Martha Ann Riggan Hobby, 95, of Benton, walked into the Arms of Jesus on October 28, 2026. Martha/Mom/Nanna was born to Fred & Christine Riggan on February 9, 1931. She grew up in Leola and moved to Benton in the 10th grade. She graduated from Benton High School in 1948 and played basketball. She married Calvin M. Hobby on November 15, 1953. They were married for 58 years until his death in 2012. Martha was a Homemaker and Insurance agent for over 50 years. She was an active member of Parkview United Methodist Church singing in the choir for many many years.

Mom is survived by her brother, Harold Riggan; two sons, Lyle (Jean) Hobby of Dallas and Phil Hobby of Benton; five grandchildren, Shawn (Leslie) Hobby, Brooke (Aaron) Johnson, Ryan (Molly) Hobby, Charis Hobby & Blake Hobby. She also has six great-grandchildren, Diana, Emry, Clair, Lucy, Hank & Catherine.

Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, November 2 at Ashby Funeral Home.

Funeral will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 3 at Parkview United Methodist Church with burial at Pinecrest Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Parkview United Methodist Church or Charity of your choice in Martha’s Name.