Carl Wilson Hudson
November 1, 1955 ~ May 6, 2018
Resided in:
Arden, North Carolina
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Carl Hudson passed away on May 6, 2018, at the age of 62 years.
A native of North Carolina and son of the late Clifford and Jennie Kiser Hudson, Carl attended the DeVry Institute of Technology, graduated with a degree in Electronic Engineering Technology and the University of North Carolina at Asheville where he received a B.S. in Computer Science.
In 1977, he began his engineering career with Singer-Kearfott in Black Mountain, NC where he was to spend his entire working career, initially in test equipment and ultimately in design engineering. Carl was complimented numerous times over the years by colleagues and customers for the quality of his work and he was very proud of Kearfott’s reputation for exceptional performance and reliability.
Carl served on the board of United Services Credit Union for a number of years.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Teresa Whitaker Hudson, son Kevin, daughter Courtney (Brian), two grandsons Maddux and Brooks, sister Nancy Chapman, and brother Jerry (Emily).
A Celebration of Carl’ s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 11 in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian, with burial to follow at Calvary Churchyard in Fletcher. His family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6-8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family graciously asks that memorial donations be made to the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org).
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Im so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Tee Haney
I’m very sorry to hear about Carl’s passing. I learned so much while working for him and owe him a debt of gratitude for where I am today. Rest in peace my friend.
Teresa and family, I am so shocked and very sorry for your sudden loss. I hope the days that come will bring you peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
‘What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes part of us.’? -Helen Keller
Thoughts and prayers for you all. So sorry to hear about what happens.
I have know Carl for a short time. I was amazed at how intelligent he was. He was always kind to me and I respected him very much. I will miss him.
Carl was the kind of man who always made you feel better when you talked to him, he had this sweet spirit that radiated good will toward others. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Teresa, I’m so sorry your family is experiencing this painful loss. My prayers will be with you. Chloette
Our deepest sympathy to Carl’s family and friends.
Jacksonville High School Class of 1974.
Teresa and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you. God bless you all. Debra, Terry, Nicole
Work with Carl for many years a great person So sorry for your loss
To the family of Carl Hudson,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Carl was a cherished lifelong friend and will be greatly missed by many. He always had a kind word or a joke to share. We all have so many wonderful memories of growing up together in Jacksonville NC. Although we will be unable to make the trip to pay our respects in person, please know we are there in spirit. Much love to all!
Grace Todd, Dale Todd, Tracy Todd Gibson and families.
I am very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories from working with Carl and he was a kind friend and influence upon me. My prayers are with you, and may God bless you at this time.
To the Carl Hudson family, Carl was a great friend to me here at Kearfott Corporation, MSD. He had a fun whit and always was smiling. He was already missed here and I pray your hearts will be comforted.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
I can’t even find the words to say how sorry I am for your loss. Carl was my big brother. His family and mine were very close. He, Jerry and I were like brothers and sister. We were so close he even came and visited me when we moved to GA. I have so many pics and great memories of him. I was so lucky to reconnect with him on Facebook several years ago. He will always have a special place in my heart. God Bless All of You!!! RIP my Big Brother!! Love you with all my heart.
Teresa, we’ve lost a great man, Father & friend. I hope that you & your family find peace now that he is in God’s fold. He & I had some great times working together on leading edge projects here at Kearfott. We had fun times years gone by teaching Atari programming classes down at the All Souls Church in Biltmore. Great trips to Huntsville where he always had to find a barbecue place to eat. He always tried to help anyone in need. I will miss him for sure!!!
So Sorry to hear about Carl I enjoyed working with him over the years he always had a smile on his face an will miss him dearly.
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family
I am very sorry for your loss. Carl was a very good person and he was always nice me.
Esrarul Islam
Our condolences for the entire family. Carl was a long time friend.
Sorry for your loss. Worked with Carl many years on several jobs that he was an Engineer on. Always a smile on his face. He is going to be missed by all that knew him.
To the Carl Hudson family, I was very sad to hear of Carl’s passing and my heartfelt sympathy and condolences go out to you. I had the privilege of meeting and working with Carl over 30 years ago. I truly enjoyed working with him and becoming friends. He will truly be missed, Sadly, I will not be able to attend the service, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Teresa and Children, I am so sorry to learn about Carl’s passing. I will keep you in my thoughts through this difficult time.
Dear Teresa, Courtney, and Kevin: My heart was saddened to hear the news of Carl’s passing. Please accept my most sincere condolences. Carl was a very nice gentleman, and I considered him a friend. He loved his family, and was so proud of the grand babies! I will cherish the times we were able to share lunch together at the Blk Mtn Center, and the years our families spent on the ball field when Jess and Courtney were younger. Carl will be sorely missed by so many. Keeping your family close in prayer during this time. May God’s Peace be with you.
Teresa, May the Grace of the Lord be with you through this time of tragedy. May you find the peace you need to sustain you through the coming days . My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
I worked with Carl for only a short time and only had few conversations with him, but immediately realized how brilliant, kind and thoughtful he was. My thoughts and condolences are with all his friends and family.
I worked with Carl for 4 years at Kearfott and he was always a pleasure to interact with. Very smart and friendly. He was kind and down to earth in a challenging place to be. He was helpful to me on many occasions when I was struggling to find my way and reminded me to keep a stiff upper lip.
So sorry to hear this. I worked with Carl for several years, he always had a smile and kind word for everyone. He came to my work station the day he retired to give me a goodbye hug, said he was going to go spend some time with his grandkids. To his family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. God give you the peace and comfort that only He can.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THOUGH THIS TIME OF LOST , HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE , JACK& LINDA BUTLER & FAMILY
Teresa & family I am very heartbroken over loosing my neighborhood buddy and the one I took drivers ed with and went through all our elementary school years together. I had spoken to Carl maybe two years ago and send him the picture of our 3rd grade class per his request. So many good memories and was looking forward to a visit on our next trip to Asheville.
I know Carl is now in Paradise and enjoying his new home with the promise of a everlasting life. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort in the days ahead and give you peace. Love & prayers, Teresa Ketchum Mason
To Carl’s wife Theresa and family, please accept my most sincere condolences. I considered Carl one of my best friends at Thompson Elementary School in Jacksonville, NC. I still remember him and I regret not keeping up with that friendship throughout our later school years in Jacksonville. He was a great guy then and I am sure he remained that way with all his family and friends.
I am so sorry to hear of Carl’s passing. I worked with Carl for over 20 years. My daughter(Misty) babysat Kevin and Courtney when you lived in Black Mountain. I considered Carl a good friend. Teresa, my heart hurts for you, Kevin, and Courtney. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Teresa,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Please know that you and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carl was a great friend and Engineer. I will forever be indebted to him for the knowledge and friendship he shared with me. Carl had a big heart and I know that we will all miss his way. He was a good friend. My sincerest condolences Teresa, Kevin, Courtney, and family.
Teresa and family. I am so sorry for your lose. May God carry you this troubling time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am saddened and am reaching out to give my condolences to Teresa, Kevin, and Courtney. I have always recognized Carl’s sense of humor, witty perspective, and anything is possible attitude.
He will be missed.
Teresa, Kevin, and Courtney~
I was so sorry to hear about Carl. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and love are with you all. If there is anything we can do, please don’t hesitate to reach out. <3
Teresa, I was saddened to hear that Carl had died, he was probably the best friend I had in Asheville. Joan and I had lunch with him on the Monday before that Sunday and he seemed in good spirits. Carl and I seemed to have a real compatible friendship, much more than a business relationship.
I was sorry that Joan and I were out of town for the week and did not return to Asheville until the 12th, but we were praying for Carl and you and truly believe that Carl will be In the right place. If there is any way I can be of help to you don’t hesitate to ask.
Carl was my friend. He was always giving me advice on how to balance work and family, and with my retirement. I was truly hoping he would come back and work part time at Kearfott in the future. He was a good man and I’m saddened by his passing.