Condolences

• 09/16/2021

  Daniel Hudson

  Hey, Dad. Today marks ten years since we lost you! I can't believe it has been that long. I miss you dearly. I miss our afternoon phone calls when I am heading home. I miss your smile and laugh! Tammy is almost done with her residency. COVID really put a kink in her hours when in-person meetings were not allowed/recommended. But she is almost there. Then she will be licensed and can practice on her own. She is doing such a great job, and I know she really loves what she does. Eli is in the 10th grade, and soon we will get his learner's permit! I still remember you taking me out to drive when I got my learner's permit. Remember that time we jumped on the highway, and you took me all the way down to route 460? Man, was I nervous; I bet you were too. I can't wait to start that journey with him. Eli is turning into such a great young man. His heart is golden, and always caring for others. I love that boy so much, and I am so proud to be his dad. He talks about you sometimes, and I know he misses you! Violet will be 11 next week. She is so beautiful, but tell her that, she will get furious 😉. She is sassy, and I love that about her. She is growing up way too fast; however, sometimes, I think she wants to grow up more quickly. I wish she had more memories of you. I often talk about you and show her the photos we have of you in our living room. You would have just loved her so much; I know it. I love her will all my heart, and I wish she would stay my baby forever! The new job is going great. I am so thankful for this opportunity to learn something different than just law enforcement. I have grown so much over the years, and I know my future is bright. I can't thank you for that! You were a great example to me, and I love you very much! Mom is living in Florida right now on the east coast, and Chris and Kyle are in Florida living on the west coast. Everyone seems to be doing okay; however, I do wish they lived closer sometimes. I see you in Chris all the time. You would have been so proud of him as well. Remember, we all miss you very much, Dad, and we all love you very much. Call when you can, and we can catch up 😉 .

• 04/08/2021

  Daniel Hudson

  Hey, Dad. Tammy and I both finished our Master's Degrees! Eli is almost 15 and is a freshman now (he is also taller than me, but don't tell him that!). Violet will be 10 next week and is now in the 5th grade. She is so beautiful, dad. I wish you could see her. I wish you could see them both! Eli is turning into such a great man. Even this past year, which as been so difficult with COIVD, he has really stepped up and started taking lots of responsibility around the house and with Violet! Tammy and I are doing really well. She is such a great therapist, and I can see her light shine now. It is so bright! I am so proud of her. Big news for me, I quit the police department last year. I took another position within the city as a Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator! I couldn't be more happy. It has been a rough year learning the new job while working from home (COVID), but i am picking it up slowly but surely. Chris and Kyle are doing great too. You would have loved Kyle. He is so kind. Mom is back in Florida. She really loves the weather and her great circle of friends. I am happy for her. I can't believe it has been 9 years now since we lost you. I miss you very much, dad. There are times when i driving home and I pick-up the phone to call you, then reality sets in. I hope you are okay and are happy! I miss you very much and i wish you were here to see Tammy, Eli, and Violet. We love you very much! Remember the last words I whispered in your ear, Dad. I love you, I got this dad, don't worry.

• 04/08/2021

  Daniel Hudson

  Hey dad. I miss you and love you very much. Things are going good here. The kids are growing up so fast. I tell them to slow down, but they just laugh. You would have had a blast with Violet. She is a wrecking ball. Eli has such a wonderful heart. He talks about you a lot. You are always on my heart dad. I miss our daily phone calls after I would get off work. I can't wait to see and talk to you again. I love you dad. RIP. I got this under control. Daniel

• 04/08/2021

  Daniel hudson

  I love you and miss you dad! Rest in peace! I got this! Daniel

• 04/08/2021

  Gary Nelson

  To The Family of Dale Hudson I first met Dale when I was an investigator (now retired) with Virginia Beach PD, working auto theft cases. Although I know Dale had an extensive Law Enforcement and related career, when I first met him he was in the insurance investigation field. He was always extremely helpful in anything that was needed and he worked closely with us on investigations related to loses by or of his company's customers. Dale actively participated in auto theft and insurance investigative groups that we were both part of during the years we worked together. I always welcomed his expertise, his advice and his encouragement. I am thankful that we re-connected briefly since I retired and I found out he was ill and I was able to visit him a number of times. Dale's presence will be missed and I am the better for having known him both personally and professionally. My sincerest regrets to you for the loss of your loved one. Gary Nelson

• 04/08/2021

  Claudia Combs

  I have known Dale since the late sixties when he had just completed the VA State Police Basic Academy and was assigned to Area 32 where I was the area secretary. In later years when he worked as an investigator with GEICO, we had contact again through the insurance fraud office where I worked. Dale was a great guy, and I thought so much of him. I know that he loved his family dearly. He will be missed.

• 04/08/2021

  darla obal

  I worked with Dale at GEICO. We extend our sincere sympathy to his family. Darla and Jim Obal

• 04/08/2021

  helene bynum goodwyn

  To the Family of Dale Hudson....Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of your father's loss.

• 04/08/2021

  Pam Edwards

  I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Hudson as his hospice volunteer. I enjoyed listening to him reminisce about his law enforcement career and going through his cd collection with him. Condolences to his family. Pam Edwards Hospice Volunteer Coordinator Medi Home Health & Hospice

• 04/08/2021

  Emma Tillett

  I am so sorry to hear about Dale's passing. I knew Dale throughout his entire career at GEICO and remember his many stories from both his careers and family times. No matter how a day was going, Dale remained professional, friendly and willing to help. I will always have fond memories of working with him. May you find comfort in all your special memories and knowing he is at peace. Our condolences. The Tillett Family

• 04/08/2021

  Marny Sanders

  I (Marny) had the pleasure of working with Dale at GEICO. He was very professional, a true gentleman and he represented GEICO well. Like Dale, we have two sons so it was always easy to share stories about our "pride and joy." He loved you boys so much. We extend our sincere sympathy in the loss of your father, and we ask God's blessing on you at this difficult time. Most sincerely, Sparky and Marny Sanders

• 04/08/2021

  Henry K Smith, Jr.

  I am very saddened to learn of the recent passing of Dale. I worked with Dale at Geico for many years. I considered him a dear friend. He will be sorely missed.

• 04/08/2021

  Kris Kennedy

  Dale was my boss and mentor when I first started at NATB back in 1981. I could not have asked for a better person. Although well fell out of touch over the years, I consider Dale a good friend. I am saddened by Dale's passing. My deepest sympathies to Danny and Chris. Kris Kennedy

• 04/08/2021

  Kitty Sublett Page

  My sympathy to the family on the death of your father. Dale and I lived a few doors from each other growing up on Warren Ave. He never let me forget that I was one week older than he. We was a wonderful friend that I lost track of over the years.

• 04/08/2021

  Daniel Hudson

  Hey Dad. I miss you so much. I started my Masters Degree a few ago. It is a lot of work. But I know you would be proud. Tammy is going great in her classes as well. She is going to be a great counselor. Eli started baseball! I love playing catch with him, it reminds me of us. Violet is still a handful, but is she is my heart. I wish you were here. I love you so much, and miss you.