Richard David Hawk, age 59, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2013. Rich was born July 24, 1953 in Anthony, Kansas to Harry and Betty Hawk. He moved to Lamar, Colorado in the early 1960’s with his family then to Colorado Springs in 1977.

Rich was preceded in death by his wife Christine Hawk, his father Harry Hawk, and twin brothers Robert and Rodney Hawk.

He is survived by his mother Betty and stepfather Howard Fenske; daughter Chelsea Hawk; and grandchildren Gabe, Rhiannon, Zion, and Ayden.

Rich was Station Manager and Program Director at KILO 94.3 and KRXP 103.9 for 28 years. He won three Billboard Station of the Year awards in 1988, 1989, and 1990, Program Director of the Year in 1992, and the record industries prestigious Golden Ears award in 1990. Rich was a teacher and mentor for many in the radio business. He leaves a lasting legacy in the stations he made successful, and in those whose lives he touched.

Services will be on March 13, 2013 at 11:00am at Evergreen Funeral Home 1830 E. Fountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, Colorado.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: TESSA, PO Box 2662, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80901.

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