RTA NEWS YOU CAN USE
October19, 2014
GUS HAWKINSON, AN UPDATE
For those of you who knew Gus Hawkinson when he was active in the retread industry, you know how fortunate you are. To those of you who never had the pleasure of knowing Gus, you don't know how much you missed. Sadly, Gus is not doing well and will most likely never be back among us as a loud, vibrant, funny, outspoken and most importantly a very bright, sharp nice guy!
The saying, "they broke the mold after he was born" really holds true for Gus.
Although Gus is going through some very difficult times, his heart is - and always will be - a part of the industry he loved so passionatly.
If you would like to send Gus a card, a tire magazine or anything else you think he might enjoy seeing, please address it to
Raymond P. Hawkinson, Jr.
ROYAL SPRINGS HEALTHCARE AND REHAB.
8501 Del Webb Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89134
Gus will love you for thinking of him!
He was always here for us during his glory days, now it's our turn to be there for him.
HARVEY BRODSKY
Managing Director
Retread Tire Association
President of the Gus Hawkinson Fan Club (One of many presidents)