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Judith Hobbs Obituary
(Bjorn) Hobbs, 75
GOFFSTOWN, N.H. -- Judith A. (Bjorn) Hobbs, 75, of Goffstown, NH, passed away in Bedford, NH on Dec. 6, 2013 at the Arbors of Bedford after a courageous 10 year battle with Alzheimer's disease.
She was born in Portland, on August 11, 1938 to Thomas and Ruth (Dwyer) Bjorn and raised at Falmouth Foreside. She raised her family in Hampden, Maine and moved to Derry, NH upon retirement. Her final years before her illness were spent in Hope, Maine.
She attended Falmouth High School and was a 1960 graduate of the University of Maine at Orono.
She taught at the McGraw Elementary School in Hampden, for 15 years from 1968 to 1983. She also taught in Bradley, Maine and Greenbush, Maine.
She was a well-known high school basketball player in Falmouth. She enjoyed genealogy, gardening, the outdoors and basketball. She especially enjoyed her time with her grandchildren.
She was married to Harville 'Elston' Hobbs for 45 years. Elston passed away in 2005.
Surviving is a daughter, Michelle H. McBride of Manchester, NH, a son, Steven T. Hobbs and his wife, Jennifer, of Goffstown, NH; six grandchildren, James J. McBride, Sean T. McBride, both of Hudson, Fla., Christopher T. Hobbs of Glenburn, Emily J. Taber, Colby T. Hobbs and Zachary A. Hobbs, all of Goffstown, NH; a brother, Richard Bjorn and his wife, Judith, of Farmington; and nieces, nephews and cousins.
Calling hours are Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., Manchester, NH. The funeral is Friday at 1 p.m. at the John Street United Methodist Church, 98 John St., Camden, Maine. The Rev. Peg Moser will officiate. Committal prayers will follow at LaSalle Cemetery in Searsmont, Maine. To leave a message of condolence, visit www.lambertfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations may be made to:
The Raish Peavey Haskell
Endowment Fund
EMHC Foundation
P.O. Box 931
Bangor, ME 04401 or
The Alzheimer's Association
5 Bedford Farms Dr.
Bedford, NH 03110
Judith A. (Bjorn) Hobbs
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December 12, 2013
My sympathies to your families. Mrs. Hobbs was a favorite of mine. She made a significant impact in my life including her love of education. She was always encouraging me even in my adult years. My mother babysat Michelle while Mrs. Hobbs taught school in Bradley. Anita Haskell arranged a reunion for my family with your mother before she became ill. All so special. She will always remain with you and me. Fond memories, Ethellena Shorette Hill
December 12, 2013
I remember Mrs. Hobbs as my second grade teacher, had a lot of respect for her she taught me many things in those young years. So sorry for your loss.
Richard Boone
December 10, 2013
I remember Mrs. Hobbs as one of my teachers at Viola Rand School in Bradley, she was great and one of the things I was so impressed with was her aquarium she had at her apartment in Bradley she rented from Spike Richards. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Debbie Mckenzie Coffey
December 9, 2013
Michelle and Steven, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your families. I have very fond memories growing up and doing things with our moms, and my brother. She was a special lady and will be missed by all. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Ziegler
December 9, 2013
My sincere sympathy to the entire family. I taught at McGraw School with Judy as the Phys. ED. Teacher and enjoyed talking with Judy about sports, especially basketball. She was a very dedicated teacher and friend to many.. I am the boys soccer goalkeeper coach at Falmouth High where Judy went to High School...
Laura Montminy
December 9, 2013
Our love and sympathy go out to all of you! Judy was a light in this world!
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