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Rebecca Hobbs Obituary
Becky attended Western Kentucky University and graduated from University of Kentucky in 1975 with a B.S in Health Sciences, and in 1981 with a M.S. in Education. She wrote grants and taught while at the U. of KY College of Dentistry, then joined the Lexington Community College faculty and contributed years of dedicated service as a dental hygiene instructor before relocating with her husband to Cary, NC in 1986.
Since locating to Cary, Becky served as a fulltime mother and volunteer to church and community. Becky was a wonderfully loving wife and mother, and a mother figure to many other children throughout her life. She was a person of enduring Christian faith; a dedicated volunteer to many church, mission, and community services. She was a long-time member of First United Methodist Church of Cary where served and chaired numerous committees, and was a member of the choir. Becky touched many lives with her love, peace, and joy; and, she will be missed and remembered by all. She is remembered for her ready and generous smile, positive attitude, and her love for music and gardening.
Becky is survived by her husband, Stuart, her son William Trigg Hobbs , her mother, Sara E. Trigg, Bardstown, KY; two brothers and six sisters: Joan Whittenburg, Sara McGee, & Robert Trigg of Louisville, KY, Carolyn Thomas, Overland Park Kansas, Hannah Sanderson, Bardstown, KY, Jeannie Gladura, South Bend, IN; William Trigg, Frankfort, KY, and Susan Ballard, Hillsborough, NC, as well as a host of extended family, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation will be held at the Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, Cary, NC, on Thursday June 10th, 6-8 pm; with the Memorial Services held at the First United Methodist Church, Cary, NC, Friday morning, June 11th, beginning at 11:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church Columbarium Building Fund - 117 South Academy Street - Cary, NC 27511 or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - The Eastern North Carolina Chapter - 401 Harrison Oaks Blvd Suite 200 - Cary, NC 27513.
Condolences to the family at www.BrownWynneCary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Rebecca Hobbs
Ron Hayden
June 17, 2010
Stuart: I have just heard of your loss. I am so sorry for your loss. I always remember Becky as being so sweet. Both of you made my time at Western much better. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Ron Hayden
Rachel Moxley Madsen
June 15, 2010
I remember caring for Trigg when he was only a little one... Becky would do things around the house and have a bit of "mommy time" while he and I played downstairs. Becky's "Mother's Love" was undeniable and immense!
It goes without saying that she touched so many lives in so many ways.
Trigg and Stuart, my heart breaks for you both. You will always be in my prayers.
Love and Blessings,
Rachel
Gary Kuhn
June 14, 2010
Trigg,
So sorry to hear of your mom passing. I hope that you can feel some comfort knowing her suffering is over and she's with our Lord and Savior. My best to your dad and family.
Mr Gary Kuhn
FUMC-Cary Member
Troop 200 Committee Member
John Armitstead
June 13, 2010
Stuart, so sorry about the passing of Becky, please remember that she has touched many lives for which we are all grateful. God Bless.
John Armitstead and your friends from the UK Pharmacy Residency Program.
Candy Elder
June 13, 2010
Dear Stuart and Trigg,
I met Becky when we both served on the Board for the First United Methodist Children's Center 10 years ago. She was the chair person and we worked together on the personnel committee to select a new director for the Children's Center. There are no finer leaders than Becky. It was a joy to work with her. Becky is a lovely person who dearly loved her immediate family and her extended family. It is a blessing to me to have known Becky. May God Bless you now and always. Sincerely, Candy Elder
Danny Mattingly
June 11, 2010
Stuart, I was saddened to learn of the passing of Becky. May your family,friends, and faith sustain you during this time of deep personal loss. My deepest sympathy.
Diane Petteway
June 11, 2010
I was blessed to have known Becky through our Bible Study.
Susan Jones
June 10, 2010
Becky was truly a child of God everyday. She loved her family with the same love that she was always willing to share with others -- smiling, caring, sharing, and laughing.
As a past member of New Day Circle, I was fortunate enough to be around her and see and taste her many talents -- whether working along side of her making chicken pot pies, sewing and painting for Bazaar, or gaining from her insight into Bible study.
Stuart and Trigg, she always gave her best and loved both of you dearly.
May God be with you both,
Susan Jones
June 10, 2010
Stuart and Trigg, I'll never forget the day I learned how much Becky loved fireworks! Until then I assumed she generally loved life in her quiet and peaceful way, sharing her smile and her love for others and for God in a way only Becky could. What I discovered that day was that Becky lived life to its fullest all the time. Michael and I were particularly blessed for having been a part of her life. Whenever I see fireworks, I'm certain I will smile and think of Becky. With deepest sympathy - Russ, Sarah, Patrick and Michael Powell
Sallie and Tom HIbbs & Families
June 10, 2010
Stuart and Trig and all the family, we are so sorry that this happened. We are with you and know that you will be strong enough to live your lives as Becky would have wanted.
Tom & Sallie, Sallie Kay and Tom and Abigail, Jason and Kim and Bethany
Joe and Mary Kaye Moore
June 10, 2010
We have only the fondest memories of Becky. She always had a kind and friendly smile accompanied by a loving and caring attitude. Her memory will forever be with us. Our deepest sympathy to Stuart, Trigg, and Family.
June 10, 2010
No words . . . not enough are available . . . to describe or capture who Becky was to so many people. She didn't seek people or places to make her happy . . .she brought her happiness and grace to us. What a gift she had . . . shat a gift she shared.
Mrs. Trigg and kids . . . I haven't met most of you, but she made you come alive in her stories. I can see all of you piling into that big car, hear the lessons in thriftiness Mr. Trigg taught you, and feel the excitement when your babies and grandbabies were born. I always wanted to see the peanut butter jar with the fish face carved into it! You must have had fun together; challenges, too, and how much she valued each of you was always apparent.
Stuart, did you know Becky was kicked out of the office at Washington Elementary? It was March, the TV was on, Kentucky was playing basketball, and she was excited and evidently loud! She loved that team. She loved you more. Great sorrow always comes hand in hand with gratitude in a loss like this and you have so much to be grateful for . . . 38 years of something wonderful. I am so sorry for your loss.
Trigg, your mom rocked you in that chair by the window early and often. She told you stories and whispered life lessons from day one of your togetherness. Everything she would have told you as your life moves on she has already told you. She planted her wisdom in you. It will grow. Let the others she told . . . your Dad, your extended family, your church family and her many friends . . . help in your growth. There will be another side to the sorrow you feel now.
Becky had wanted to be well enough to sing the Hallelujah Chorus at Easter time. Becky's life was a hallelujah.
I will miss her.
Christie Koon
Minor and Wanda Hibbs
June 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Ellen & Mark Zimmerman
June 10, 2010
Stuart and Trigg,
Our sympathies, and thoughts, are with you during this difficult time. Our memories are so fond of Becky, and we know what a fantastic mother and wife she was. We also know that you both brought her amazing joy during her lifetime, and we hope that your memories will help to fortify you.
Heart-felt condolences,
Ramona Allen
June 10, 2010
To Susan, Mrs. Trigg, and Stuart,
I am so sorry to learn of Becky's passing. I remember her as a very sweet and beautiful young woman who was completely in love with Stuart. My clearest memory is of her sitting on the couch critiquing the Bardstown High School cheerleaders as we practiced our cheers in one of the big rooms in Wickland. Remember that you will see her again in the Life to come.
David Etheredge
June 10, 2010
The Etheredge family from Bardstown, Kentucky would like to express our heartfelt condolences and our sincere prayers to Becky's family. We have many special memories of Becky from her childhood years and high school days as a classmate, friend and neighbor. Her memory will live on in our hearts and her amazing Christian witness. God is, has and will bless all of you! Love, David, Patti, Maggie and Ruth Etheredge
Selena Greenwell
June 9, 2010
Becky was absolutely one of the kindest women I have had the honor to know. She rarely was without that beautiful smile and I can hear her laughter now. She was wise, level headed and so accepting of others. I spoke to her while she was in the hospital and could not believe her positive attitude, but, then remembered it was Becky. What strength! She said she wanted to be at our reunion, but, lady, you'll be there in our hearts. What a lady... I would like to extend my condolences to all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Trigg
June 9, 2010
Becky was a dear sister and friend to me, and I will miss her always. We remember her ultimately, I expect, for the love she showed. She loved people. She loved her family. She loved flowers, pets, beauty. Even work and family and church business she approached with love. She was good, kind, gentle, understanding, generous, inclusive, smart, wise. Family and friends trusted her and sought her out for her wisdom, giving her a substantial amount of influence. I believe that her wisdom and her kind and loving nature were bound together. She approached life and the decisions it demanded with true unselfishness and caring, removing personal interest or a need to control from the process and this, I think, helped open her eyes to the best solution. A day or two before she died, I mentioned her wisdom to her and how it seemed many people relied on her for that. She weakly replied: “I always asked for wisdom.”. . . See you around, little sister. Your impact on me has been immeasurable and always, always,so positive.
Susie Greenwell
June 9, 2010
Dear Susan,
Just read of your sister's passing in the Standard and wanted to offer my condolences. I lost my older sister, Laura, in 2006 from a 3 year battle with lymphoma...so I can empathize with you and your family. From reading Becky's obituary, it appears she had a beautiful life full of giving, and I know how much you hate to lose her. I will be keeping all of you in my prayers.
Take care,
Susie Downs Greenwell
Betty Williamson
June 9, 2010
Stuart,
I am saddened to learn of the loss of your wife Becky. You, your son and extended family are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
June 9, 2010
Stuart: Just wanted to extend my sympathy to you and Trigg. I am a good friend of your Mom. We met at the AARP meeting that you came with her. Will keep you all in my prayers.
Geraldine Flaugher
Bardstown, Ky.
Judy Auld
June 9, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Paul Ordronneau
June 9, 2010
Stuart: I just heard of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your son. Paul
Debbie Cole
June 9, 2010
Stuart, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you're not alone and I have been thinking of you and your family a lot. Take care!
Barbara Coyle Moen
June 9, 2010
It is with fond memories I think of my school years with Becky. She was always a quiet, gentle soul as well as one of the smartest in the class. We shared many Sunday mornings together at Wickland Baptist and many Sunday afternoons in the quiet halls of the Estate. I think everyone that ever knew Becky always remembered her with the same single thought. She was always nice to everyone. I can think of no greater legacy than that. With deepest sympathies, I hold you and the entire family in my prayers.
Judy Shepherd
June 9, 2010
I have so many memories of Becky that I could fill pages but I guess I think most of the circle of our families. We met Becky and Stuart the week after we each were married almost 38 years ago. They were our first visitors when our first son, Tim (now age 35), was born. I do believe there was quite a celebration that night while I was in the hospital!! Then we were all together at the airport in DC as Trigg arrived from Korea. I remember how excited Becky & Stuart were. We all went back to our house where all 3 of our sons passed Trigg around amongst themselves nonstop. A couple of years later Tim spent a summer living with Becky and Stuart doing an internship - he loved them like his own family. Of course, a few years later they were there when he married. We all have just grown together and loved each other. Becky we will miss you but you will always be a part of our family - I'll remember you giving Tim his first haircut. Know that Stuart & Trigg continue to be part of us.
Melita Glavin
June 9, 2010
My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time and in the days ahead. My deepest condolences.
June 9, 2010
Stuart and Trigg,
We love you!
The Lanes
David, Janelda, Timmy, Gabe, Bethany & Brandon
Debbie Satterfield
June 8, 2010
Becky, wonderful, caring, special,funny,amazing cousin. How fortunate I am to have had you in my life.Long lovely summers at Wickland and on my grandparents farm. Then not knowing you, loosing contact for many years.Yet the connection was still there and how easy it felt with you when we met again at the Trigg Family renunion . How incredibly special it was for you to come to my daughter's senior recital. You will be missed by all.
Leon & Sallie Abbas
June 8, 2010
She was such a lovely member of our church and contributed so much. Her smile expressed such a warm friendliness. In this loss, may there be comfort for you in God's hands and through the support of friends.
June 8, 2010
Prayers are with your family.
Linda Riley Sonne
Christy Smith
June 8, 2010
I wanted to extend my condolences to Becky's family. While I lost contact with her over the years since high school, I have been thinking of her often since learning of her illness. I remember Becky as a friend and as a kind, cheerful and caring person.
Christy Seyle Smith
Class of 1970, Bardstown High School
Donna Burghardt
June 8, 2010
Donna Burghardt...I did not personally know Becky but am friends w/Candy Johnson who loved her & prayed for her recovery...I was on her prayer chain & knew the Lord would do His work; now she is w/him watching over her loved ones...her fight is over & she's at peace...I pray for God to surround all who knew & loved her w/peace & comfort at this difficult time :) xoxo
June 8, 2010
Stuart,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your son, and other members of your family as you pass thru this difficult time.
Rich Phillips
Melissa Beaman
June 8, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brenda Donahue
June 8, 2010
In high school, Becky was intelligent, a fun person to be around and just an all around pleasant person. Her smile, energy and helpful hand were always there. My condolences to the family and especially Stuart and Trigg. As always my prayers are with you. Brenda Parrish Donahue
John and JoNell Benson
June 8, 2010
our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time.
June 8, 2010
Dear Stuart and Trigg, Eric and I are here for you now and always. Very Truly, jill
June 8, 2010
Stuart, words cannot express my feelings for you and Trigg. Please let me know if we can help in any way. Doug Jones
Jeff & Peggy Hardesty
June 8, 2010
We love you all and are praying for your family. Becky will be the brightest star in heaven. . . .
June 8, 2010
Ellen Scott, Cary, NC
June 8, 2010
Trigg and Stuart: You have been and remain in my thoughts and prayers. -- Gantt Edmiston
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