Ronald S Hudson

life story

Loving Uncle, Brother & Friend

Ronald Steven Hudson, age 77. Passed away at home in Richfield, MN with freinds and family by his side.

As a Navy veteran, Ron served two tours of duty in Vietnam from 1966-1970. His service included offloading ships where he was frequently exposed to Agent Orange. This exposure wreaked havoc on his health with multiple cancers among other things.

Born in Milford, DE he was preceeded in death by his parents Harry T. Hudson, Sr. and Dorothy Adele (Bennett) Hudson; brothers Harry T. Hudson Jr., infant Harold, Donald and sister Barbara P. Needham. Ron is survived by his sister Beverly Ann Ivens and brothers John and Michael. Neice Barbara Jean and nephews Eric, Edward, Dale, Harry, Kenny and John.

Lifelong friends remember Ron as a country line dancer enthusiast. He took pride in his yard and garden, striving to be the best on the block. He excelled in home improvement and repair projects. Ron also loved his cat Jack, standard poodles Charlie & Duke and airdale Axel.

Ron first started cutting hair as a sophomore in 1964 before graduating in 1966 from Milton High School. His business, RS Hudson Design, served clients for 60 years with meticulous work in cosmotology. Thoughtful and caring he worked hard to help and accomodate others. As a good listener he served as a defacto therapist.

He is already missed.

memorial service

Celebration of Life

Celebration of Life gathering in MSP hopefully in December 2024. Time and place to be determined.

Burial with military honors in Milton, DE, Spring 2025.