Life Legacy

Barbara A. Hudson, 81, of Rensselaer, passed away Sunday evening, February 10, 2013 at Jasper County Hospital surrounded by her family. Barbara was born on September 23, 1931, daughter of the late Job and Austa (Obenchain) Walker. She was a lifetime Jasper County resident.

Barbara graduated from Rensselaer High School with the Class of 1949. Her marriage was to the late Orval W. “Bill” Hudson. Barbara and her husband owned and operated Hudson’s Grocery Store and Country Corner Restaurant for almost 50 years. She retired in 1995.

Barbara was active with the Business and Professional Womens Club, and Rensselaer Bowling League for many years. She also enjoyed gardening. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church of Rensselaer. She loved her family dearly, especially her precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Barbara is survived by three daughters, Pam (Mrs. Dave) Lakin of Rensselaer, Theresa “Terry” Tatlock of Rensselaer, Kim Nagel of Lafayette; and one son, Mike Hudson of Rensselaer. Ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two granddaughters, one great-granddaughter, one brother and one sister.

A Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 12 noon (CST) at Weston Cemetery with Father Don Davison officiating. Memorials are suggested to the National Kidney Foundation, Indiana Chapter. Steinke Funeral Home of Rensselaer is handling the arrangements. Share memories and condolences online at www.SteinkeFuneralHome.com.

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