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Janis Moreton Hobbs

Janis Moreton Hobbs

April 17, 1926 – April 23, 2020

Janis Moreton Hobbs died peacefully in Camellia Estates Assisted Living in McComb, Mississippi, where she received excellent care for three years.

For 91 of her 94 years, she lived, and then raised her own family, in the Brookhaven, Mississippi house built by her father, S.E. Moreton.

After graduating with a bachelor of science degree from the University of Wisconsin, Janis returned to Brookhaven, the hometown of her father, grandfather, and great-grandfather,

married Henry Ware Hobbs, Jr. and had six children. She was a member of the First Methodist Church, the Climbers Club, the Daughters of the American Revolution,

and her beloved bridge club. A founding member of the Brookhaven Junior Auxiliary, she was its first president.

Admittedly never a domestic goddess, Janis had other passions including all aspects of science, raising horses, exploring nature, and debating philosophical and political issues.

Her sharp mind and curious nature made her a thought-provoking conversationalist. Gifted with an extraordinary memory, she was an exceptional bridge player

and a sought-after resource for family history. She passed to her children and grandchildren countless entertaining stories about the Moretons, the Hobbses,

the Perkinses, and other relatives and friends.

She adored flying airplanes. After earning a pilot’s license when she was a teenager, she became a skilled amateur pilot, winning several cross-country races.

One of her fondest memories was dancing with the president of Nicaragua after a first-place landing in Managua.

Janis’s children and grandchildren happily remember camping with her on the banks of the Homochitto River, searching for arrowheads and beaver dams,

and late-night excursions to view stars and comets. Her greatest joy was hosting large boisterous family gatherings in her spacious living room.

Janis was devoted to her family, extended family, and many lifelong friends.

Survivors include her children Susan Moreton Hobbs Neal (Drake Maynard), Van Hobbs (Becky Hobbs), Marcie Hobbs Farnsworth (Scott Farnsworth),

Allan Hobbs (Janet Hobbs), Lyle Hobbs, (Danita Hobbs), and Russell Hobbs, as well as sixteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

12 comments

  • Comment Link Debbie Jo McGuffie Sunday, 10 May 2020 18:35 posted by Debbie Jo McGuffie

    I am very sorry to see that your Mother has passed away. My prayers are with you at this time.

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  • Comment Link Keasha Dickerson Sunday, 03 May 2020 13:27 posted by Keasha Dickerson

    I am so sorry to hear of Ms Janis’ passing. She was a wonderful lady and I enjoyed working in her home for many years. I loved just sitting and talking to her and hearing the many stories from her life. She will be greatly missed.

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  • Comment Link Beverly Britt Saturday, 02 May 2020 13:21 posted by Beverly Britt

    So sorry for the loss of your mom. She was truly one of a kind. I know she will be missed by all of you!

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  • Comment Link Kathy Boyte Saturday, 02 May 2020 10:41 posted by Kathy Boyte

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.

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  • Comment Link Barbara Davis Thursday, 30 April 2020 10:21 posted by Barbara Davis

    Dear family friends, each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Most surely, mom and Janis have a Bridge game going in heaven and reunited with old friends and family. Sending hugs.

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  • Comment Link Liz Davidson Thursday, 30 April 2020 06:39 posted by Liz Davidson

    So sorry for you loss. Prayers for your families.

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  • Comment Link John Fisk Wednesday, 29 April 2020 22:55 posted by John Fisk

    Lyle and Danita we are praying for your family during these days of transition and adjustment. John & Karen Fisk

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  • Comment Link Jane Statham Wednesday, 29 April 2020 08:48 posted by Jane Statham

    Lyle and Danita,
    So sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and peace for your family.
    Robbie and Jane Statham

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  • Comment Link Marilyn Dow-Harris Wednesday, 29 April 2020 05:15 posted by Marilyn Dow-Harris

    Lyle I am praying with you and your family. She lived a long full life.

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  • Comment Link Amy Moreton Labeth Tuesday, 28 April 2020 21:34 posted by Amy Moreton Labeth

    I am so sorry to learn of Ms Janis passing away. She was a loved member of the community as well as being my father Edward F Moreton’s relative.
    It is sad to know that we will never see her again on earth....but will again in Heaven...and what a day of rejoicing that will be. To all her family and friends we will await that day with faithful hearts

    Love always
    Amy Moreton Labeth

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  • Comment Link Phyllis Hobbs Tuesday, 28 April 2020 19:53 posted by Phyllis Hobbs

    I will miss having her in my life.
    She was a true friend and confidant. May she Rest In Peace and may perpetual light shine upon her.

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  • Comment Link Annabelle Brady Covington Tuesday, 28 April 2020 16:50 posted by Annabelle Brady Covington

    Love and prayers to all of you. I have so many fond memories of being in your mom’s house and also going to the farm to feed the horses near the country club. (She would have the hay in the back of the station wagon driving through the field with her tailgate lower.) She will be missed but also remembered as the kind, smart person she was. ?

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