Marshall Keith Hudson, age 62, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, May 28, 2026. He was born on June 22, 1963, in Portsmouth, Virginia. Though a native of Portsmouth, Marshall was a resident of Newport News for over 35 years.
Marshall graduated from Poquoson High School in 1981. After graduation, he pursued higher education. He graduated from Christopher Newport University, earning a bachelor’s degree in business management. After graduating from university, Marshall made a career for himself at Newport News Shipbuilding, graduating from the apprentice school and becoming an X11 Shipfitter, and working there for over 35 years. When Marshall wasn’t at work, he enjoyed fishing and snake hunting. Most of all, though, he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Marshall was preceded in death by his mother, June Hope, and his father, Chapman Wayne Hudson. He is survived by his two children, Stephanie Rodriguez and Nicholas Keith Hudson; his siblings, Melody and Morris Hudson; one grandchild, Jake Robert Rodriguez; his niece, Christina Morgan; and his nephews, Gabriel Hudson and Timothy Morgan.
Though Marshall has passed, his memory will live on in those who loved and cherished him.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 5th, at 4 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd, Newport News.
Flowers can be sent to Peninsula Funeral Home.