Travis Cooper Hudson

He was born in Knoxville, TN and was homeschooled through the fifth grade, then attended Knoxville Adventist School before completing his education at South Doyle High School. Travis was happiest in the outdoors, especially mountain biking with his dad and fishing.

He found fulfillment in hosting and cooking for his friends. He was a die-hard TN Vol Fan and was diligently training his daughter, Hazel to be one as well. After struggling for years, he found support and was an active member in the Nashville/Hendersonville Recovery community.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Connie Amos Hudson; maternal grandfather, Dionisio Hernandez Soto; and uncle, Dionisio Hernandez Jr.

He is survived by his daughter, Hazel Belle Hudson; father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. Chris Hudson Sr (Shelley); mother, Eunice Hernandez; brothers, Chris Hudson Jr. and Evan Hudson; grandparents, Arnold and Sharon Hudson, Nelson and Alipia Gonzalez; nephew, Rylan Hudson; and Travis' partner of almost seven years, Cassie Shaffer.

The family will receive friends Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920 with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 4:00 PM. Online condolences and fond memories may be shared with the Hudson family at www.berryfuneralhome.com