Irene Hawks

Irene (Shannon) Hawks, age 77, of Wawaka, IN passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at home. She was born on November 29, 1942 the daughter of Janis Elaine (Meroney) and Charles Jefferson Shannon. On May 21, 1992, she married Arthur Hawks; he preceded her in death on May 15, 2002.

Irene is survived by two sons, Stew Adkison of Wawaka, IN; and Frank Hawks of Rome City, IN; a grandson, Frankie Hawks of Brimfield; two siblings, Charlotte Sue Rossi of Middletown, OH, and Roseann (Robert) Frick of Kendallville, IN; her late twin sister, Maureen’s children, Becky, Tina, Rocky, and Jimmy; along with several additional nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and three siblings, Rita Louise Shannon, Steven Jefferson Shannon, and twin sister, Maureen Taylor.

Irene graduated from Wawaka High School and then Ravenscroft Beauty College in Fort Wayne. She later retired from Silgan Plastics in Ligonier, IN after many years of service. Irene enjoyed playing Wii games with her family and friends, and cheering on the Colts and Purdue.

A graveside gathering will be held at Cosperville Cemetery in Irene’s honor on Thursday, September 3, 2020, beginning at 2pm. The family would like to encourage wearing mask and social distancing as is possible.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Parkview Noble Hospice.