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for Paul Hudson
Edward and Dianna Poindexter
March 16, 2024
Today, We remember Coach Hudson, he coached my husband, brother in laws and friends. Everyone that knew him was a better person after playing for him. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to his family.
Terrako Saxton
April 18, 2007
I have too many memories too many memories to list of this great man. He meant so much to me as a young teenager as he did many other inner city kids. The first time I saw him i just wanted to ask him if freshman were going to condition with the rest of the team. He said yes get in line. At that time I was far from ready and not even dressed to run around that track but I didn't even question him. That was the beginning of a great relationship. Throughout my time at Linden Mckinley he was like a father to me. He was there to love me, push me, or give that kick in the behind if needed. He never settled for half effort and would push you to levels you would never think you could meet.
Every young man should have one man to look up to. Coach Hudson impacted many. He left something to everyone that came into contact with him. He left an impression on my brother and he never even played for him. He had a saying that he would say everyday in practice and I use it today:"Your burning daylight". He would say this when we were wasting time. He spent many years doing a great service to the inner city. I want to say thank you for helping mold me into the man i am today. You will be missed in the community. May God bless the Hudson family
Linden Mckinley class of 1993
Pastor Samuel Jefferson
April 18, 2007
WITH SADNESS...
Coach Paul Hudson was not just a coach for sportting events, but was a coach to all students at Linden.
I was not on any of his teams, but yet bless to have known him as coach. He was a coach in helping direct my life in staying focus in school to acheive life's dreams.
My prayers for the the family and God's comfort during this time of lost.May you all remember the wonderful times he left to cherish.
Linden McKinley
Class of "93"
Rickie & Gwendoyn Canada
April 18, 2007
We would like to express our heart felt sympathy in the passing of Paul. My husband Rickie has been the local Education Director for Waldorf Lodge #76 in Dayton, OH for the pass four years. He was always helpful, taking his time to talk with Rick about any questions he had concerning the rules, where to find information and attended his Local Oratorical Contests. We will miss his leadership and friendship.
Lucindy Luckett & Family
April 17, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. Mr Hudson was great with my sons and daughter,
as a administrator and wrestling coach to my son tyray. He was a brother Elk to me and coworker. We will miss him.
Michelle (Fayson) Miller
April 17, 2007
To The Family of Paul Hudson:
I was truly saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Hudson. His caring and kind spirit will be truly missed. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linden-McKinley High School
Class of 1980
Anita Harris-Smith, Linden Mckinley HS, Class of 1975
April 16, 2007
My Dear Friend “Hud”,
There are no words to express how broken hearted I am, or how much I am going to miss you. You have been my friend since I was 17 years old, 33 years. I had the privilege of not only being one of your first female football managers as a student, but I also had your friendship all of my adult life. You called me the “keeper of secrets”, but you were the one who I could tell my secrets to. You taught me that a true friend is one who you can agree with, argue with, tell you when you’re wrong and still be your friend. Before I met you there was not one man that I cared about, but you helped me see the funny side of men and people in general. When I met Chris, I knew why you loved her so much. I’m glad she has been in your life and gave you two beautiful children who made you proud. You achieved so much in your lifetime which I’m sure has made your family very proud. I will miss our talks. I will miss making you laugh. I am honored to say that you are my friend and I know that we will see each other again.
Tony Richardson
April 16, 2007
To the family of Coach Paul Hudson
My deepest condolences go out to you in this time of sadness, to loose a love one is never easy. May it be comfort to you to know coach touched alot of student lives in his years as a coach and A.D. at Linden McKinley and Africentric Early College. He will be truely missed by all.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Tony Richardson
Linden McKinley
Class of 1980
President of Africentric
Village Counsel/PTA
Pong Thongsavanh
April 16, 2007
Coach Hudson was a great motivator. I remember when I first went out for the wrestling. If it wasn't for Coach Hudson pushing me to do my best I would have gave before the season began. I was lucky enough to have him coached me for 2 years at Linden McKinley.
My prayers are with the family of a GREAT MAN.
Pong Thongsavanh
Linden McKinley (Class of 1993)
Wrestled for Coach Hudson
akila
April 16, 2007
WOW would be one of things I would say about Mr. Hudson. Straight from the hip it came and his no non-sense ways when it came it came. Mr. was and will always be a moltivating factor to my life. He will be missed.
Melinda Damron-Poling
April 16, 2007
My prayers are with the family of Coach Hudson. He was and will always be remembered for being a caring individual. Most students that worked with him, knew this about him, and it might be a little late, but THANK YOU for all that you did do for all of the students lives that you helped to enrich. My first year of high school has been adored due to my time as a "manager" of the football team, and I will never forget those times, as they were the most revered in my high school years.
Don Bess
April 16, 2007
To a man who had a very positive presence on everyone. Paul's impact on the students and colleagues who played and worked with him will never be forgotten. My condolences.
Don Bess
Robert Niece
April 16, 2007
Paul Hudson “Leader and Head Coach”
Coach, when I played football for you I could not understand why you worked us so hard in practice, but as an adult I understand every moment of all of those practices. They have prepared me for every day I wakeup to face the world. Thanks for preparing me for life and all of its challenges.
God Bless you and your Family
Robert E. Niece
Class of 1978
Saundrea Hunter
April 16, 2007
To the Hudson Family;
There are no words to express the depths of my compassion. Those of us who had the honor of meeting Paul Hudson know what it is to meet a "real man". Coach Hudson was the same no matter when/where I ran into him. A straight shooting, no nonsense, frank talking man of character, and I was blessed to have shared a smile, a laugh, a joke and a word of encouragement from him.
"WELL DONE THY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT".....the world is an emptier place without you coach....
Warren H. & Clarence Ella Hall
April 15, 2007
Christina and Family
Our prayers are that God will give you strength to help you with the loss of your love one. Chris I know you will have some down time but look to God he is the one that will give you strength to face each day if you will just ask him. We will keep you in our prayer.
Brian Estes
April 15, 2007
Coach Hudson,
From the first day that I met you, I stood in awe of your presence. I know that the world is a busy place and that we lost contact. I will never forget though the final words you gave to us as seniors as we walked out of that gym for the final time- "here is my phone number, and it will never change. When you need me just call." Those words rang true for the first few years after high school I called on you for recommendations for college and such. You were my first role model, the first man that I can recall that cared about my well being. Coach you once wrote in a recommendation letter, " he may not be the best athlete, but he'll give 110% in every endeavor." And Coach, I just want you to know that those words inspired me to give a 110% on every play in my life. I may not be where I want to be; but, thanks to you and God, I haven't given up yet.
I want to thank your family for lending you to us those long evenings and long weekends of travel. He helped make men out of everyone that he touched. I can honestly say that I am a better man for his presence in my life.
Brian Estes
Linden McKinley HS
Class of 1990
Football and Wrestling
David Jarvis
April 15, 2007
As A young man,
I never really Knew whos word and teachings, would Have an Impact on my life Untill much Later in Life. Paul Hudson Was More Than A coach. He Has been there at my side through 3 Combat Tours, and every day I go to work for Columbus Fire. I know What he ment To Me, I'm just not Sure If he Knew what Impact he had On all Of Us he coached. Now I Coach Little Football players, and His Teachings Live On for another Generation...
Mary Reid
April 15, 2007
Chris,
You and the family have my deepest sympathy. He is at peace now and know longer suffering. I will remember you all in my prayers.
Tracy hicks
April 15, 2007
To The Hudson Family,
God looked around his garden
and saw an empty place.
He then looked down on earth,
and saw Paul's tired face.
He put his arms around him
and lifted him to rest.
God's garden must be a beautiful place,
He only takes the best.
He knew that he would never
get well on earth again.
He saw the road getting rough
and the hills hard to climb,
so he closed Paul's eyes
and whispered "Peace Be Thine".
Your loved one is with Jesus in a home that's filled with bliss. There are no tears in Heaven, no more heartache and no pain. Only Love and Happiness for all Eternity.
God Bless You.
Tania Brown-Price
April 15, 2007
He was the best no nonsense A.D. I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. May you rest in peace.
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