Dennis Eugene Hawks

Dennis Eugene Hawks was born June 13, 1937 in Akron, Iowa to Alfred and Marcella (Gibbons) Hawks. As a young boy, Dennis was active in Boy Scouts, and took part in many camping trips and hikes. He always cherished Christmas time with his family. Dennis made his home on an acreage in Bennington, Nebraska. He worked for a time for Carnation Company and United Vintners; but is best known for owning and operating Elkhorn Ace Hardware. His first Ace Hardware was located in downtown Elkhorn, and he then built the new store in its present location (Dennis’ pride and joy). Dennis was also a member of the Elkhorn Volunteer Fire Department, the Optimist’s Club, and the Lion’s Club. It was while part of the VFD that Dennis experienced one of his proudest moments. On July 10, 1983, he and another man saved two adults and a 2-year old from a car accident that nearly trapped them in a burning car. Dennis was awarded certificates of commendation from numerous parties for his heroism, including President Reagan. Dennis was a fun, involved, and generous man who enjoyed hunting, fishing, snow skiing, traveling and entertaining. He was a Husker fan and liked listening to country music. His favorite food was anything grilled, and he looked forward to dinner at Farmer Brown’s or a glass of scotch or a red wine. He hated being late, and was known for saying, “you can’t sell eggs from an empty basket.” Dennis will be remembered as a man who worked very hard, and smart, and who earned everything he had. He did it his way. Dennis died at the Hospice House in Omaha, Nebraska on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the age of 80 years, 10 months, and 8 days. He was preceded in death by his father Alfred Hawks; mother Marcella Hawks; sister Jane Lundgren. Dennis is survived by his sister Virginia Gries of Merrill, IA; ex-wife Arna Hawks, mother of sons: Bradley Hawks, of Crestview, FL, Jeffery (Karen) Hawks, of Rice, MN, daughter Marnie (Eric) Bents, of Omaha, NE; ex-wife Kathleen Hawks; 11 grandchildren; Brady (Stephanie) Hawks, Brett (Aubrey) Hawks, Kristin (Jeremy) Borromeo, Kaylee Hawks, Jacalynn Hawks, Jessica Hawks, Callie (Tanner) Fruit, Josee (Kris) Kildosher, Bowen Bents, Colton Bents, and Greyson Bents and 5 great-grandchildren; Bailey Hawks, Julian Borromeo, Kara Borromeo, Kaylee Borromeo, and one on the way. HAWKS-Dennis Eugene, age 80, of Bennington, NE, died 4/21/18. Preceded in death by father Alfred Hawks; mother Marcella Hawks; sister Jane Lundgren. Survived by sister Virginia Gries of Merrill, IA; ex-wife Arna Hawks, mother of sons, Bradley Hawks, of Crestview, FL, Jeffery Hawks, of Rice, MN, daughter Marnie Bents, of Omaha, NE; ex-wife Kathleen Hawks; 11 grandchildren & 5 great-grandchildren. MEMORIAL SERVICE Fri. Apr 27, 2pm, Reichmuth Funeral Home, 21901 Maple Rd, Elkhorn NE.

Dennis Eugene Hawks

June 13, 1937 - April 21, 2018