James Hilburn Hobbs

James Hilburn Hobbs, 77, of Quitman, passed away November 13, 2016 at his home. Graveside service is scheduled for 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

James was born March 8, 1939 in Hamilton, Texas to John Aldus Hobbs and Lizzie Mae (Smith) Hobbs. He was a Holiday Village resident for 6 months, moving from Mineola. James was a retired veteran, having served his country proudly in the United States Army, and was a member of the VFW.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Regina L. Hobbs.

Left to cherish his memory are his four sons, Benjamin Hobbs of Keller, James P. Hobbs and wife Patricia of Haltom City, Andrew Hobbs of Keller, and Tim Hobbs and wife Renee of Ponder; two brothers, John Hobbs of Nacona and Wesley Hobbs of Mineola; five grandchildren, one great grandson, and several nieces and nephews.