cole, he began as a child performer and as part of a family trio before emerging as a master of the American songbook.
Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, Charlotte Ballet Director and Sinuous Dancer, Dies at 82
He brought grace and power to his roles before a serious injury encouraged him to try choreography — “maybe the richest part of my life.”
Dick Barnett, Champion Knick With a Singular Jump Shot, Dies at 88
A high-scoring guard, he played on New York’s two title-winning teams in the 1970s. He was remembered for his “fall back, baby” shooting style.
Zurab Tsereteli, Polarizing Russian Sculptor of Colossal Works, Dies at 91
In bronze, he glorified figures like Peter the Great and Vladimir Putin, often to the public’s distaste. Some works, like a giant Columbus and a 9/11 memorial, were reviled.
Alexis Herman, First Black Secretary of Labor, Is Dead at 77
A social worker, she became a Democratic Party insider and joined President Bill Clinton’s cabinet during his second term.
Jiggly Caliente, ‘RuPaul Drag Race’ Star and Judge, Dies at 44
Fans knew her for her sense of humor, vigorous dance skills and interactions with fellow cast members on the popular drag television show.
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