Betty Joanne Hawkins

Betty Joanne Hawkins, 69, of Joplin, passed away July 16, 2020, at Spring River Christian Village in Joplin. She was born Oct. 12, 1950, in Monett, to the union of Ralph and Helen (Willis) Gasche. She worked as a dedicated homemaker, raising her eight children. 
She is survived by: children, Desaray (Michael) Green of Joplin, Amber (Chad) Earleywine of Joplin, Brandy Little of Webb City and David (Sagan) Little of Joplin; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother, Mike Gasche; daughter-in-law, Sara Gregory; as well as a host of extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by: her parents; children, Bobby Mitchell, Tad Little, Travis Little and Jackie Little; and a granddaugher.
No formal services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary in Joplin.