Kenneth Hobbs

Kenneth Wayne Hobbs age 82, of Atlanta, Texas, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at his residence. Kenneth was born October 6, 1942, in Tyler, Texas, to L.B. and Lela Hobbs. He retired from the Atlanta Police Department and International Paper. He also served for a time with the Bowie County Sheriff’s Office. Kenneth enjoyed spending time with his family, hunting, fishing, and collecting heavy equipment.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Ida Marie Hobbs; brother, Billy Hobbs; sister, Shirley Smith; and by his parents.

Kenneth is survived by his children, Debbie LeGrand of Haughton, Louisiana, Donna Turner and husband George of New Boston, ChrisTina Elliott of Atlanta, Wayne Short and wife Vickie of Silverdale, Washington; brother, Jimmy Hobbs of Alvarado; grandchildren, Deziree´ Van Dorn and husband Jerrod, Kristi Smith, Eric Koch and wife Tien, Marc Koch, Paige Parker and husband Devin; great-granddaughter, Madilyn Smith; and a number of other relatives and a host of friends.

Graveside services will be 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Bethsaida “Y” Cemetery, under the direction of Hanner Funeral Service.