In loving memory of Thurston Hawkins, 59, of Panama City, who passed away on Thursday February 17, 2011. Mr. Hawkins was born May 8, 1951 to Plummer and Effie Lee Hawkins in Henderson, N.C. Where he married his high school sweetheart Annette. He served in the United States Air Force from 1971 to 1995 retiring as a Master Sergeant. After retiring from the Air Force, he served as the general manager for the Carpet Care Specialist. He was one of the elite few I.I.C.R.C. Master Textile Cleaners in the Panama City area. He was a devoted husband, father, friend, and a dedicated member of First Baptist Church of Panama City. He was quick to laugh, ready to help, and had an optimistic nature that inspired everyone. He leaves a loving family to cherish his memory, wife Annette, 2 children, Kelly and Carlye Hawkins, grandson, Omar, 2 sisters, Chesteen Strickland and Shirley Williams as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. In the First Baptist Church of Panama City with Rev. Clyde Ellison officiating. Interment will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery.