Robert W. "Bobby" Hudgins

February 7, 1924 - August 27, 2017

Hayes: Robert W. “Bobby” Hudgins, 93, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, August 27, 2017. Bobby served his Country during WWII in the U S Army, receiving the Purple Heart and Bronze Star medals. After his service in the Army, he worked on the water and lastly worked at Naval Weapon Station retiring after 31 years. Bobby was a faithful member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church. He enjoyed gardening and sharing his bounty with many relatives and friends. He also enjoyed his Koi fish. Bobby was a wonderful kind southern gentleman who will be missed by everyone who knew him. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Shirley Hudgins; parents, Roland and Bessie Hudgins; brothers, Roland Jr. and Findley; sisters, Millie and Winnie. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Hudgins; children, Cheryl Gibson (Fred) and Ronnie Hudgins (Tish); grandchildren, Brady Hudgins, Matthew Hudgins, Zachary Gibson and Sarah App; great grandchildren, Brianna and Tristan; step daughter, Dianne Elie (Edward); step grandchildren, Sean Fisbein and Lynsey Fisbein; and step great grandchildren, Conner and Caroline. Funeral service officiated by Reverend Carol Bookwalter will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Bena. Interment will follow in Rosewell Memorial Garden Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 29, 2017 from 7 until 8:30 p.m. at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. In memory of Bobby the family desires memorial contributions be given to Bethlehem U M Church, Building Fund, P. O. Box 185, Bena, VA 23018. Please visit www.hoggfh.com to share condolences and memories with the family.