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Tom Malone Hudgins, Jr.

September 23, 1956 - August 30, 2026

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Obituary For Tom Malone Hudgins, Jr.

Tom Malone Hudgins, Jr. was born in Sherman, Texas, and attended Sherman Public Schools, graduating in 1974. He continued his education at Austin College and the University of Texas at Arlington.

Tom began his public accounting career working alongside his father at Tom M. Hudgins and Company. Following his father’s passing, he worked for several local CPA firms before answering the call to serve his country. Tom served in both active and reserve duty from 1983 to 2004 with the Joint Special Operations 10th Special Forces Group and the 12th Special Forces Group.

He later moved to Frisco, Texas, where he continued his professional career with UHY Advisors (2004–2009) and BDK (2007–2009). Most recently, he served as the Regional Vice President of Business Development at Merritt Hawkins from 2009 to present.

Tom was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Tom Malone Hudgins Sr. and Ruth Hudgins, as well as his grandparents, Harry (Pete) M. Hudgins, Josephine M. Hudgins, Jefferson D. Wilder, and Minnie J. Wilder; sister, Kathleen H. Beale (Chris), and nephew, Jon M. Jordan (Kristi).

Tom leaves behind a rich legacy of family who loved him dearly:

He is survived by the love of his life and most steadfast supporter, Jennifer Calvin.

His children, Shane M. Hudgins (Jesse), Mallory H. Canaday (Nathan), Ryan N. Hudgins (Savannah), and Blake S. Hudgins (Avery). His beloved grandchildren David P. Canaday, Caleb W. Canaday, Nora M. Canaday, Ryli R. Hudgins, Ford R. Hudgins, and Chase M. Hudgins.
His siblings Josephine (Joey) H. Jordan, Harry M. Hudgins II (Tonya), Bruce W. Hudgins (Sharon), and Ruthann H. Pilkilton (Mark).
His nieces & nephews: Sara E. Schlotz (John), Chad A. Beale (Edy), Adam Beale, Harry (Trey) M. Hudgins III, Bruce J. Hudgins, and Emily P. Mason (Charles).
Tom was also blessed with many grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, and friends, all of whom held a deeply special place in his heart.

Tom was a truly kind, loving man who lived life to the fullest. He treasured his many friendships as true gifts and deeply valued everyone who shared in his life's journey. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A Celebration of Life for Tom will be planned at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Hudgins Family Scholarship at the University of Texas at Arlington at The Hudgins Family Scholarship.

Please include in the gift instructions box: Donation to The Hudgins Family Scholarship in memory of Tom Hudgins Jr.

or his favorite charity, the Green Beret Foundation, at 844-287-7133.

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  • September 13, 2026

    Janis Thompson

    Joey, I can only imagine the shock of losing your brother so suddenly. I pray for you and the entire Hudgins family during this very difficult time.

  • September 12, 2026

    Judy McMullan

    Knowing Tom was truly an honor and blessing. If there was ever an Angel on Earth, it was Tom. Although Tom was a part of our family for only 14 years, it was as though he had always been one of us. Tom did so very much to help David during the last years of his life, and I will always be so grateful and thankful for Tom's strength and encouragement. I will forever miss Tom. He will always have a special place in my heart. Judy McMullan

  • September 12, 2026

    Melinda Watson

    Tom was a great person and friend. So many memories from our childhood. Jumping on their trampoline, playing football on that lot on the corner, and riding Old Gray. Riding in the carpool taking my brother Mike, Tom, David, Joey, and Sam to Dillingham. Bruce and I tagged along with our big brothers. Always kind and sweet. My heart was overjoyed when seeing the Hudgins at my little brother's service in January 2026. When you look up and see good true friends, it comforts your heart and soul. That's how I always will remember Tom, a true friend to so many . May the good Lord comfort and carry this precious family during these difficult times ahead. Melinda Miller Watson.

  • September 08, 2026

    David Young

    So many great memories with Tom and the Hudgins family growing up. Solving the world's problems while jumping on the backyard trampoline, riding stingray bicycles with Mike, Wayne and the rest of the neighborhood gang, my first ride on a horse at his uncles, walking across railroad tracks, out to eat with Daddy Pete and the family, riding in his dad's 66' Toronado, He will be missed but never forgotten. He was a great kid, friend, and great man! Condolences to the Hudgins family. David Young.

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