Arthur Lee Hudkins 73, of Battlefield, Missouri passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at Cox South Neuro ICU. Arthur was born August 5, 1946 in St. Charles, Missouri to the late Virgil Neil and Emma May (Hopkins) Hudkins. He grew up in Gladstone, Mo and graduated from North Kansas City High School. Art received his Bachelor of Arts Degree fromContinue Reading
Arthur Lee Hudkins 73, of Battlefield, Missouri passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at Cox South Neuro ICU. Arthur was born August 5, 1946 in St. Charles, Missouri to the late Virgil Neil and Emma May (Hopkins) Hudkins.
He grew up in Gladstone, Mo and graduated from North Kansas City High School.
Art received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. After graduation he entered the Army. He spent 14 months in Vietnam in the 1st Cav Division as a forward observer.
After his service he earned his Masters Degree in Radio and Television from Syracuse University in New York. His Juris Doctorate was earned at the UMKC School of Law. After graduation from law school he worked for the FCC in Washington, D.C.before moving into private practice in Springfield, MO in 1978.
He served on the Zoo Board and was legal counsel for Missouri Broadcasters Association as well as Springfield Ad Club. Art served as an elder at Sunset Church of Christ in Springfield and helped with the church plant in Brookline where he was serving as an elder until his death.
Art is survived by his wife of 51 years, Irene (Curtis) Hudkins; three sons, Sean and wife Emily of Huntington, MA, Bryan and wife Carrie of Riverhead, N.Y., Eric and wife Heather of Springfield, MO, his mother-in-law Earlina Curtis, his two “adopted” sons, T.J. (Troy) and wife Amelia Robinett of Haslett, Texas, and Matt and wife Amber Seats of Springfield, MO. His grandchildren called him Botto: Karis, Josh, Aidan, Shepherd, Alex, Noah, Ethan, Lakin, Hayden, Logan, Miles and Locke Hudkins, Kanon Arthur and Kooper Robinett, and Lael and Jacan Seats.
He is preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Virginia Hudkins, his sister, Donna Lynn Hudkins Robinett and father-in-law, Frank B. Curtis.
A memorial service will be held at the Brookline Church of Christ when the COVID restrictions are lifted. Burial will be at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery. Dates and times will be posted when available.
Memorial contributions can be made to:
Online giving link:
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Green Valley Bible Camp
P.O. Box 65
Rogers, AR 72757-0065
Or
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
PO Box 50
Memphis TN 38101
stjude.org
St. Judes in honor of Zach Gafford
left a message on February 24, 2023:
I am so sorry for the loss of this fine man. I was a neighbor of Art's (1957) when were growing up. We went to grade school, middle school, high school and the year and a half I attended Harding College. We lost touch after that, life happens. I drove by our old neighborhood last week and remembered him riding his bicycle and his loyal dog following. I attempted to message on Facebook but got no response. When I Googled him in Syracuse, this notice came up and made me very sad. I suppose heaven needed him more than we did. Rest well, Art---I am sure you earned your reward.
left a message on September 4, 2020:
I vivdly remember writing to my cousin Art when he was shipped out to Viet Nam.Those were terrifying years. Art was with the commuincation unit and they had to run ahead of the pack and set up communications and I remember he had some close attacks and bombings. I was always afraid he would fall in one of those awful boobe traps in the ground with the bamboo spikes, jusr awful for anyone who fell into them. Lots of prayers went out for him during those times .
Art was the only male cousin I knew during my life. Later I had one other on Mom's side, Mark, but never really got to know him like I did Art and Donna. He will be missed. I am sure he is looking down and smiling. LaZelle
left a message on May 17, 2020:
I’m so sorry to hear this. I have fond memories and much respect for Art! Prayers for all of you!
left a message on May 17, 2020:
Irene, my heart goes out to you & your entire family. I have many fond memories of your time in Gladstone. My prayers are with you all.
left a message on May 16, 2020:
I met Art and Irene when they moved to Syracuse. They stayed at our house until they found an apartment. My late brother and I helped them move when they left Syracuse for Kansas City. Now Irene and I are the only ones left who remember the rooster in the gas station somewhere in Indiana at 2:00 am when the temperature outside was 10 degrees. Much love to the family.
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left a message on May 16, 2020:
Wishing the whole family peace and love during this difficult time. Our hearts are with you.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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