Orval Gene Hudson passed away on June 12, 2019 at the age of 84. He was born February 16, 1935 in Jefferson City, Missouri to Orval Turner Hudson and Helen Dorothy Linn Hudson. He was the oldest of five children.

Gene served two years in the U.S. Army at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri and Ft. Benning, Georgia. He was employed by General Motors Corporation, Kansas City, Missouri for 30 years until his retirement in 1987. In the late 1980's he bought and lived on his farm in Warrensburg, Missouri where he lived along side his beloved companion Mary Draper Hammond.

Gene was known for his love of all things automotive, especially American made cars. He enjoyed buying and selling, fixing, NASCAR and demolition derby.

In his last 30 years he found joy with family, Mary's family, Amber Heckenkamp, Allison Heckenkamp and life on the farm.

Gene's family will remember his generosity, fun-loving personality, storytelling and love for his family and extended family.

He is preceded in death by his four siblings Donald "Dude" Hudson, Betty "Boo" Chandler, Samuel "Squeek" Hudson and Mary "De" Ebling. He is survived by his two sons, Mark Hudson of Paola and Michael and Sarah Hudson of Blue Springs, 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

No services will be scheduled at this time.

Arrangements entrusted to Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg.

Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralchapel.net