Armita Hawkins, 76, of Orlando, departed this life and entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 6, 2023. Life began for Armita on October 9, 1947, in Orlando, FL to the parentage of the late Susie and Otis Hawkins.
Armita was employed with Orange County Public Schools and worked as the school secretary at Carver Middle School for 34 years. She was a hardworking individual that dedicated her life to the Lord and her family. She was a devoted Christian who found Christ at an early age. She was an active member at True Vine Baptist Church, Orlando, where she served faithfully as an usher and the church treasurer. In her spare time, Armita enjoyed baking, cooking, playing card games, travelling, and shopping. She was a beautiful woman with a heart of gold. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She leaves to cherish her precious memories: three sons, Terry (Carla) Hawkins, Elisha McKinley, Brian Jackson, Sr.; daughter, Talina McKinley; sister, Rosa (Pace) McNealy; 4 brothers, Otis Hawkins, Pastor Jimmie (Dommie) Hawkins, Fred Hawkins, Sylvester Hawkins; 7 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 17, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the mortuary.
A service of celebration will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Tabernacle of the Enlightened Church of God, 1097 Broome Avenue, Orlando with Pastor Jimmie Hawkins, officiating. Interment: Orlando Memorial Gardens, Apopka.