Martha Sue Hobbs

1932 - 2016

Martha Sue Hobbs obituary, 1932-2016

BORN

1932

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Alexander Funeral Home-Newburgh Chapel

5333 Old Indiana 261

Newburgh, Indiana

Martha Hobbs Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 1, 2016.

Martha Sue Hobbs, of Newburgh, IN, passed away Thursday, December 01, 2016, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. She was born in Dixon, KY, to the late Aubrey and Lala McCoy.

She was active in Boy Scouts and with Blue Ridge Lutheran Church in Missouri. Martha was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Evansville. She worked 10 years for Hallmark, 15 years for Western Electric and as an Avon Representative for 35 years. Martha was a member of VFW Post 1114 Auxiliary. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed travel. She loved spending time with her grandson, nephews and nieces.

Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Hobbs; and sisters, Evadean Reisinger, Vertie Mae Wernike, and Agnes Powers.

She is survived by her son, Gerald Hobbs (Tawana) of Missouri; grandson, Christopher Hobbs (Deanna) and great-grandson, Dakota May, both of Lathrop, MO; special nephew, Don Powers (Paula) of Evansville, IN; great-nephew and Godson, Spencer Powers of Evansville, IN; and other nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 3, 2016, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1000 W. Illinois Street, Evansville, IN, officiated by Rev. Martin Noland with burial in Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may visit 2-8 pm on Friday at Alexander Newburgh Chapel, 5333 State Route 261, Newburgh, IN, and 9:30 am until service time on Saturday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church.

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December 31, 2016

Frances Loveless

Sorry to have heard of her passing. I just heard today when Albert called to tell me. I wish I knew I would have been there.
Frances Loveless (Wernke) Dec.31,2016.
She was a very good Aunt and sister to my mom Vertie May

December 2, 2016

Linda King

May you RIP Aunt Sue.

December 2, 2016

Ms. Hobbs was a beautiful and very kind woman...enjoyed working with her for many years on the Avon orders.... condolences to all her family.
Patti Huber

December 2, 2016

Lola mock

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

December 1, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family. May God give you the comfort you need in this difficult time. 2 Cor.1:4.

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Dec

2

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Alexander Funeral Home-Newburgh Chapel

5333 Old Indiana 261, Newburgh, IN 47630

Dec

3

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church

1000 W. Illinois Street, Evansville, IN

Dec

3

Burial

Lutheran Cemetery

IN

Funeral services provided by:

Alexander Funeral Home-Newburgh Chapel

5333 Old Indiana 261, Newburgh, IN 47630

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