Richard Hawthorne

August 13, 2011

Richard W. Hawthorne, 75, of Frankfort, died at 6 a.m. Aug. 13, 2011, at his home. Born Sept. 28, 1935 in Indianapolis, he was the son of the late T. Richard and Mary (Lutes) Hawthorne. He was a 1953 graduate of Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis. He married Nancy Burgett on Dec. 22, 1954, in Kentucky and she survives. Mr. Hawthorne was owner of Signs by Jim and was a sign maker for 40 years. A minister since 1988, he led Northfield Church in Zionsville, Youngs Chapel in Crawfordsville, Interterm Minister at Colfax Christian Church and was a minister at Woodside Christian Church. Surviving with his wife are two sons, Michael Hawthorne (wife: Glenda) of Frankfort and William “Bill” Hawthorne of Indianapolis; two daughters, Barbara Nydegger (husband: Gregg) of Monticello and Janice Gable (husband: Mark) of Lebanon; one brother, Ronald Hawthorne (wife: Rosalie) of Indianapolis, and one sister, Mary Alexander (husband: Bill) of Florida. Also surviving 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Colfax Christian Church, 314 S. Clark St., Colfax. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-7 at the church. Archer-Weston Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences

3 Condolences for “Richard Hawthorne”

  1. VICTORIA (GARRISON) MARTIN

    Janice My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time May god be with you and help keep you strong

  2. Vicki (Rush) Halstead

    Nancy and family So sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. You guys have been through a lot. I will be thinking of you and praying for God’s comfort and strength. I know you are a strong person with an abiding faith in God and will lean on Him. Love and comfort to you and yours.

  3. kim baker

    Nancy and Family I was saddened to hear of Richards passing. I am sorry I cannot attend the funeral or the showing but my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you during this difficult time

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