Paul "Tyler" Hawkins
1976 - 2021
Early Life: Tyler was born May 23, 1976, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, to Roger and Deanna Hawkins, the youngest of five children. He graduated from Raymond High School in 1994.
Life's Work | Service | Interests:After graduation, he moved to Utah and started
painting with his brother, Kelly. A few years later, he started Xavier Paint Contracting. He grew this business for the last 23 years. He was more than a boss to his crew, he was an inspiration.
He married the love of his life, Kim Dunn, on November 21, 1997. Their chance encounter at a gas station where he noticed her long legs led to a first date. They were sealed as an eternal family in the Mount Timpanogos Utah Temple in June of 2003. He loved the gospel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved working with the youth and serving his Father in Heaven.
His utmost dedication was to his family. He loved being a dad to his four sons and was a fierce supporter and champion of all their endeavors. He was always happy to learn new things. He shared that passion for knowledge with his boys. They will never forget how he loved life and lived every day to the fullest.
Tyler had a smile and a beam of positivity that lit up every room. His warm personality and big smile would instantly put you at ease. Everyone who knew him saw him as a genuine, caring friend and loved his humor and playful demeanor. He would always lift up those around him. He put everyone ahead of himself and taught grace and compassion by the way he lived.
John Wooden said, "A good coach can change a game, a great coach can change a life". Tyler spent endless hours coaching and mentoring young men on and off the court and inspired them to reach higher. There are hundreds of players and families that are grateful for the positive impact Tyler made in their lives. When Tyler entered a room you would notice his walk, his confidence, and his smile. He would have answers in difficult times and found joy in every aspect of life. He knew how to have fun and relate to people. He was known to pick up a team member 20 miles away and take him to the game. He believed in, and gave confidence to, every kid he coached. That's what the boys respected most about him and what his family will always cherish.
Coaching led to tournaments all over the nation, and often, Tyler would rent a 15 passenger van to be chauffeur, coach, mentor and fun master. These tournaments often included a night of bowling. It made for memorable getaways full of laughs, bowling tips, and good times. It was never clear who was having the best time, all the kids surrounding Tyler, or Tyler himself.
Paul "Tyler" Hawkins, beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle, business owner, coach, friend, and mentor unexpectedly passed away in his home November 26, 2021. He was 45.
Family Message: "The loss of this positive, upbeat, optimistic man makes the world less bright but his legacy will live on."
Survived By: His wife of 24 years, Kim; his children: Kayden (Cassidy), Tyson, Braxton, and Easton; his parents: Roger & Deanna Hawkins; in-laws, Greg & Ilene Dunn; his siblings: LorRee (Brian), Lisa (Marvin), Kelly (Sandra) and Ryan (Joanna), Greg, Kristin, Sam (Cassie), Kasi (Dax); and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Preceded In Death By: His grandparents and brother-in-law, Ryan Cassidy.
Services: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Location: Lehi East Stake Center
Service Option: Livestream via YouTube
Arrangements: Wing Mortuary
Interment: Lehi City Cemetery
Obituary: © 2021 | Wing Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
1976 - 2021
Early Life: Tyler was born May 23, 1976, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, to Roger and Deanna Hawkins, the youngest of five children. He graduated from Raymond High School in 1994.
Life's Work | Service | Interests:After graduation, he moved to Utah and started
painting with his brother, Kelly. A few years later, he started Xavier Paint Contracting. He grew this business for the last 23 years. He was more than a boss to his crew, he was an inspiration.
He married the love of his life, Kim Dunn, on November 21, 1997. Their chance encounter at a gas station where he noticed her long legs led to a first date. They were sealed as an eternal family in the Mount Timpanogos Utah Temple in June of 2003. He loved the gospel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved working with the youth and serving his Father in Heaven.
His utmost dedication was to his family. He loved being a dad to his four sons and was a fierce supporter and champion of all their endeavors. He was always happy to learn new things. He shared that passion for knowledge with his boys. They will never forget how he loved life and lived every day to the fullest.
Tyler had a smile and a beam of positivity that lit up every room. His warm personality and big smile would instantly put you at ease. Everyone who knew him saw him as a genuine, caring friend and loved his humor and playful demeanor. He would always lift up those around him. He put everyone ahead of himself and taught grace and compassion by the way he lived.
John Wooden said, "A good coach can change a game, a great coach can change a life". Tyler spent endless hours coaching and mentoring young men on and off the court and inspired them to reach higher. There are hundreds of players and families that are grateful for the positive impact Tyler made in their lives. When Tyler entered a room you would notice his walk, his confidence, and his smile. He would have answers in difficult times and found joy in every aspect of life. He knew how to have fun and relate to people. He was known to pick up a team member 20 miles away and take him to the game. He believed in, and gave confidence to, every kid he coached. That's what the boys respected most about him and what his family will always cherish.
Coaching led to tournaments all over the nation, and often, Tyler would rent a 15 passenger van to be chauffeur, coach, mentor and fun master. These tournaments often included a night of bowling. It made for memorable getaways full of laughs, bowling tips, and good times. It was never clear who was having the best time, all the kids surrounding Tyler, or Tyler himself.
Paul "Tyler" Hawkins, beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle, business owner, coach, friend, and mentor unexpectedly passed away in his home November 26, 2021. He was 45.
Family Message: "The loss of this positive, upbeat, optimistic man makes the world less bright but his legacy will live on."
Survived By: His wife of 24 years, Kim; his children: Kayden (Cassidy), Tyson, Braxton, and Easton; his parents: Roger & Deanna Hawkins; in-laws, Greg & Ilene Dunn; his siblings: LorRee (Brian), Lisa (Marvin), Kelly (Sandra) and Ryan (Joanna), Greg, Kristin, Sam (Cassie), Kasi (Dax); and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Preceded In Death By: His grandparents and brother-in-law, Ryan Cassidy.
Services: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Location: Lehi East Stake Center
Service Option: Livestream via YouTube
Arrangements: Wing Mortuary
Interment: Lehi City Cemetery
Obituary: © 2021 | Wing Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
Paul "Tyler" Hawkins
1976 - 2021
Early Life: Tyler was born May 23, 1976, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, to Roger and Deanna Hawkins, the youngest of five children. He graduated from Raymond High School in 1994.
Life's Work | Service | Interests:After graduation, he moved to Utah and started
painting with his brother, Kelly. A few years later, he started Xavier Paint Contracting. He grew this business for the last 23 years. He was more than a boss to his crew, he was an inspiration.
He married the love of his life, Kim Dunn, on November 21, 1997. Their chance encounter at a gas station where he noticed her long legs led to a first date. They were sealed as an eternal family in the Mount Timpanogos Utah Temple in June of 2003. He loved the gospel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved working with the youth and serving his Father in Heaven.
His utmost dedication was to his family. He loved being a dad to his four sons and was a fierce supporter and champion of all their endeavors. He was always happy to learn new things. He shared that passion for knowledge with his boys. They will never forget how he loved life and lived every day to the fullest.
Tyler had a smile and a beam of positivity that lit up every room. His warm personality and big smile would instantly put you at ease. Everyone who knew him saw him as a genuine, caring friend and loved his humor and playful demeanor. He would always lift up those around him. He put everyone ahead of himself and taught grace and compassion by the way he lived.
John Wooden said, "A good coach can change a game, a great coach can change a life". Tyler spent endless hours coaching and mentoring young men on and off the court and inspired them to reach higher. There are hundreds of players and families that are grateful for the positive impact Tyler made in their lives. When Tyler entered a room you would notice his walk, his confidence, and his smile. He would have answers in difficult times and found joy in every aspect of life. He knew how to have fun and relate to people. He was known to pick up a team member 20 miles away and take him to the game. He believed in, and gave confidence to, every kid he coached. That's what the boys respected most about him and what his family will always cherish.
Coaching led to tournaments all over the nation, and often, Tyler would rent a 15 passenger van to be chauffeur, coach, mentor and fun master. These tournaments often included a night of bowling. It made for memorable getaways full of laughs, bowling tips, and good times. It was never clear who was having the best time, all the kids surrounding Tyler, or Tyler himself.
Paul "Tyler" Hawkins, beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle, business owner, coach, friend, and mentor unexpectedly passed away in his home November 26, 2021. He was 45.
Family Message: "The loss of this positive, upbeat, optimistic man makes the world less bright but his legacy will live on."
Survived By: His wife of 24 years, Kim; his children: Kayden (Cassidy), Tyson, Braxton, and Easton; his parents: Roger & Deanna Hawkins; in-laws, Greg & Ilene Dunn; his siblings: LorRee (Brian), Lisa (Marvin), Kelly (Sandra) and Ryan (Joanna), Greg, Kristin, Sam (Cassie), Kasi (Dax); and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Preceded In Death By: His grandparents and brother-in-law, Ryan Cassidy.
Services: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Location: Lehi East Stake Center
Service Option: Livestream via YouTube
Arrangements: Wing Mortuary
Interment: Lehi City Cemetery
Obituary: © 2021 | Wing Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
1976 - 2021
Early Life: Tyler was born May 23, 1976, in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, to Roger and Deanna Hawkins, the youngest of five children. He graduated from Raymond High School in 1994.
Life's Work | Service | Interests:After graduation, he moved to Utah and started
painting with his brother, Kelly. A few years later, he started Xavier Paint Contracting. He grew this business for the last 23 years. He was more than a boss to his crew, he was an inspiration.
He married the love of his life, Kim Dunn, on November 21, 1997. Their chance encounter at a gas station where he noticed her long legs led to a first date. They were sealed as an eternal family in the Mount Timpanogos Utah Temple in June of 2003. He loved the gospel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and loved working with the youth and serving his Father in Heaven.
His utmost dedication was to his family. He loved being a dad to his four sons and was a fierce supporter and champion of all their endeavors. He was always happy to learn new things. He shared that passion for knowledge with his boys. They will never forget how he loved life and lived every day to the fullest.
Tyler had a smile and a beam of positivity that lit up every room. His warm personality and big smile would instantly put you at ease. Everyone who knew him saw him as a genuine, caring friend and loved his humor and playful demeanor. He would always lift up those around him. He put everyone ahead of himself and taught grace and compassion by the way he lived.
John Wooden said, "A good coach can change a game, a great coach can change a life". Tyler spent endless hours coaching and mentoring young men on and off the court and inspired them to reach higher. There are hundreds of players and families that are grateful for the positive impact Tyler made in their lives. When Tyler entered a room you would notice his walk, his confidence, and his smile. He would have answers in difficult times and found joy in every aspect of life. He knew how to have fun and relate to people. He was known to pick up a team member 20 miles away and take him to the game. He believed in, and gave confidence to, every kid he coached. That's what the boys respected most about him and what his family will always cherish.
Coaching led to tournaments all over the nation, and often, Tyler would rent a 15 passenger van to be chauffeur, coach, mentor and fun master. These tournaments often included a night of bowling. It made for memorable getaways full of laughs, bowling tips, and good times. It was never clear who was having the best time, all the kids surrounding Tyler, or Tyler himself.
Paul "Tyler" Hawkins, beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle, business owner, coach, friend, and mentor unexpectedly passed away in his home November 26, 2021. He was 45.
Family Message: "The loss of this positive, upbeat, optimistic man makes the world less bright but his legacy will live on."
Survived By: His wife of 24 years, Kim; his children: Kayden (Cassidy), Tyson, Braxton, and Easton; his parents: Roger & Deanna Hawkins; in-laws, Greg & Ilene Dunn; his siblings: LorRee (Brian), Lisa (Marvin), Kelly (Sandra) and Ryan (Joanna), Greg, Kristin, Sam (Cassie), Kasi (Dax); and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Preceded In Death By: His grandparents and brother-in-law, Ryan Cassidy.
Services: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Location: Lehi East Stake Center
Service Option: Livestream via YouTube
Arrangements: Wing Mortuary
Interment: Lehi City Cemetery
Obituary: © 2021 | Wing Mortuary
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
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