Constance M. Hawes Obituary (1935 - 2016)

BELGRADE ~ Constance M. Hawes passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday morning with her family by her side. She was born on September 13, 1935 in Phillips Maine to Chester Marson and Mura Wellman. Connie is the oldest of nine siblings. She is predeceased by her parents Chester Marson, Mura Wellman, her husband Fred Hawes, and her siblings, Evelyn Burnham, Roland Marson, Chester Marson Jr., and Beatrice Howard. She is survived by her siblings Elizabeth Remillard, Robert Marson, Rodney Cook, Phyllis Plummer, and Robin Cook. Connie grew up in Phillips and moved around to various surrounding areas including North Anson, New Vineyard, Madrid, and Rome. Connie attended school at Phillips Elementary. Connie married Fred Hawes on September 29, 1951 in Madison. They had two children, Cynthia and Kevin Hawes. Connie was a beloved member of her church and attended The Lakes Christian Fellowship. Connie had also attended Belgrade Bible Church for years and held office as a clerk, deaconess, assistant treasurer, a Sunday school teacher, and took part in the fellowship committee. Connie enjoyed cooking, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren, family, and friends. Connie leaves behind Gladys Mains of Farmington, Franklin Hunington of Philips, Kevin and Julie Hawes of Belgrade, Cindy and the late John Skinner of Belgrade, her grandchildren; Jennifer Hawes, Benjamin Morrison, Elizabeth Brown (Skinner), John Skinner Jr., Marissa Hawes, Dylan Hawes, and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Connie was a devoted mother, grandmother, and aunt. She was loved by all that knew her and will greatly be missed by everyone. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Belgrade Center for All Seasons on July 30th at 11. Following the service there will be a time of fellowship. Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home, One Church Street, Augusta. Memories, condolences, photos, and videos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of our website at khrfuneralhomes.com