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Ronald L. Hawkinson, age 78 of Center City, passed away on April 11, 2016.  

He is preceded in death by parents Edwin and Agnes, and brother Richard.  Ron is survived by his loving wife Ellen; sons Timothy, Jeffrey (Janet), and Peter (Chris); grandchildren Joshua, Elyse, and Amanda; brother John; and sister-in-law Astrid Grace; and many other relatives and friends.  

Memorial Service 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16 at Chisago Lake Lutheran Church in Center City.  Visitation one hour prior to service at church.  Interment at Hillside Cemetery in Center City.  Arrangements by the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom.  Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com

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