Downs Funeral Home 4608 Elysian Fields Road Marshall, Texas 75672 903-927-1700 Robert William Hobbs Robert William Hobbs, 59, passed away on August 05, 2010 in Shreveport, Louisiana. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Robert William Hobbs was born on October 19, 1950 in Linden, Texas to William Dale Hobbs and Frances Elease McDaniel Hobbs. He was of the Baptist faith. Robert was a carpenter in the construction business. He served his country in the US Army from 1968-1971, serving a tour of duty in Vietnam. He is survived by his sister, Nell Willis of Marshall and several nieces and nephews.