Armis E. Hawkins
Armis Eugene Hawkins[1] (November 11, 1920 – February 28, 2006)[2] was an American judge who served as a justice of the Supreme Court of Mississippi from 1980 to 1995.[3][4]
Armis E. Hawkins | |
|---|---|
| Justice of the Supreme Court of Mississippi | |
| In office 1980–1995 | |
| Preceded by | Kermit R. Cofer |
| Succeeded by | Michael P. Mills |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Armis Eugene Hawkins November 11, 1920 |
| Died | February 28, 2006 (aged 85) |
| Nationality | American |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence(s) | Houston, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Profession | Judge |
Life
He lived in Houston, Mississippi and graduated from its high school. He married and had two daughters and one son.[5]
Legacy
A section of road was named in his honor.[6]
References
- Who's Who in American Law, 1994-1995. Marquis Who's Who. 1994. p. 393.
- "Armis E Hawkins in Social Security Death Index". Fold3. Retrieved August 30, 2022.
- "Resolution commends life and service of former Chief Justice Armis E. Hawkins - State of Mississippi Judiciary News". courts.ms.gov.
- Leslie Southwick, Mississippi Supreme Court Elections: A Historical Perspective 1916-1996, 18 Miss. C. L. Rev. 115 (1997-1998).
- Elkins, Ashley (March 5, 2006). "Justice Hawkins remembered in Northeast Mississippi". Daily Journal.
- Scott, Robert (August 4, 2021). "Chief Justice Armis Hawkins Memorial Highway dedication ceremony held Friday". Daily Journal.
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