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David Hobbs Obituary
Sheriff David C. Hobbs, 58, passed away November 27, 2017 peacefully in Tallahassee, Florida, surrounded by his immediate family.
Hobbs was born March 29, 1959 in Monticello, Florida to Betty C. Hobbs and the late Amos A. Hobbs.
Hobbs dedicated his life to serving the community he loved. Hobbs career began in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve from 1976-1982. His law enforcement career began as a Florida Highway Patrol Trooper in 1976. He then spent 8 years as a Sheriff's Deputy, and the last 12 years as the Sheriff of Jefferson County. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, in Monticello.
Some of his honors and affiliations include: Board of Directors, Florida Sheriff's Association, 2004-2008; Board of Managers, Florida Risk Management Fund, 2014; Governor Appointment to Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, 2014; Board Member, 4-H Advisory Committee; Recipient, Veterans of Foreign Wars Golden Medal Award for Law Enforcement Officer of the Year, 2004; Letters of Commendation, Florida Highway Patrol Troupe H for Outstanding Productivity; GEM Award, Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles; Bronze Awards, United Way, 2004-2012; Member, Rotary International; Chamber of Commerce Award for government official that has contributed the most to the Chamber and Community; Distinguished Citizen Award, Boy Scouts of America, 2012; Instrumental in Legislation Requiring State Drivers License and ID cards to identify sexual offenders; implemented Cops and Kids program to give bicycles to under privileged children during Christmas; Implemented Project Life Saver to aide in search for persons with special needs; organized department fundraisers: United Way, American Cancer Society, and the Senior Citizen Center of Jefferson County.
He was preceded in death by his father Amos A. Hobbs and his sister Ann Hobbs. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Brenda G. Hobbs; daughter, Brittany Hobbs Bishop (Glen), expecting the arrival of the 1st "set of grandchildren", twin boys Benjamin David and Wesley Hobbs Bishop; his mother Betty C. Hobbs; sisters Helen Lewis (Ikie), Sherrell Dills (Ron); brother Ferrell (Kaye), sister-in-laws Debbie Hartsfield and Mary Lynn Anderson (Demott); and a multitude of nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Friday, December 1, 2017 from 5-8 p.m. at Beggs Funeral Home, Monticello Chapel. The funeral will be held Saturday, December 2, at 1:00 p.m., at First Baptist Church in Monticello, FL with internment to follow at Bethel Cemetery on Boston Highway, in Monticello.
David will be remembered by his contagious smile, firm handshake, and unwavering faith in God. His integrity, wisdom and love for his family and community are just some of the many things that will be cherished by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in honor of Sheriff Hobbs to the Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches, Inc. (PO Box 2000 Boys Ranch, FL 32064.)
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Memories and Condolences
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SW Ellis
November 24, 2020
Really miss not having you to call when I need to bounce off some information. There will never be any one who can fill your shoes.
Blessings to you and your Family
Jackie Gaffney
November 24, 2020
I will forever miss my classmate, friend, and best sheriff Jefferson county ever had. Let's not forget the smile!
McElhenny Family
December 2, 2017
What an Amazing Man/Sheriff David Hobbs was truly one of a kind and truly loved his community. Its been a true pleasure to have known him for 14 years and how he helped us many times. He will be missed by so many especially his wonderful family. I know he was so excited to meet his grandbabies as we spoke of what fun he will have with two to love ( we too have twin grandbabies and i shared how much fun it is) and i know he will be watching them from Heaven above and we pray for his family as their lives have changed forever but to say you have an husband and father that so many looked up to i hope can help you through this
Prayers for him wife, daughter, son in law and those sweet grand boys Benjamin and Wesley
Liz Thigpen
December 2, 2017
David, you were truly one of a kind. Thank you for your service and being a wonderful person. To Ms. Betty, Brenda, Brittany, Glen and the babies, My heart is broken and I pray that GOD comforts each and every one of you.
M. Mitchell
December 2, 2017
Sheriff Hobbs was genuine, professional, and kind; a true Servant Leader. Trusting The Holy Spirit to comfort the Hobbs' Family during this time. Praying God's Peace.
Robert Neal & Sherry DeVane
December 1, 2017
I want to thank David for often checking in on my mother after daddy passed. Your presence at my mothers funeral was a comfort.
Brenda you and your family have been on our minds and in our hearts since we learned about David Passing. We wish you the best and our prayers go out to you.
Lilla Kirksey Anderson & Vanessa L. Wilson and Family
December 1, 2017
With Deepest Sympathy,
Celebrating a life well-lived!!!!!
Sometimes it's hard to understand the loss of one so dear, but the comfort of a loving God is always near. May God who is able to sustain us through everything, grant each of you with HIS perfect peace at this time and always.
Jefferson County has suffered a great lost, but GOD IS STILL IN CHARGE!!!
Rest Easy Sheriff.............
SW Ellis
December 1, 2017
So Sorry you were not able to beat the Monster Cancer. Thank you for your kindness and professionalism in all our encounters. Your Work will speak for you with people in the area,
Prayer and Blessings to your family. You will be very missed by all who knew you.
R. I. P.
Joyce Alpine
December 1, 2017
My heart breaks for Brenda, Brittany, Glen, Mrs. Hobbs and the whole family. I was truly blessed that I got to know David and that he and Brenda were in my life and my friends. I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. David will live in your hearts forever and will continue to watch over you. A good man taken way to early in his life.
RIP David.....
Teresa Norton-McQuay
December 1, 2017
Such an awesome man of God. Sheriff Hobbs work spoke for him. Praying for the family.
Tara Russell
December 1, 2017
We share your grief in this time of bereavement and with deepest sympathy and condolence. I will miss seeing Sheriff Hobbs patrolling traffic around town in the mornings on my way to work.
bobo poppell
December 1, 2017
you will be missed by whole by the whole county an more.
Jackie Gaffney
December 1, 2017
You will truly be missed,God has added another servant. Love you David!! Classmate 1977 !!! Blessing from my family to yours.
Carrie Norton
November 30, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
November 30, 2017
Rest in Peace David. I will cherish your friendship and memories forever. To Brenda Brittany,Glen, Ms.Betty please know yall are in my prayers. David will forever hold a special place in my heart. He will be greatly missed. May God bless all of you during this difficult time. David -Go rest high on that mountain your work here on earth is done. Go to Heaven a shouting for the Father and the Son. RIP. You are missed.
Sharon Woodson-Enoch
November 30, 2017
Gods continued strength for the Hobbs Family
Steve & Beverly Duinkerken
November 30, 2017
Rest in Peace David Hobbs, You were one of a kind gentleman to everyone. We want to thank god for sharing you and your smile with us.
Louiza Howard
November 30, 2017
The Howard Family
Louiza Howard
November 30, 2017
To Be Absent From The Body To Be Present With The Lord.My Family Appreciate
November 30, 2017
TO THE FAMILY OF MR. DAVID,
MAY THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT CONSOLE YOU EACH & GIVE YOU PEACE.
THE LORD BLESS & KEEP YOU ALWAYS.
NOW YOU HAVE A "SPECIAL ANGEL" WATCHING OVER YOU ALL.
HOLD ON TO THOSE "PRECIOUS MEMORIES" YOU HAVE OF MR. DAVID.
PRAISE GOD, MR. DAVID IS RESTING SAFE IN THE ARMS OF JESUS.
ONE DAY AT A TIME SWEET JESUS.
WHAT A GLAD REUNION DAY THAT WILL BE WHEN YOU ALL SEE MR. DAVID IN HEAVEN.
PRAYERS FOR ALL.
B. J. & Shirley Presnal,
Jason C. Kingry,
Quincy, Florida
Rose Hall
November 30, 2017
A true soldier with a heart of love for everyone. May you rest in peace Sheriff Hobbs, you will truly be missed.
ELDER JOE COLSON, JR AND FAMILY
November 30, 2017
PRAYER ARE WITH YOU'LL!
Juanita Plummer
November 30, 2017
This humanitarian will never be forgotten be the people of Jefferson County. he served Faithfully will love and care for the community he served. The community and the world need more David Hobbs. We shared the same birth month and day, he said we are some blessed individuals to share the same month and day, and would smile, a smile that made you feel and know he was genuine and it will be that smile and words of wisdom and the example he set that I will cherish. Out of our midst but never will he be forgotten.
Willie Bivens
November 30, 2017
I never met Sheriff Hobbs personally. Each time I saw him he was visiting various churches in Jefferson county. That made a lasting impression with me. He always had a smile on his face. Family, keep his precious memories alive. May the Lord bless and keep each of you.
November 30, 2017
Thank you for your amazing service, David. My sympathy to the entire family. Lillie Anne Hacker Andrews
November 30, 2017
To the Hobbs family my the Lord Bless and keep y'all my the twins grow up and know how special their Grandfather were my he Rip.
Alison Evans
November 29, 2017
Sending prayers of gratitude for this man and prayers of comfort for his family. He was full of faith, strongly committed to family and always willing to support a friend in need.
Thank you for your friendship, Sheriff. Just call me David he would reply
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