Alex Hobson
Alex Jerad Hobson “Big Al”, 48, passed away October 24, 2024 in Centennial, Colorado.
He was born April 25, 1976 in Moundridge, Kansas.
Alex attended Syracuse High School, granduating in 1994. In addition to playing golf throughout high school, Alex played football as a freshman, then was the football manager his sophomore year.
He received his associate degree in Telecommunications from Northwest Kansas Area Vocational Technical School.
After graduation he traveled for his work for a few years. Later he returned to Syracuse where he enjoyed golfing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his son Stryker Hobson, his mother Rebecca (Larry) Jantz, his father Clifford (Deb) Hobson, step brother Logan Hobson.
He is preceded in death by his brother, Nathan Hobson.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Thursday, November 7th at 11:00 AM at the Syracuse Cemetery in Syracuse, Kansas.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the Alex Hobson Memorial Fund in care of Fellers Funeral Home, LLC PO Box 1253, Syracuse, KS 67878 620-384-5100.
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