Richard "Dick" F. Hudson, Sr., 82, of Peabody, MA, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2010, in the Masconomet Healthcare Center, Topsfield, MA following a lengthy illness. He was born in Lynn, MA on September 21, 1928, son of the late Eldridge and Cora (Welts) Hudson, and had been a resident of Peabody for the past 30 years. Mr. Hudson proudly served his country during WWII and beyond, for a total of 13 years, in the U.S. Air Force. He was a big New England sports fan, especially enjoying watching the Red Sox and Patriots games. He thoroughly enjoyed his life with his wife, children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years; Marie Hudson of Peabody, whom he married on June 12, 1950; three children; Richard "Ric" F. Hudson Jr. of York, ME; Kim MacArthur and her husband John of Derry, NH and Jackie-Lynn Beauchamp and her husband Leo of Sandown, NH and also by four grandchildren; Jill Rocha, Krystie MacArthur and Jeffrey and Edward Beauchamp.
Memorial services will be held at a later date.