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Michael Ray Hobbs
1953 - 2021
Michael Ray Hobbs
1953 - 2021
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BORN
1953
DIED
2021
Michael Hobbs Obituary
Michael Ray Hobbs, age 67, of Nash, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 30, 2021 in a local hospital.
Mike was born February 14, 1953 in Harper, Kansas. He was in foodservice for over forty-four years and was currently with Pleasant Grove Independent School District and a member of the First Baptist Church Wake Village, Texas. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend, but his absolute favorite role was that of Papa. He was a very hands-on Papa and he had an incredibly special gift with and love for children. On any given day, you could find Mike entertaining and horse-playing with the children, they brought him so much joy.
Mike loved his family and was always looking forward to the next gathering with them. He had a servant’s heart and if anyone ever needed help, he was always there to lend a hand. One of his favorite hobbies was yard work and he spent many hours working in the yard and quite often, you would find him mowing multiple neighbors’ yards. He truly loved being outdoors! He also enjoyed playing a mean game of cards or dominoes, an occasional road trip to visit family, and he was known for being the life of the party.
He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, Harry and Diana Hobbs, his mother and stepfather, Evelyn and Ivan Holmes.
He is survived by his loving wife of forty-one years, Donna Hobbs of Nash, Texas; son, Brent (Julia) Hobbs of Texarkana, Texas; daughters, Cristine Hobbs of Castle Rock, Colorado and Amanda (Andrew) Smith of Lowell, Arkansas; in-laws, Robert and Cheryl Huffman of Little Rock, Arkansas; brothers, Dennis (Pam) Hobbs of St. Louis, Missouri, Bradley Hobbs of Texarkana, Texas, Pat (Trudy) Hobbs of Dodge City, Kansas, Bill (Lyndora) Hobbs of Bloomington, Indiana, Lee (Shelley) Hobbs of Mitchell, Indiana, and Danny (Mary) Strouse of Wichita, Kansas; sisters, Vickie (Sam) Crowe of Bloomfield, Indiana, Tracie (Neil) Crowder of Loveland, Colorado, Teresa Holmes of Wichita, Kansas, Julia McMahon of Spencer, Indiana, and Gretia Deckard of Bloomington, Indiana; grandchildren, Zane Thompson, Emily and Dylan Hobbs, and Hudson and Hadley Smith as well as numerous other relatives and friends.
A celebration of Mike’s life will be held Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 3:00 pm at First Baptist Wake Village with Bro. Scott Neathery officiating. Visitation will be from 1:30 pm until time of the service. The family requests masks be worn and social distancing practiced.
For those unable to attend, there will be a live stream of the service that can be found on YouTube, or at www.fbcwakevillage.org.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Wake Village, 820 Wake Avenue, Wake Village, Texas 75501.
Sue Smith
February 26, 2021
Dear Donna, Words cannot express how sorry I am to find out Mike's passing . I kept looking for him out working in his yard and realized something must be wrong! It is terrible to live so close and be so disconnected. I had a major incident with my cell phone and lost your number or I would have called. Mike will be so missed in the neighborhood as he always had a bright smile and wave when I drove by!
If I can do anything to help you please let me know! I will be happy to help out with Sadie or anything else you need.
Love and sympathy for you and your family,
Sue Smith
Chris Gonzalez
February 20, 2021
Donna and family, I just found out about this and was shocked and saddened. Mike was generous, kind-hearted... always treated my son, Grant, like his own... I particularly enjoyed his competitive side, whether it was a Wii bowling game or horseshoes... we always laughed and had fun. Although I haven't had any contact with him for a while, I know he is loving his new home, with sprawling yard, and will be sadly missed by the whole family. RIP Mr Hobbs
Respectfully
Chris and Grant Gonzalez
Karen Reed
February 9, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all you .
Carol Novinger-Hicks
February 9, 2021
I have many happy memories of Mike. We grew up in the same neighborhood in South Meade. There were a lot of families with many kids, we all got along. I was in the same Class of '71 with Mike. Always fun to be with, always kind. See you at the house Mike!
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David Witt
February 7, 2021
Mike was a great guy that I worked with for many years at K-mac. He will be missed but I will see him in heaven!!!
Torrie Grelle
February 6, 2021
Donna, Brent & Amanda,
Kerry & I are so broken hearted over the loss of Mike. We have many fond memories of having you all as wonderful friends & neighbors. Holding you all close in our thoughts & continued prayers.
Much Love,
Kerry & Torrie Grelle
Alex and Colten Walker
February 6, 2021
We are so sorry for your lost. You and your family are in ours prayers. We are forever grateful for all the love and support you and Mr. Mike showed for us.
February 5, 2021
See you soon my best grade school friend.
Susan and Mark Salih
February 5, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy and we enjoyed knowing him and being in church together. He always had a smile on his face.
With our deepest sympathy and love to you all.
Shirley Batts
February 5, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
February 4, 2021
We were all very saddened to hear of Mr. Hobbs passing and we pray that the Hobbs family can somehow find peace and solace at this difficult time.
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Ashley Reed
February 4, 2021
It was a pleasure working with you
Natalie Rushing
February 3, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Mike`s passing. He was always the friendliest man. I am keeping his family in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Perkins & family
February 3, 2021
Our hearts sank at the news of Mike’s passing. We passed by your house last night and commented on how nice Mike’s yard always looked, only to find today that he no longer here, but in paradise. Praise the Lord that Mike was undoubtedly a follower and faithful servant of Christ! Hobbs family—we are sad with you, but find hope knowing you will see him again. We know you’re hurt far too well after Joe Paul passed in September. We will be praying for peace for you all.
Delbert and Shan Barton
February 3, 2021
So sorry for you loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
LISA DOUGLAS
February 3, 2021
My heart is saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Donna and family my love and prayers go out to you all.
April Winfrey
February 3, 2021
Mrs. Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be your strength during this time.
Pattye Nethery
February 3, 2021
My thoughts are with you and the family. My fondest memories were the big gatherings and Harry and Diane's house. The card games, the laughter, the love.
Lisa Russ Shockley
February 2, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss Donna. I am praying for you and all of your family. Mike was the sweetest guy. Always happy and always a smile on his face.
Stacy Bittle Lincavage
February 2, 2021
Amanda, Brent, and family -
We are saddened to hear about your father. Mr. Hobbs was fun to be around and a great Christian man. Many years ago, Mr. Hobbs use to call my dad’s office and prank call my dad.
I remember that he always had a smile on his face.
Your family is in our prayers and we are truly sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
The Lincavage’s and the Bittle’s
CAROL BRANUM
February 2, 2021
Cale and I are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Cale enjoyed working with Mike and we always loved to stop and visit with him while driving thru the neighborhood. Our prayers are with you Donna and family
Annette Ashley
February 2, 2021
So sorry to hear about this but thankful he knew our Saviour. Praying for God's comfort for you all.
Diann Roy
February 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We remember his kind heart and friendly way with people. I will miss seeing and saying “Hi” to Mike on my walks, while he was working in ya’lls beautiful yard.
Jolena Hays
February 2, 2021
Jeff and I are so sorry to hear about Mike. Our prayers are with all of you guys.
Jerry Gonzalez
February 2, 2021
Mike and Donna were the first people we met when my wife and I moved here from Houston. We were neighbors in Nash. They were the welcome to the neighborhood committee. When our kids came along they would get so excited when Mr Mike would wave and say hi to them from across the street or come over and visit. Mike was definitely into his yard work. My other neighbor and I used to joke that Mike made us look bad because we weren't out there as often as Mike and our yards didn't look as good. I can also vouch for the fact that Mike would sometimes ride his lawnmower across the street and mow my front yard. My kids were still little when we moved away. My son, now a teenager, started at PGMS this fall. His first day of school, he got home and was excited to tell us that Mr Mike had seen him in the cafeteria and yelled across the room to tell him hi. It made a stressful day a little brighter for him. Mike will be missed by all of us. Our condolences to Donna, the kids, grandkids, and rest of the family.
Maggie (Pardy) Mentzel
February 2, 2021
May God bless your family with His peace during this time.
Ricky Nichols
February 2, 2021
Michael was a great Christian man and always had a smile on his face when would see him in the McDonald's or around the neighborhood. He will be truly missed.
Ricky and Pam Nichols.
vicki lynn
February 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Crystal Funderburg
February 2, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person who had the heart of gold. I workedcwith Mike at DQ in New Boston,Texas. He would make work fun and always jike around with the employees and customers.
Diana Arnold
February 2, 2021
I am so sorry for the loss of Mike May God comfort you and your family during your time of sorrow.
Steve vanderpool
February 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.May you rest in peace old friend.
Debbie Hobbs meadows
February 1, 2021
So sorry for your loss my my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Sonya Parks-Riles
February 1, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Michael Sewell
February 1, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Penny Cole
February 1, 2021
I am so sad to hear of Mike’s passing. I will miss seeing him working in the yard.
Sandy Marvel
February 1, 2021
May God give you and your family peace and comfort in the coming days. You will continue to be in our prayers.
Jeff Teague
February 1, 2021
I am so sorry to learn of this. May God's peace be upon you in this difficult time. My prayers are with you.
Linda Hobbs EWELL
February 1, 2021
Mike,you are going to be missed.It was too soon for you to go but in my heart I know that you are in a better place. My prayers for Donna and the kids. May they draw comfort from all of us who loved him so much. Love Linda Hobbs Ewell.
Vickie Cummings
January 31, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Brenda Campbell
January 31, 2021
Prayers and blessings to your family. God is walking right beside you and His loving arms will hold you.
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