Robert "Bob" E. Hudgins Jr.

November 16, 1947 - December 28, 2020

Robert “Bob” E. Hudgins Jr., age 73, of DeMotte, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020 at home with his loving wife by his side. Bob was born on November 16, 1947 in Hammond, Indiana the son of Robert E. Sr. and Fannie (Metcalf) Hudgins. He graduated from Crown Point High School, Class of 1966. Bob married Patricia Riffle on November 15, 1980 in Crown Point and she survives. He worked in IT as Tech Support for AT&T from which he retired in 1999. Bob was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, a member of the American Legion Post #440, and a club member of the Leather guild. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Bob is survived by his wife of 40 years, Patricia Hudgins of DeMotte, IN; daughter, Heather Hudgins of DeMotte, IN; granddaughter, Samantha Mitchell of South Bend, IN; and one sister. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, and one brother. Bob’s wishes were to be cremated and taken home. Jackson Funeral Service has been entrusted with these arrangements.