It is with great sadness we announce the passing of a long-time resident of Sierra County, Curtis “Tick” Hobbs. Born in Blessings, Texas on October 1, 1931 to Dona and George Hobbs, he was one of nine children.

Proceeding him to Heaven were his parents; siblings: Claude Hobbs, Alda Hobbs Bundick, Wayne Hobbs, Floyd “Fat” Hobbs, Lloyd “Timer” Hobbs, Margaret “Bug” Hobbs-Phingsten and Donald Hobbs; and son, Walter Hobbs.

Left to carry on his legacy are his children: Ronda McBride and husband Larry, Wally Hobbs and wife, Dora, and Wanett Zacharzuk; along with 15 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Papa Tick loved God, family, and friends.

He had many beautiful stories of his 90 years of life. He was a cowboy through and through- his day always began early with a cup of coffee followed by biscuits, chile and taters, coconut cream and hamburgers which were some of his favorite foods. He was an avid rockhound, who loved nature. He was part of building every road you drive on and was one of the founders of the Caballo Church. In his retirement years, he was able to do lots of woodworking projects.

The family invites everyone to celebrate his life with them on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the Caballo Church, with a visitation starting at 1:00 P.M. and a short funeral service at 2:00 P.M. Tick will then be laid to rest at the Caballo Cemetery.

We were all blessed to learn from a hardworking, God-fearing man, whose greatest accomplishment was raising his family to know God and have values to carry with them throughout life. Thank you, Jesus for giving us 90 years with Tick! A special thank you to those who helped Tick and supported the family through his transition to his Heavenly Home.