A lifelong New Bedford resident he was the son of the late Walter and Edith (Rounseville) Hawes.
Mr. Hawes worked as a machine operator at the Hathaway Mills and the Morse Twist Drill. He was a direct descendant of the 1st landing of the Mayflower. David enjoyed woodworking and socializing with family and friends. David and his wife Rita were founders of “Bluebirds of Happiness” Senior Club.
Surviving in addition to his wife is his step son Paul Lemaire and his wife Tammy of New Bedford, a grandson; Christopher Lemaire of New Bedford, three cousins; Scott Rounseville and his wife Robin of Rochester, Douglas Rounseville and his wife Lucy of Rochester and Wayne Rounseville of Wala Wala, WA.
His funeral will be held Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 10 am at the ROCK Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford. Visitation will be Saturday from 9 to 10 am prior to the funeral. Burial at Pine Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
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