Charles Kirby Hudson

1935 - 2024

Charles Kirby Hudson

Charles Kirby Hudson, born May 26, 1935, passed away peacefully at his home in Richmond, VA, on September 18, 2024. He lived life to the fullest and bravely fought kidney failure until he met his heavenly father. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, James William Hudson and Naomi Wilborn Hudson; sisters, Ruth Hudson, Mary Alice Arrington (Kerns), Clarice Hudson, Doris "Dot" Hudson; and brother, William "Bill" Hudson. He is survived by his wife, Jewell; daughter, Dawn Lock (Jason); granddaughter, Sara Lock; four nieces, Frances Perkins (Jimmy), Ruby Thompson, Mary Lou Dunn, Elizabeth "Libby" Slagle (Roger); and nephew, William "Billy" Arrington (Joan); and a host of great-nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is also survived by special cousins, Worth (Shirla) Hudson and Audrey Grinstead.

Charles retired from J. Sargent Reynolds Community College as Director of Finance and pursued his passion for real estate with Napier ERA. As much as he loved helping individuals with their real estate needs, his true joy was spending time with family, friends, and perhaps his greatest happiness was spending time with his granddaughter, Sara. From infancy on, nothing brought a smile to his face quicker than seeing Sara. She truly was the "apple of his eye."

He loved meeting and talking with people and never met a stranger. He served in the US Army and was a proud Virginian and the consummate host, always ensuring all were enjoying a wonderful time.

The family will receive friends at Bliley's Funeral Home, 3801 Augusta Ave, on Friday, September 27, 2024, from 5 to 8 p.m., followed by a service on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Richmond's First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Ave, at 11:30 a.m. Charles will return home to his birthplace, 2229 Hudson Rd. Virgilina, VA 24598, for viewing, on Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. A graveside service at 3 p.m. will follow at North Fork Baptist Church Cemetery, located at 5124 N Fork Church Rd. Virgilina, VA 24598.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Ave., Richmond, VA 23220 or Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306.