Obituaries
Richard A. Hobday, 96
January 27, 2018
Richard A. Hobday passed away January 27, 2018, after a very brief illness. Born in Lancaster on June 24, 1921, “Dick” was the son of Mary (Hodgen) and Austin R. Hobday. He was preceded in death by his wife Janet (Anderson) and a son A. Richard “Rick”. He is survived by his children; Diane Cannizzaro, Shelton, CT, Karen Bennett (Thomas), Lancaster, PA, Stephen J., Lancaster, PA, Mary Lynn DiPaolo (Michael), Stroudsburg, PA, Kevin R. (Jill), Odessa, FL, 17 grandchildren, and 24 great-grandchildren.
Dick attended Lancaster Catholic High School and graduated from Temple University earning a BS in Finance. He furthered his education at the U.S. Naval Preparatory Flight School at the University of Pennsylvania, Franklin & Marshall College, and the University of North Carolina, ultimately earning his CPA certification.
During World War II, Dick served in the U.S. Navy having been stationed in Beaufort at the 101st Naval Patrol Bombers Squadron and later at Hendricks Army Airfield in South Florida where he served as a Naval air trainer. Following his service in the military, he returned to Lancaster, married Janet (Anderson) and reared their six children.
He began his professional career at Haskins & Sells in New York as a staff accountant. He then worked for 14 years at Hatter, Harris & Beittel of Lancaster before accepting a position as Comptroller for the Hubley Manufacturing Company in 1962. He completed his professional business career upon his retirement in 1980 from the Pennfield Corporation. At Pennfield, Dick was a valued and integral member of the Senior Management Team which led that organization to unprecedented growth and development in the late 60s and 70s
For several years, while pursuing his profession, Dick utilized his knowledge and expertise as a part time Accounting professor at Franklin & Marshall College.
Dick was a member of the American and Pennsylvania Institutes of Certified Public Accountants.
He was a faithful Roman Catholic his entire life and member of 3 local parishes, St. Mary’s, Sacred Heart of Jesus, and St Leo the Great, respectively.
A member of Conestoga Country Club for many years, Dick was a skilled, competitive golfer and avid Notre Dame sports fan.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St Leo the Great Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 31st @11:00am. Visitation will be from 10:00AM to 11:00AM prior to the service. Private family burial will follow the Mass. In lieu of flowers, we respectfully request memorials directed to Lancaster Catholic High School and/or St Leo the Great Church, in his name.
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Condolences to the Family
April 15, 2018
I remember Mr. Hobday coming to the ST Mary’s Rectory for a conference with Msgr. Tighe when I worked there in the late ’50s. My best to Diane and her family.
Terry Patterson
February 01, 2018
February 1, 2018
To the Hobday Family,
My sister Mary just told me the news of your father’s passing–I’m so sorry to hear of it. I have such fond memories of him when, dear Karen, you and I played together at your home on College Ave. so many moons ago. I remember the twinkle in his eye and his terrific sense of humor. He was a wonderful husband to your dear mother, father to you all and friend to so many. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending much love. Dotti (Kegel) Cullinan
January 31, 2018
Our deepest condolences to the entire Hobday family on Dick’s passing. We know his loss creates a huge void and he and your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy!!
Sylvia & Don Schaller
January 31, 2018
Steve, Karen, Diane, Mary Lynn and Kevin
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Our family and yours go back to College Avenue and Walnut Street days. Those were good days. Your Dad now rests, together with your wonderful Mother and Rick, smiling down on all of you.
Josie (Ransing) Rice
January 31, 2018
To entire Hobday family:
Dick was a very fine man & family friend who was a tremendous help to me in my young business career. I shall forever be grateful.
John Grim
January 30, 2018
Condolences to the Hobday family. Dick was a friend, and classmate of my father,Tom. I got to play golf with them many times, and it was always great. RIP Dick. Say hello to Rick for me. Phil McCaskey
January 30, 2018
Dear Diane,
Sincerest condolences to you and your family. Many prayers to you. I will light a candle for your father on Sunday at Mass, and offer Mass up for him. I am so sorry for your loss.
January 30, 2018
Dear Karen and Tom,
Sorry to see the loss of your father. Hope you and Tom are doing as well as can be. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Ron and Donna Meikrantz
January 30, 2018
Dear Hobday Family,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Warmly,
Anne Louise
January 30, 2018
Dear Diane, Karen, Stevie, Marylynn, and Kevin: This is Dan Flynn. I was so sorry to learn of your Father’s passing today. I really enjoyed knowing him as he was such a “piece of work!” Unfortunately I will be unable to be at the sevice tomorrow, but wanted you all to know that I am thinking of each of you at this difficult time. I hope this finds you well and that your families are well too. Sincerely, Dan Flynn
January 30, 2018
Diane,
Ken and I send our sincere condolences for the loss of your dad.
Ken and Marilyn
January 30, 2018
He was a charming, intelligent man who was a friend and professional to many. He always welcomed his children’s friends who played at the Hobday home on College Avenue. May he rest in peace.
Sissy Rowan Diaz-Cruz
January 30, 2018
Diane, deepest condolances to you, your sisters & family. All of you are in my thoughts & prayers.
Duddy Segro
January 30, 2018
Sorry to read of your loss. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Evie Sullivan
January 29, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Sincerely,
Ted Loht and Family
January 29, 2018
Sending peaceful vibes for the Hobday Family.
Patsy Heilbron Lavinia
January 29, 2018
Sorry for your loss, Hobday family! Jean Dockey
January 29, 2018
Kevin i am so sorry for your loss.i truly feel your pain.love you Sandy Fazio
January 29, 2018
RIP Dick
January 29, 2018
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad…I am sending heartfelt condolences to all of the family..
January 29, 2018
So sorry to see this My Favorite Uncle My Deepest Condolences to my cousins and family rest in peace Uncle Dick
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- Wednesday, January 31, 2018
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- St. Leo the Great Catholic Church
- 2427 Marietta Ave.
- Lancaster, PA
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- Wednesday, January 31, 2018
- 11:00 AM
- St. Leo the Great Catholic Church
- 2427 Marietta Ave.
- Lancaster, PA
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