Larry Nelson Hudson

Mr. Larry Nelson Hudson, 86, of Douglasville, Georgia, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Tranquility Hospice. He was born in Lawrenceville, Georgia on November 20, 1939 to the late Eula Bell Silvers Tuck and Nelson Tuck and was then adopted and raised by the late Maude and John Hudson.

Larry was a firefighter and EMT for 23 years in Gwinnett County - he was known for his heart of gold and generous nature. He loved helping others - he was able to serve his community by becoming a Freemason and also the President of the Lawrenceville JC's in his younger days. Larry was a loving, generous and honest man who enjoyed simple pleasures in life such as attending church at First Presbyterian in Douglasville, travelling the coast with his beloved wife, and going fishing.

Larry leaves behind a legacy of kindness and happiness that will never be forgotten by those who knew him.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Grace McGaughey; sister-in-law, Sulane Perry; brother, Woody Hudson; and brother-in-law, Charles Stone.

He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Mrs. Sonyanna Stone Hudson; daughter, Dawn (Jeff) Brooks; son, Darren (Tina) Hudson; grandchildren, Autumn Brooks, Courtney Brooks, Chase Hudson and Drew Hudson; great granddaughter, Kaysen Mayweather; nieces, Vickey (Dan) Bailey and Cindy Marrette; nephews, Harry McGaughey and Steve McGaughey; and beloved neighbor, Dawn Kelley.

In accordance with his wishes, Captain Larry was cremated.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Messages of condolence may be sent to www.jones-wynn.com. Jones-Wynn Funeral Home & Crematory of Douglasville is in charge of the arrangements. (770-942-2311)