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David Hobson Obituary

David Hobson Of Los Altos, California, came west from Massachusetts with his wife Kathy in 1969. They were married for 40 years. David's career was spent in the electronics industry where he was a manufacturer's representative and owned ISC, a distribution company. He later founded and owned TrackData Systems, which provides services and software systems to the international pari-mutuel racing industry. David was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a past President of Fairbrae Swim and Tennis Club of Sunnyvale and was the Publisher of National Greyhound Update. David died at home surrounded by family on April 27, 2008 after a long illness. He was devoted to his wife and two children, Kurt and Emily and was an avid sportsman, particularly when it came to fishing. David grew up in Weymouth, Massachusetts and was the son of the late Prescott Hobson and Carlita Hunt. In addition to his wife, son and daughter, David leaves his son-in-law Tim Mitchell and daughter-in-law Nicole Rossi. He also leaves his two brothers Ron Hobson and Glenn Hobson, and cousin, Rodney Hobson. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Pathways Hospice, 585 North Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 or Save Our Wild Salmon, 200 First Ave. West, Suite 201, Seattle, WA 98119.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Apr. 29, 2008.

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Mary Ellen White

May 4, 2008

I grew up on Pleasant Street in Weymouth next door to the Hobson's. I have many fond memories of the Hobson boys and of their mother calling for them at supper time. With deepest sympathy.

Mary Ellen White

May 4, 2008

With deepest sympathy to the Hobson family. My family lived next door on Pleasant Street in Weymouth and have fond memories growing up with the Hobson's. God bless you all at this difficult time.

George Breuel

May 3, 2008

Dave and I met while in the Air Force stationed in Germany. A friendship that was to last a life time followed. To Kathy, his bride of 40 years and his children, I offer my deepest sympathies. He was my friend and I shall miss him.

Anne (Sweeney) Vitale

May 1, 2008

Dave was a handsome kid from Weymouth. I am very sorry to hear of his passing.
Anne (Sweeney) Vitale
Weymouth/Florida

Daria Heslin

May 1, 2008

Dave was a genrous man with quick wit always fun to be around. I always could count on asking about computer technical solution without a fail. He left big void,but many good memories. Rest now in peace.
With sincere sympathy,
Love, Daria

Robert (Bo) Service

May 1, 2008

David was a unique individual.
I had the pleasure of knowing Dave through high school and we wound up being stationed together in the USAF
@ Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany.
We spent a lot of good times together in Germany and at Wheelus Air Base in Libyia. My sincere condolences to David's family. You are in My prayers.

Elaine Meuse

May 1, 2008

Rest in peace,David. I remember fondly the many high school classes we shared . He was a kind and gentle man.

Elaine Bugbee Meuse

Patti Hansen and Jed Keller

April 29, 2008

We will remember Dave and his great sense of humor. He will be missed. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help.

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