Murray C. Hudson
Murray C. Hudson, of Princeville, Kauai, passed away peacefully on Aug. 31, 2024, at Wilcox Hospital surrounded by his devoted family. Born Oct. 12, 1928, in Breckenridge, Texas. Murray served overseas in the United States Navy during World War II and was awarded with the World War II Victory Medal. Following his military service, Murray graduated from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas as a Petroleum Engineer.
Murray retired as President of Esso China Ltd. (Exxon) after 35 years of service spanning six countries including Benghazi, Libya, Melbourne, Australia, Jakarta, Indonesia, Singapore, Rangoon, Burma and Guangzhou, China. He conducted drilling exploration in these six countries involving 150 offshore wells where doubled oil production and made important oil discoveries.
Known for his positive and lasting relationships with the employees under his management, he developed home ownership programs, creating and maintaining excellent morale among those in various countries where he served.
Among his many community projects, following Hurricane Iniki, Murray volunteered to assist those in need by restoring many public areas, including his work with Habitat for Humanity to rebuild a home in Hanalei. For two years he faithfully delivered Meals on Wheels to families from Hanalei to Wainiha. As an active Lions member he repaired bus stops, built park benches, and even mowed the Hanalei Lookout for several years. Murray also selflessly managed his neighborhood Sunset Drive Community Association for 27 years. In addition, he served as Secretary and Treasurer of the Wednesday Golf Club at Wailua Golf Course for numerous years. Murray never looked for accolades for his many years of good deeds.
Survived by his devoted wife of 40 years Sabina, sons Roy (Chris) of Austin, Texas, Dan (Anabelle) of South Carolina, Jon (Mike) of St. Louis, four grandchildren Daniel, Ashley (Kyle), Jonathan (Jessica), Sam (Sarah), great-grand twins Hayes and Luka, step-children Perry (Fonda), Sherrie (Richard), granddaughters Angeline and Ashley.
Ceremony with Military Honors is scheduled for Oct. 12, 2024 (Murray’s 96th Birthday) at Kauai Veterans Cemetery, Hanapepe at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hawaii Parkinson Association, 2228 Liliha St, Suite 206, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817.
