Linda C. Hawkins

Linda C. Hawkins, 68, of Borden, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024. She worked as a nurse for forty years at University of Louisville Hospital, Sellersburg Health & Rehab, and Maple Manor. Linda was active in animal rescue, an avid gardener, and a devoted IU sports fan.

She was born on August 15, 1955 in Clarksville, Indiana to the late Frank Abbott Jr. and Agnes (Kiper) Abbott.

Linda is survived by her son, Nathan Ready and his wife, Christy; daughter, Bethany Watts and her husband, John; grandson, Donovan M. Crawford and his partner, Bri; great-granddaughter, Raelynn Roller; and her dear friend, Lynell Chamberlain. In addition to her human family, she is mourned by her dog, Grace; and cats, Jink and Jazzpurr.

A Memorial Gathering will be from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany). Her Memorial Service will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday, at the funeral home. Cremation was chosen following Linda's wishes.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda's memory may be made to the Animal Protection Association (702 E 11th St, Jeffersonville, IN 47130).

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