Betty L. Hawkins, 95, of Genoa died on October 5, 2023 at NW Medicine-Kishwaukee Hospital.

She was born on October 18, 1927 at her home in rural Monroe Center, IL. to Charles A. and Amanda S. (Carlson) Lindquist.  She married Alva Roy Hawkins on February 14, 1949.

Betty and her husband farmed in Rochelle and Kingston for many years. She will be remembered as a baker of delicious treats- especially her rye bread.  She enjoyed babysitting  for her grandchildren and the neighborhood children- and was known to all as, "Grandma Betty".

Betty was a long-time member at the Trinity Lutheran Church of Genoa, where she served on the Ladies Aid, started the Library, active with the Prayer Chain, and led Bible studies and the church and her home.  She also served on the Genoa Twp Library Board.

Survivors include her children, Harlan (Jean) Hawkins, Kevin (Deanna) Hawkins, Randy (Julie) Hawkins, Mark (Kim) Hawkins and Joy (Brad) Dewey; daughter-in-law, Diane Hawkins; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Alva Roy; son, Steven in 2020 and a son in infancy, David Alan; granddaughter, Katie and 12 brothers and sisters.

Her visitation will be on Thursday, Oct. 12th from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 33930 N. State St., Genoa, IL.  The funeral service will begin at 12:00 PM at the Church.  Burial will be at the Genoa Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials for Betty Hawkins can be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church of Genoa in care of the Slater-Butala Funeral Home, 132 W. Main, Genoa, IL. 60135.

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