Edward Ray Hobbs

1945 - 2015

Edward Ray Hobbs obituary, 1945-2015, Columbia, SC

BORN

1945

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Dunbar Funeral Home - Dutch Fork

7600 WOODROW ST

Irmo, South Carolina

Edward Hobbs Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 30, 2015.

Memorial Service for Edward Ray “Poppa Ray” Hobbs, 69, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2015 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel, Irmo. The family will greet friends following the service at the funeral home.



Mr. Hobbs passed away Monday, March 30, 2015. Born in Magnolia, NC, he was a son of the late George Edward Hobbs and Josie Barfield Gibbs. Mr. Hobbs was a retired general contractor. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who impacted the lives of many children.



Surviving are his wife, Carolyn Jones Hobbs; son, Steven Ray Hobbs; daughter, Kimberly Hobbs Reeser; two granddaughters, and brother, Roger Hobbs. He was preceded in death by two grandbabies.



Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2838 Devine Street, Columbia, SC 29205.



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April 7, 2015

Thinking of you. Sorry I could not be there. Sherry Parrish Broome

April 4, 2015

Karen Derrick-Chong

I was so saddened to hear of Ray's passing. May God wrap you in His loving arms and give you and your family strength and comfort.

April 4, 2015

David Faircloth

I'm sorry to hear of Rays passing. He was a good friend and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

April 3, 2015

My Thoughts and Prayers are with Ray's Family and Friends. We had a lot of good times at Windsor Terrace Growing up. Ray was a Great Friend and will be Missed. Johnny Edge

April 2, 2015

Debbie and Norman Monts

Norman and I are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences and know that we are here for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out, especially during this difficult time.

April 2, 2015

Leanah Culbrèth

We are so very sorry to hear about Ray... will keep family and friends in our thoughts. Leanah and Billy Culbreth

April 2, 2015

We are so very sorry to hear about Ray... will keep family and friends in our thoughts. Leanah and Billy Culbreth

April 2, 2015

Carolyn, Kim, & Steve
I am so sorry to hear about ray. He was one of my heroes he was like a timex watch, he just kept "ticking" no matter what life gave him. We had some great times in high school. He will always be a wonderful memory for me and many others.
Keep the faith, love frank ferretti

April 2, 2015

BILL ARCHBELL

MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE HOBBS FAMILY, I ALWAYS THOUGHT A LOT OF RAY IN HIGH SCHOOL, AND THE REST OF FAMILY HIS MOM WAS LIKE A SECOND MOM TO ME .I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO SEE ROGER AGAIN. GOD BLESS ALL

April 1, 2015

Nanny, Steve, and Kim;

The 'Lucas'family knows Mr. Ray was ready to go 'home', and we fully believe that Mr. Ray is 'standing' there, waving as he is led towards the eternity we all pray for... We will miss him so, but we can only hope and pray that we can join him...

April 1, 2015

Mary Lou Sawyer

Carolyn, I am so sorry to hear about Ray. He was such a great guy. I haven't seen ya'll in a while. We have moved to NC.I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

April 1, 2015

Don Cantey

Carolyn, I am sorry about Ray. He was a
joy to be around. I was thinking of ya'll
yesterday. God will hug you.

April 1, 2015

Kay and Korey Williams

Carolyn, Kim, Steve we are saddened to hear about Papa Ray, he was such a special person! May God comfort you all during this time and know that we will be praying for your family. We sure do miss you!

April 1, 2015

Tammy and Randy Barbour

Carolyn and Family, we were very sorry to hear about Ray. Just know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and give you peace and comfort.

April 1, 2015

Michele Holland

Carolyn and Family, we think of you often, you were such a big part of our lives. Our hearts go out to you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

March 31, 2015

Sam Barfield

Carolyn I am Sam Barfield I am so sorry of your lost Of Ray. I pray God will Bless you and your family in this time. I'm sorry I will not be able to be with you and your family at Ray's Funeral. Love and prayers, Sam

March 31, 2015

Lesley Batchelor

I am so sorry to hear about Ray, John and Jack loved him so much. They liked getting their "adjustments." Again, Carolyn and Kim and to the rest of the family, you are in our hearts and prayers. The Batchelor Family

March 31, 2015

Kim Kordes

I was so saddened to hear of Ray's passing. He was a dear, sweet man. Mike, Patrick, & I are keeping you in our prayers.

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