William Hobbs Jr.

No services are planned at this time for Lieutenant Commander USN Ret. William L. Bill Hobbs Jr. 81, of Carrizozo. He passed away Monday, March 31, in Ruidoso. He was born July 25, 1926 at Globe, Arizona. Commander Hobbs was a retired naval officer. He served his country for thirty years from World War II throught the Vietnam War, where he was awarded a bronze star. He moved to Lincoln County in the early 1980's from Livermore, California. He is survived by seven children and fourteen grandchildren in California. His family greatly appreciates the kindness of his friends and neighbors in Carrizozo and the exceptional care he received from the dedicated staff of Lincoln County Medical Center in Ruidoso. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.lagroneruidoso.com.