Raymond Hobbs, 87, loving son, brother, husband, father, uncle, and grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 5th, 2012. Born in Springfield Massachusetts to Walden and Blanche Hobbs, he was graduated from Bates College (BA) in Lewiston Maine, and from Harvard University (MBA) in Cambridge Massachusetts. He worked for over 45 years for Gulf Oil and then Chevron Oil. He was a long-time member of Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, where he served as an elder for many years and where he taught confirmation classes for over a decade. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Rev. Dr. William F. Hobbs and sister Carolyn Hobbs Holgerson, and his grandson James. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nancy Clough Hobbs, his daughter Susan and her husband, Barry, his son David and his wife, Gretchen, and grandchildren Christopher and Sarah. He also leaves his sister-in-law, Barbara Hobbs and many nieces and nephews. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to the Blanche and Walden Hobbs scholarship fund at Bates College, Lewiston, Maine.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3 Entries
I worked with Ray at Chevron. He was a wonderful man, helpful, friendly and always smiling. May God comfort you and bring you peace during this difficult time.
Jeanene Oprea-Swanson
August 20, 2012
I worked with Ray at Gulf then Chevron. He was a wonderful man. I remember most his helpfulness and friendly smile. I hope happy memories comfort you.
Pat (Suttle) Ebeling
August 18, 2012
Ray was my boss for several years at Gulf/Chevron. He was a wonderful man whose quiet guidance was instrumental to me. I shall always be grateful for the opportunity to know and work with Ray Hobbs. May peace be with you.
Joyce Klejbuk
August 17, 2012
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more