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James Ronald
Hudgins

September 13, 1937 – October 2, 2018

James Ronald Hudgins
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Obituary for James Ronald Hudgins

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James Ronald Hudgins, age 81, of Marion, passed away October 2, 2018.
Mr. Hudgins was born September 13, 1937 in Buncombe County to the late James and Ollie Huntley Hudgins. Ronald retired as a Foreman with Buncombe Construction with over 30 years of service. He also had over 40 years of service with Fairview Volunteer Fire Department as Assistant Fire Chief, Chief, and Board Member. Ronald was a member of Swannanoa Church of God.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Ilia Hunnicutt Hudgins; daughters, Vickie Hudgins and Kimberly Bedwell; and sister, Peggy Hargiss.
Ronald is survived by his son-in-law, Steve Bedwell; sister-in-law, Opal Harris; brother-in-law, Kenneth Hunnicutt (Margaret) and grand dog, Jed.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 1:30 pm at Swannanoa Church of God with Rev. Robert Haynie, Rev. Randy Gregory, and Rev. Dale Whitson officiating. Burial will follow in Bethany United Methodist Church Cemetery with Fairview Volunteer Fire Department serving as pallbearers and Buncombe County Firefighters Honor Guard providing honors.
The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 1:30 pm prior to the service time on Saturday at the church.
Flowers are acceptable and appreciated. Those desiring to make a memorial contribution are encouraged to consider Swannanoa Church of God, Building Fund, PO Box 314, Swannanoa, NC 28778.

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Visitation

When Saturday, October 6th, 2018 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Location
Swannanoa Church of God
Address
199 Wilson Avenue
Swannanoa, NC 28778

Service Information

When
Saturday, October 6th, 2018 1:30pm
Location
Swannanoa Church of God
Address
199 Wilson Avenue
Swannanoa, NC 28778

Interment Information

Location
Bethany United Methodist Church Cemetery
Address
212 Bethany Church Road
Fairview, NC 28730
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