William Douglas Hobgood
September 2, 1934 ~ October 28, 2012
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 1:00PM in Leonardtown Baptist Church with Pastor Mark Dooley officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 1, 2012 from 11:00AM to 1:00PM in Leonardtown Baptist Church.
William “Bill” Douglas Hobgood, 78 of Mechanicsville, MD died October 28, 2012 at his residence.Born September 2, 1934 in Franklinton, NC, he was the son of the late Eva Wade Hobgood and Alpheus Hobgood. Bill is survived by his wife Marian Long Hobgood whom he married on September 21, 1976 at the NAS Chapel, Patuxent River, MD, children; Patricia Hobgood Wagner (Karl) of Great Mills, MD, Skye L. Hobgood (Jim) of Lexington Park, MD, and Jason Guy (Amie) of Hollywood, MD, siblings; Anne Wright of Carrboro, NC, and Diane Martin of Louisburg, NC, also survived by 4 grandchildren; Logan Thompson, Jacob Guy, Eva Guy, and Daisy Guy, Mr. Hobgood was preceded in death by his grandson Drew Thompson, siblings; Nadine Liggins, and Kenneth Hobgood. Mr. Hobgood graduated from Wendell High School in Wendell, NC in 1951, he entered the U.S. Navy in 1955 and served for over 26 years until his retirement in 1981 as a Master Chief, his duty stations were in Oceana, VA, Patuxent River, MD, and Norfolk, VA, and two Mediterranean Cruises, Bill was a member of The Gideons International, (St. Mary’s Camp).The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 1, 2012 from 11:00AM until 1:00PM in the Leonardtown Baptist Church, where a Funeral Service will be held at 1:00PM with Pastor Mark Dooley officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be: Adam Osborne, Ed Smolarsky, Louis Sierra, Howard Burch, David Dotson, and Ernie Tavares. Honorary Pallbearers: Bob Sheranko, Cal Colvin, Glenn Taylor and Jim Warren. Memorial contributions may be made to The Gideons International, 21394 Great Mills Rd., Lexington Park, MD 20653 and/or St. Mary’s Hospital Cancer Care and Infusion Services, 25500 Point Lookout Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
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“Marian and family, please accept our sincere sympathy we are so sorry for your loss. “
“I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Hobgood’s passing. my sincerest condolences to the family.”
“I am sorry to hear that Bill is gone. But I am glad that I know where he is. Marion, you and your family are in our nightly prayers here. We will never forget you two. For that short time you took us in over 30 years ago, you two changed our lives forever. We only serve Him.”
“Pat, Skye & family, I am sorry for the lose of your Dad. I hope that all the good memories of him will get you through this difficult time.”
“Marian and Family, Our deepest sympathy is with you all. The last time I had the chance to see and talk to Bill he was having treatment next to my dad, his spirits were up and he was always asking about Pop and everyone else. He will be missed by us dearly and we know hes now free of pain. Take care and please let us know if we can do anything at all. “
“Marian, so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that I am here for you if you need anything at all. God Bless”
“Marian and family, So very sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. All our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”
“Marian, words cannot express the pain you are feeling right now. Bill was a wonderful man, and I am glad that I had the chance to see and talk to him on Thursday. Hold the memories of him close to heart. Just remember that he is no longer in pain and at peace. We love you and as I said before, whatever you need, please let us know. Love, Brandon, Melissa, Hailey & Christopher Long”
“Marion, We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Marian..You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Please know that we are hear for you.”
“Marian, Our hearts go out to you and your family as you grieve the loss of your beloved Bill. You remain in our thoughts and prayers. “
“My heart goes out to Aunt Marian, Jason & Family and the Hobgood family during this time. Uncle Bill is now with the Lord, his great caring memories will be with us all throughout our lives. He was a kind, giving, strong willed, caring person to all that he knew. We will miss him dearly. Love & Hugs to all.”
“Marian – you and your family have our deepest sympathy. I know Bill will be deeply missed but he is no longer in pain. We love you guys and will be here if you need anything.”
“Marian, Bill will be missed, he was such a nice man. We are here for anything we can do. Our condolences to Patricia and Skye on the loss of their Dad and to the extended family. God Bless you all and bring you peace and hold Bill in the palm of his hands. “
“Our hearts go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. You have our deepest sympathies. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength and always remember how much you are cared about. Please let us know if you need anything. “
“Marian: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Marian – you and your family have our deepest sympathy, Bill is out of pain now but will always in your heart. We love you and will be here if you need anything, Love, Jeff and Vicki”
“Marian, I’m so sorry about Billy. I know it’s hard for you and the family. Just remember that we love you and wish we could be there. We’ll be keeping you in our Prayers and Heart .Your couisons. Edith, Mary, Melba”
“Marian, My deepest condolences to you and your family. I know Bill is at Peace and in the hands of God. He will forever remain in your hearts until you meet again. Much Love & Blessings “
“To Marian and to Bill’s children, we know this is a tremendous lost of a faithful, steadfast and loving husband and father. Our prayers are with all of you. And we know our Lord will provide comfort to His flock. “
“Marian – we will always be grateful for the opportunity to know Bill Hobgood. He taught us so much about complete reliance on the Lord and about always considering others more important than himself. Even in his final days, he was concerned about our family members who are dealing with medical problems. You are in our prayers and we stand ready to offer you help when needed. “
“Marian & Family, our prayers are with you as we mourn Bill’s passing. We take comfort knowing he is home with our Lord. He has been a blessing to us and remains a great example of a Godly man. He was our good friend and shipmate. Love & Prayers, Cal & Carolyn”
“May he Rest In Peace. May and Irene Gross”
“Patricia – Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Marian, our sincere condolences to you and your family during this time of loss. We lift you and your family in prayer to our Lord, Savior, and Comforter – Jesus Christ.”
“Marian & Family: When I think of the truly good folks I have known, I think of you and Bill. My sincerest sympathy”
“Marian, we thank God for the privilege to spend some of those final moments of Bill’s time here on earth with you and him. Your testimony of faith and concern for our girl’s safety in the midst of your sadness will forever make an impression upon us. Please know that you remain in our prayers and we are here to help if you need anything.”
“Marion and family: Bill’s life of faith was an encouragement to myself, and I know all around him. His love for the Gideon ministry revealed his love for God’s word. I was reminded again just this morning that this world is not our own, that we’re “just passin’ through”. “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen…. By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went. By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange country…. These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. – Heb 11:1,8-9,13” May God sustain you in your time of grief, and encourage you with hope of things to come. “For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known – 1 Cor. 13:12” “
“Marian and family: Our hearts and prayers are with you during these difficult days in the sad loss of your beloved Bill. May his loving memories bring comfort and peace in all your days as he smiles upon you from above. Godspeed(hugs) “
“We pray that in this time of loss, you’ll feel God’s love much more, and that you’ll find your comfort in His presence. We pray God will pour upon you, His amazing grace and overflow your heart with peace. Psalm 91:4 He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall trust. His truth shall be your shield, and buckler. “
“Marian & Family, I am sorry for your loss, God has gained another Angel in heaven. Cherish all of your memories of William, Trust in the Lord with ALL your heart and soul, & lean not on your own understanding. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you All. (Love, Minister Doris Day)”
“Marian, Patricia, Skye and family, Sorry for your loss. Keep all the great memories close to your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Marian you and your family are in our prayers. Bill will be missed by all the Gideons. We will always miss his Spirit filled closings at our Saturday prayer meetings.”
“Marian, our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.”
“Thinking of you and your family He was a good man. Will miss him at the Lake”
“Marian, Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Bill. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you all are very close in every thought and prayer. I will cherish the many years of wonderful memories of such a warm, caring and kind gentleman. God Bless and may he rest in peace. Let us know if you need anything. Love, Cheryl & George”
“Patricia, Karl and family – sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers and may God grant you peace in this difficult time.”
“To the family of Billy , Billy was an awesome person who will be greatly missed. He always made me smile and I will miss him dearly “
“Marian, You and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time. Bill is now at home with Jesus. Bill worked so hard to show others the light and love of Christ. He will be greatly missed but he showed so many how important it is to be a foot soldier for Christ who saves.”
“Aunt Marian & Jason & Family, Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Uncle Bill was such a kind, caring and spiritual man… his memories will be with us all forever. God needed another Angel. God bless you all. Love you all. “
“Patricia & Skye – from the time I was 12 yrs old your Dad always welcomed me into your home. I knew then that he was such a wonderful kind man and a wonderful spirit who cared deeply for his family, friends and this great nation. We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, Brenda and John “
“May your father rest in peace. God bless you family, Patricia. I’m sure he will be missed.”
“You are in prayers and in my thoughts.He is forever in your heart.”
“Marion, My Deepest Sympathy to you and your family on Bill’s passing. My heart goes out to you. Just know that your family is here for you.”
“Marian, You & the family are in our thoughts & prayers. May the memories of the good times keep Bill in your hearts and provide comfort. “
“Marian and Patricia, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.”
“Marian, Jason, Patricia and Skye — you are all in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Marian, I am thinking of you and praying for peace during this time. I am here for you if you need anything at all. Love you :)”
“Marian & family: We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You know that we love you and know where Bill is today and not suffering any longer. We have had some good times together while you were here in Franklinton and we know how much he enjoyed our SS Class as well as the American Legion and the fellowship that we enjoyed at Franklinton Baptist Church. And we thank God for those times together. We always admired you and Bill and your service to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whome we know that he is with today. Certainly, Bill will be missed by everyone who he ever came in contact with. “
“Marian, I am sorry to hear of your loss.My prayers go to you and your family. v/r Peter”
“Marian, My Dad and I had the privilege to serve with Master Chief Hobgood. He looked out for me, as a very young sailor. Please accept our condolences. I thank Bill so much for his visits to myself and my father. He will be missed alot by both of us.”
“Marian, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved husband. Please know we are here for you in your time of need. My you find peace with the love and comfort of your family and friends.”
“Patricia and the Hobgood Family: My sincere condolences to you all for your loss. My prayers and thoughts to all of you during this difficult time. “
“Marian…your husband Bill was one of the 4 people I ‘watched’ when first coming to LBC to figure out what a Christian man was, and whether I wanted the same. Bill could not have been a better example to follow….and I did. Thank you for your example Bill….see you again someday.”
“Marian,You and your family have my deepest sympathy. Bill is no longer suffering and will be looking down on us. Will continue praying that you get through this difficult time.”
“Marian : Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I have wonderful memories of my cousin, Billy. “
“Marian my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Keep Bill’s memories close to your heart. “
“Marian, we are so sorry to hear of Bill passing. I’m sure he is in a better place, but it doesn’t make it any easier. Our hearts go out to you, remember your good times. God Bless.”
“Patricia- I’m sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.May God grant you and your family peace and comfort during your loss.”
“Marian, We are so sorry for your loss. We love you and will miss Bill.”
“GOD BLESSED US SO MUCH WITH BILL BILL IS AND ALWAYS WILL BE SOMEONE I LOOK UP TOO HE HELPED ME WHEN MY OWN FAMILY WOULD NOT GOD BLESS YOU BILL MARIAN MAY GOD BE WITH YOU THROUGH THIS TIME WE KNOW HE IS A HAPPY FELLOW NOW WE ARE SAD U TAKE CARE LOVE YOU !”
“Words can’t express how saddened I am to hear of your loss. You remain in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Marian, My sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. “
“Besides being a good friend and Christian Gentleman, Bill’s testimony regarding his readiness to enter into the presence of his Lord and Savior has brought joy to our hearts. We will miss him. “
“Marian, So sorry to hear about your husband passing. Our prayers and condolences are with you. Louis”
“Marian, We are very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Carmen and Phil Cameron “
“Marian- So sorry for the loss of your husband. You are in my prayers. Jini”
“Dear Marian and family, we are truly sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. Please know that we are thinking about you and praying for you. If we can help in any way, please let us know. Many Blessings!”
“Dearest Marian, So very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Praying for you with much love. Sheila & Joe Russell”
“Marian: I just heard today that you have lost your beloved husband. Please know that I am thinking of and praying for you and your family at this sad time. “
“Marian, so sorry for your loss. I hope you will find comfort in knowing that your wonderful husband is now at peach with the Lord. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take Care.”