Final Salute

Thomas Eugene Hodges, age 87, of Valrico, Florida passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024. While our hearts ache and we mourn his loss, we take comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering. Tom passed away after a long illness at home, surrounded by his family. He embodied the best qualities: He loved his Lord and Savior and shared an unconditional love for his family. Later Gator. We love you to the moon and back. Until we meet again. Kiss, kiss, kiss He was preceded in death by his first wife of 49 years, Lyndall Louise Smith, and grandson, Tyler Owen Williamson.

Survivors Wife- Kendra Renshaw

Children- Christina (David) Williamson of Springdale, AR

Mary Frances (Brian) Whipple of Oak Creek, WI

Thomas (Christine) Hodges of West Allis, WI

Donna Hodges (Brian Chladek) Wetumpka, AL

Travis (Kim) Hodges of CA

18 Grandchildren 22 Great-grandchildren 3 Great-great-grandchildren

Siblings- Leroy Hodges of Winter Haven, FL

Lenoard Hodges (Martha), of Tampa, FL

Barbara Santana Coller, of Fayetteville, North Carolina

Pallbearers- Adam Stahura, Austin Stahura, Alvin Stahura,

Travis Hodges, Thomas Hodges, Gene Duggin

In place of flowers, donations can be made to the

National Cemetery Administration (NCA), Southeast District, VA.gov | Veterans Affairs

or the Wounded Warriors Project https://supportwoundedwrriorproject.org

A lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Tom retired after 23 years as an electrician at GM’s Delphi plant.

Thomas was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for 65 yrs. Tom dropped out of school early and later joined the Air Force. Education became a lifelong love, and he sought opportunities to learn new skills. He held numerous certifications.

Military service-

US Air Force 4yrs Honorable Discharge

Turret Systems Mechanic

Good Conduct Medal

National Defense Service Medal

US Navy Reservist retired

Seabee Battalion

Chief Construction Electrician

Practical Lineman Diploma

National Certificate International Association of Electrical Inspectors