Photo courtesy of Proctor Funeral Home - Camden
Camden, Arkansas
Nov 23, 1953 – Oct 18, 2020 (Age 66)
Rush F. Hobbs, Jr., 66, of Russellville, AR passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2020. He was born November 23, 1953 in Forrest City, AR and was the son of Rush F. Hobbs, Sr. and Mary Helen Phillips Hobbs. He was preceded in death by his dad in 2011 and his mom in 2017. He was employed at Proctor Funeral Home in Camden, AR and was married to Laura Hobbs. He is a 1972 graduate of Forrest City High School and a 1975 graduate of Dallas Institute of Mortuary Science. He was a member of the Watson Chapel Baptist Church.
Rush is survived by his wife Laura (and six cats), one brother, Thurman Hobbs and wife Donna of Maumelle, AR, one sister, Pamela Hobbs Jones and husband Larry of Forrest City, AR, and three very special nieces, Melissa Jones Wallace, Lindsey Jones Morris and Hallie Hobbs. He is also survived by two great nieces, Taylor Wallace and Melaina Morris and one great nephew, Tanner Wallace. Rush also had a host of very special cousins.
Rush was an avid Harley Motorcycle rider and was a member of the Toad Suck Chapter in Conway, AR. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge 198 and Scottish Rite in Forrest City, AR. He also has a Real Estate License.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Forrest Park Cemetery in Forrest City, AR. Bro. Todd Howard and Rev. Steve Mullens will officiate the service. Viewing will be at Proctor Funeral Home in Camden Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The family asks that any memorials may be made to Watson Chapel Baptist Church or the charity of donors choice.
Read MoreI met him through my daughter, who worked with him in Pine Bluff. Always had something nice to say. Always had a smile for you. Prayers to his family for comfort.
Lou Shell
October 24, 2020 | Pine Bluff, AR | Friend
I am glad I had the opportunity of working with him for a short time at Proctor funeral home. Praying for the family.
Jason Floyd
October 22, 2020 | Camden, AR | Coworker
Rest In Peace my longtime friend! Will miss your emails & messages from our days of early motorcycle days!
Gary Burfield
October 22, 2020 | Hardy, AR | Friend
our deepest sympathy at this time. Rush was a kind soul and good friend. Professional to a T. God bless and rest in peace
kenny adams
October 22, 2020 | LITTLE ROCK, AR | Friend
You were a good friend that I met 30 years ago . I enjoyed riding motorcycles with you . You will be missed my friend .
Anthony and Stephanie Jarrett
October 22, 2020 | BENTON, AR
I'm gonna miss that big smile. No doubt we will see it again one day in Heaven. Laura we are keeping you and the rest of the family in our prayers. Love you dear cousin.
Sherri Payne
October 22, 2020 | Bethel Springs, TN | Family
Laura ,May God bless you and our family in this time of sorrow. Our hearts are so saddened for your loss. He was such a wonderful man and cousin. We will be praying for you . Please keep in touch We love you! Les and Linda.
Les and Linda Kitchell
October 21, 2020 | Mountain Home, AR | Family
I have know Rush almost 60 years, My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Rush Hobbs Jr as you struggle through the grief and sadness. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Sam Threat
October 21, 2020 | Palestine, AR | Friend
I have know Rush almost 60 years, My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Rush Hobbs Jr as you struggle through the grief and sadness.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Sam Threat
October 21, 2020 | Palestine, AR | Friend