1948
2017
James Wesley Hobbs, 69, of Smithfield, passed away at his home on Monday, October 16, 2017. He was preceded in death by this father Harvey Hobbs, Sr. and a sister, Rosa Oneal.
James, also known as "Smoothe" to many of his friends, was well loved by his community. He was known to his family and friends for his big smile. James served in the United States Army as a young man. He was a wonderful cook as well as being creative. James could always turn a man's trash into a treasure.
James Wesley Hobbs is survived by a son, Wesley Baker Hobbs of Smithfield and Cathy Baker of Smithfield, his significant other for twenty-seven years. James has four surviving sisters, Louise Hobbs, Barbara Hobbs and Evelyn McClearn of Smithfield and Jerri Everett and husband Michael of Goldsboro. He is survived by a brother, Harvey Hobbs, Jr. of Smithfield and a mother that he cherished deeply, Viola Mayo Hobbs, also of Smithfield.
James has a host of nieces and nephews as well as Tammy Freeman who was like a daughter.
Arrangements under the direction of McLaurin Funeral Home, Clayton, NC.
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November 8, 2017
Rev. Harry C. Wigmore, III
Mr. James, was my next door neighbor on Underwood Ave. for 16 years. One fine gentleman!!!! Miss Cathy, we are praying for complete healing of your body!
We miss you all, wished you were still living next door.
October 31, 2017
Bonnie Capps
The family is in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
October 24, 2017
Carolyn Davis Clark
My prayers and condolences to the Hobbs family. My neighbor growing up in Woodall Heights. Keep smiling SMOOTH!!!
October 24, 2017
A very dear friend ( Smoove ) will truly be missed. My love goes out to the family.
Larue Davis WILMINGTON, N.C
October 19, 2017
Stephany Thompson
Kathy I am so sorry for your lose. My dad, my brother and myself were your neighbors on Underwood Ave.Smooth will be missed. Alot of us are better people for having known him. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
October 18, 2017
Denise Graham
"SMOOTH"....YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PLACE IN MY HEART..ALWAYS SMILING
October 18, 2017
Claudia Bradley
Uncle Smooth will be missed but not forgotten! the Bradley family
October 18, 2017
Claudia Bradley
Uncle Smooth, aka James Wesley Hobbs will truly be missed but not forgotten. His big smile, and the way he carried himself. Uncle Smooth was a dresser and a charmer! I will always remember Uncle Smooth and my father (Leroy) as Smithfield finest!!Love you Unk! Niece
October 18, 2017
Tammy Womack
James known to all as (Smoove) was my stepfather. I will always have the fond memories that we shared. To Mrs. Hobbs, Wesley, Cathy and the family my heartfelt condolences.
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