Gregory Neal Hobby

Sep 22nd, 1969 - Nov 10th, 2019

Birth Date: Sep 22, 1969
Death Date: Nov 10, 2019
Funeral Date: Nov 13, 2019 at 10:00 am
Location: Second Presbyterian Church
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Biography:

Gregory Neal Hobby, 50, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 10, 2019 surrounded by family and friends. Greg, affectionally known as “Hobby” to many of his friends, graduated from Little Rock Central High School in 1987 as a four-year varsity swimmer. He was a member of his collegiate swim and water polo teams at the University of North Carolina Wilmington and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Greg worked for Cranford Johnson Robinson & Woods advertising agency for many years and for the last 11 years served as an investigator for the Brad Hendricks Law Firm.

Greg pursued his passion for cooking over the years, honing his culinary skills as a caterer and working at various restaurants, most recently at the Pizza Cafe West and competing annually in the Buzz-BQ BBQ competition. Greg felt that his greatest accomplishment was being a father to his son Brian. He found the most joy in spending time with Brian and supporting him both in school and on the football field. Greg became a part of the extended family of Brian’s various football teams from pee wee football to high school.

Greg was proceeded in death by his mother, Selma Plowman Hobby; his maternal grandparents, Alleen and Norvell Plowman; his paternal grandparents, Addie and Elmer Hobby. He is survived by his son Brian Gregory Hobby; his father, Richard Hobby; his brother, Brent (Kim) Hobby; his sister, Melissa (Mike) Hobby Bruckner; Brian’s mother, Stacy-Lynn Hobby; special friend Treva Stolki; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and the many friends that he considered family.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at 10 a.m. in the chapel at Second Presbyterian Church with a reception immediately following.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Second Presbyterian Church at 600 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72227. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com

Condolences(17)

Lee Smith

#17

Nov 25th, 2019 8:14 am

Just found out about Greg's passing from a mutual friend. We graduated HS together in 87 from LR Central and Greg always kept me laughing. We disconnected after high school but he would cross my mind every once in a awhile. Enjoyed what time we did have back in the day and pray that his family receive the peace that Christ alone can provide.

Joan (Eichler) Simon

#16

Nov 16th, 2019 6:05 pm

Mr Hobby, Brent, and Melissa. I was very sad to hear of Greg’s passing. I fondly remember the time we all spent together during our youth in competitive swimming. My prayers go out to all of you in this challenging time. Wish you all peace!
Joan

Clarence Allison

#15

Nov 14th, 2019 1:58 pm

My sympathy is with you in your sorrow!

Lorene Means

#14

Nov 13th, 2019 11:27 am

RB & Family, so sorry to hear of Gregory 'passing. I would be at the funeral but have been in the hospital but home today. Much Love and Prayers.
Lorene Means

Ann and Tom Bridgers

#13

Nov 13th, 2019 11:14 am

Our thoughts are prayers are with you. What a service at Second Presbyterian this morning. Such an outpouring of family and friends. Thought Alessa did a very good homily. Blessings.

Chris Jones

#12

Nov 13th, 2019 9:03 am

My thoughts and prayers go out to Greg's family and friends. I have many great memories of the man simply known as "Hobby". He was a great guy and will be missed by all!

Rex Vint

#11

Nov 12th, 2019 10:24 pm

Rest In Peace friend , always enjoyed your smile and easy going self . Your pizzas were awesome and I still miss them today . Prayers for you and your family . Rx

Shela Talley

#10

Nov 12th, 2019 7:54 pm

I will miss you and the way you always made me laugh. Rest in love my friend.

Louis Goldberg

Nov 12th, 2019 4:28 pm

Praying for the Hobby family during this difficult time. Greg and I became friends while he was lifeguard at the Hidden Valley Pool many years ago. He was a great cook too! I use to eat at U.S. Pizza on Rodney Parham back in the mid 90’s, Greg was always back in the kitchen cranking up the rock music, I’ll miss him.

Serena Garner

Nov 12th, 2019 3:17 pm

Brent and family,
So sorry to hear of your family's loss. Prayers for your comfort during the days ahead.

Brooks Browning

Nov 12th, 2019 3:12 pm

I'm hurting for Brian and the rest of the family, and I will personally miss Hobby a great deal. He never met a stranger (including me) and put others' feelings before his own. I'm proud to call him a friend, and I am simply glad he isn't suffering. For the record, he made excellent bbq, pizza, hot wings, and pancakes (with sprite in them)...Amazingly fluffy! I have many fond memories of him.

Bill Foster

Nov 12th, 2019 12:48 pm

Greg was my roommate at UNC-Wilmington. We played water polo and swam together. From reading others comments he was still the same guy I met so many years ago. He had a way of making you smile and laugh no matter what the situation was. I really enjoyed being around him. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I'm sure he touched many lives for the better and his smile and laughter will be remembered.

Quinton Linn

Nov 12th, 2019 12:41 pm

What can I say . Hobby had more friends than anyone that I can think of . He made friends quickly , I felt like I’ve know him for a long time . That is the way he wanted it. All the nicknames he had given to his fellow workers at pizza cafe . He also was very serious about how the pie tasted today. We are going to miss you . May god bless you and your entire family and friends.

Trevor Douglas

Nov 12th, 2019 11:43 am

You will be missed Hobby your awesome since of humor kept everyone laughing. I enjoyed the times we got to hangout at the BuzzBQ. It won’t be the same without you.

Sean Patterson

Nov 12th, 2019 10:52 am

I cannot express how much I loved getting to know Hobby over the past 8+ years at BHLF. You were truly one of a kind and I will never forget your laugh. You brightened up everyone's day the moment you walked into the office. I already miss you terribly man, but I'm glad you are no longer suffering. Rest in Love.

Bev Parker

Nov 12th, 2019 9:14 am

We will miss your laugh. I will miss giving you a hard time about your "Cowgirls". They are losers but you are a winner. No more pain for you ever, and as you walk in Heavens door greeting all the people waiting to hear that loud infectious laugh of yours. I admired how you raised Brian, never missed an opportunity to brag on him. You will be missed, and I will miss my free offerings from you. :)

Bill Margrave

Nov 12th, 2019 5:37 am

I never met Hobby until he began working at PCW, when he came in that door you knew he was there! He had a zest for life and will be truly missed.