James William Hodges
March 30, 1943 ~ July 19, 2014
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James William Hodges, age 71, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 19, 2014. Born in Northampton County on March 30, 1943, he was the son of the Rowland H. Hodges and Elizabeth Griffin Hodges.
Jimmy served his country in the United States Navy. He retired from Lance, Inc. and later retired from United Insurance. A fun loving guy, James had the ability to make others laugh. His quick wit and contagious smile was always met by others. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Jimmy was a member of the Scotland Neck Rescue Squad for 15 years. He was also honored to be a past Shriner and Mason of the Scotland Neck lodge.
He leaves behind his wife of 20 years, Linda Mitchell Hodges; sons, John Hodges and wife Trina of Roanoke Rapids, Arthur "Griff" Hodges and wife Angela of Wendell; stepsons, Bill Fuller of Morrisville, Joe Fuller and wife Brooke of Holly Springs, Kenneth Fuller and wife Karen of Raleigh; grandson, Joshua Hodges; four step grandchildren; brother, Roland Hodges Jr. and wife Margie of Apex; and a host of friends.
A funeral service to remember James will be held at 2:00pm Friday, July 25, 2014 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home with Rev. Dwayne Alston, Rev. Rick Moser, and Rev. Steve Leroux officiating. Visitation with the family will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at 2:00pm Saturday afternoon at Calvary Methodist Church Cemetery in Littleton, NC with Rev. Stan Lewis officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Post Office Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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I was so sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. We were both volunteer members with the Scotland Neck Rescue Squad. I also had the privilege of knowing Jimmy as a friend. No matter how bad a situation Jimmy could always use his humor to make you laugh. I know you will miss him dearly. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.. God bless you.
Jimmy was always a pleasure to be around…fun, hilarious, witty and happy. We’ll miss him so at family gatherings. My heart goes out to Linda, John and Griff and the rest of the family. He’ll be missed.
Griff and John, I know the pain you are going through. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever experienced, when I lost my Dad. We have a lot of good, funny memories of Jimmy. He was a jolly, happy person with lots of smiles. He will be missed. God bless you all!
John and Griff, Sammy and I were so sorry to hear about Jimmy. We have run into him several times in Rocky Mt. in the grocery store and had long visits in the store aisle. Jimmy was quite a character and will be missed by everyone. You have such wonderful memories to hold on to and remember. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Griff so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. May God bless you and your family. May God comfort your heart and bring you peace in this time in your life. Rev. Ron Carter
Mr. Hodges was such a sweet neighbor and I will never forget how when I locked myself out of the house, he welcomed me in his home until someone brought me a key. We will miss that sweet smile as he rode his lawnmower. Prayers of peace and comfort to Mrs. Hodges and family. Your neighbor, The Phillips Family
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In your time of grief, may you be comforted by the warm thoughts of those who care. I just dont know what to say to make things better, sometimes words just arent enough. The God of tender mercies, & comfort, 2 Cor. 13,4. For he gave first, John 316.