Roland Hudson died March 22, 2019. He was born in Yarbo, AL on October 4, 1931 the son of Leone and Joseph Hudson. He graduated from Vanderbilt University with a degree in engineering and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Roland was married to his beloved wife, Jean Hudson, who preceded him in death in 2016. He is survived by two children, Stephen Hudson, wife Deborah, and daughter Dr. Linda Hudson, husband Paul Finebaum, two grandchildren Allison Behne, husband Bo and Forrest Hudson and by his two great grandchildren Bennett and Baela Behne. The family will receive friends at Ridout's Valley Chapel on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 beginning at 9:30 am with memorial service following at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Jasper First United Methodist Church - Building Fund, 1800 3rd Ave. South, Jasper, AL 35501.