Marion, Ms - Jerry Gail Hobgood passed away in Marion, MS July 1, 2026, at the age of 77. He was born and raised in Marion, Mississippi, and was a lifelong resident. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, July 8th at 10:00 am, presided over by the Revs Dale Moore and Davey Wilkinson at Magnolia Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Robert Barham Family Funeral Home.

Jerry graduated from Meridian High School in 1967. He then attended Auburn University where he received an Architectural degree in 1972. He worked as an architect for 54 years, up until his passing. He is well known for many designs within the community. He was very passionate about his work and loved travelling. One of his most memorable trips was when he met Perry, his best friend, under the Eiffel Tower at noon on July 4th, 1971, where they started their 6 month long hitchhiking journey across Europe. He was an avid Auburn sports fan, War Eagle! He enjoyed going for a cruise in his 1968 Camaro or taking the boat for a lap around Dalewood on a calm Sunday afternoon.

He is survived by his wife, Patti; his three children Morgan Alyse (Joe) Boswell, Flynt Coleman Hobgood II, Jerry Wright (Megan) Hobgood; his brother James Leslie (Carolyn) Hobgood; three grandchildren Elliott Maddox Boswell, Charlotte Gloria Boswell and Brooks Thomas Hobgood; and his best friend Perry Richardson. He is preceded in death by his parents, Flynt Coleman and Sibyl Tew Hobgood.

The family suggests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Marion Community Church in his memory.