Obituary: Robert Franklin Hudson Jr.

January 24, 1957 – June 3, 2024

Robert Franklin Hudson, Jr., 67, of Bedford, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024.

Born January 24, 1957, he was the son of Robert Franklin and Barbara Ellen Hudson. He married Reva
Ann Hudson, and she preceded him in death. He was known to many as ‘Squirrel’ in his younger years and ‘Handsome Devil’ by his family. He spent his time riding three-wheelers and motorcycles and working on cars. At 17, he enlisted in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. He became a mechanic and retired from USG after 32 years of service. He went on to work for Jones Oil as a truck driver and loved what he did. He had many animals through the years, and he loved them tremendously. He was always known to have a dog by his side.

He fought a long battle with cancer and is now free from his pain here on Earth and is rejoicing in Heaven. He will be missed greatly by everyone.

Survivors include his son, Dee Curtis Wykoff; daughter-in-law, Robin Wykoff; two grandchildren, Robert Charles Wykoff, and Emily Ann Wykoff; his sister, Jennifer K. McGill; four brothers, Timothy A. Hudson, Mark D. Hudson, John D. Hudson, and Steven P. Hudson; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Reva, grandparents, and many other loved ones he’s now reunited with.

Memorial services will be conducted at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 8th, in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service on Saturday at the mortuary.

Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.