Celebrating the life of
Bruce Nolan Hodge
June 01, 1925 - January 06, 2012
Bruce Nolan Hodge
Tybee Island, GA - Bruce Nolan Hodge, 86, died Friday, January 6, 2012 at his residence at Tybee Island. He was born in Dayton, Ohio son of the late, Byron T. and Edna Mae Shoemaker Hodge. He lived in Dayton for fourteen years and later moved to Saint Clair, Michigan. During World War II Bruce entered the United States Army where he was a tank crewman gunner. In 1944, Bruce married Betty, his high school sweetheart. He was an Independent Trucker for over 30 years and in 1965, Bruce and Betty moved to Winter Garden, FL where he co-owned with his son Mark Bru-Mar Foliage Nursery for 25 years. He retired in 1990 and moved to Rincon, Georgia. After Betty retired, they moved to Tybee Island where he was a member of Trinity Chapel United Methodist Church, American Legion Post No. 154, Tybee Card Club, Shriners Supper Club and the Yippies. His wife of 64 years, Betty Deanne Trolley Hodge, preceded him in death.
Surviving are his children, Mark F. Hodge, Sr. and his wife, Susan of Winter Garden, FL; Cynthia H. Gernatt and her husband, John of Richmond Hill, GA; Kim Deanne Hodge of Tybee Island, GA; Cindy A. Wilson of Tybee Island, GA; brother, Byron Hodge of Rockledge, FL; grandchildren, Mark F. Hodge, Jr. and his wife, Amy of Winter Garden, FL; Billy Hodge and his wife, Christine of Winter Garden, FL; Matthew Hodge and his wife, Paula of Winter Garden, FL; Kelly G. Martinez and her husband, Victor of Marietta, GA; six great grandchildren, Carson, Cadie, Nolan, Liliana, Walker, Collin, and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service will be 4:00 p.m., Sunday, January 8, 2012 at the Islands Chapel of Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors.
Remembrances: Trinity Chapel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1203, Tybee Island, GA 31328.
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Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Dear Mark, Cindy and Kim, Our family sends our deepest condolences to you. You are in our prayers. Many happy memories...of both of your parents and their kindness shown to all during our teen years. Janet McMillan Alford
- Janet Alford, Vero Beach, FL
I know that you are with God and that you and Ms. Betty are in heaven looking down on us.
- Tangie Hubbard, Fayetteville, GA
Kim and Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I didn't know Bruce, 'Dad', his love shown through the both of you and he was able to touch the hearts of my family in a truly genuine way. I know his spirit lives on in you and loved ones. Love, Camille
- Camille Cannon, Monrovia, CA
I am still shocked to hear the news of your father Mr. Hodge. I spoke to him last week and we shared some laughs. He's like a father to me. He's a great man whom every one looks up too. He's and honest, hard working, loving, caring father who would do anything for his girls. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. My prays and thoughts go out to you and your family. Love, Little Sis
- Diane Lin, STERLING, VA
Kim,Cindy and family, there are no words to express the sadness felt for all of you! Your dad will be missed by so many people that he touched while he was here!! He was a wonderful person that could light up a room. We are praying for God to send comfort in the days ahead. We love you.
- Betsy and Catherine, Savannah, GA
I knew and remember Bruce Hodge as 'Dad.' I had the pleasure to be with him during my trips to visit Kim and Cindy in Savannah. Dad was a genuine, caring and funny guy! I know he made an impact on many lives and will be missed by many. My heart is with all the family. Love to you all... Melissa.
- Melissa Oelschig, St. Petersburg, FL
Dear Kim, Cindy, and Mark, We were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. It was a pleasure to talk with him just a few weeks ago. He sounded so good and was happy. He knew how to enjoy life, no matter what was going on around him...'look for the good.' May God's love and peace cover you always. Your Ohio Cousin, Joyce Hodge Bostwick and Donald Bostwick
- Joyce Bostwick, Findlay, OH
My deepest sympathies for your family with Bruce's passing. He'll be missed by so many. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
- Libby Koenig, Minnetonka, MN
Kim and Family, Sorry To hear about your Daddy, You are a wonderful daughter, and also a very close friend to our families. We Love You and you are in are thoughts and prayers, Keelie & Donna
- Keelie Reed, Savannah, GA
Dear Kim and Family, We were all so sorry to hear about Bruce's passing. He was such a joy during our visits to Tybee. We all have fond memories of his warmth, his humor, and his kindness. Bruce was a true gentleman. Our thoughts are with you and our love goes out to you .
- Rachel and Tristan Crow/Tiffany Bricker, Brooklyn, NY
Dear Mark, Cindy and Kim, Our family sends our deepest condolences to you. You are in our prayers. Many happy memories...of both of your parents and their kindness shown to all during our teen years. Janet McMillan Alford
- Janet Alford, Vero Beach, FL
I know that you are with God and that you and Ms. Betty are in heaven looking down on us.
- Tangie Hubbard, Fayetteville, GA
Kim and Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I didn't know Bruce, 'Dad', his love shown through the both of you and he was able to touch the hearts of my family in a truly genuine way. I know his spirit lives on in you and loved ones. Love, Camille
- Camille Cannon, Monrovia, CA
I am still shocked to hear the news of your father Mr. Hodge. I spoke to him last week and we shared some laughs. He's like a father to me. He's a great man whom every one looks up too. He's and honest, hard working, loving, caring father who would do anything for his girls. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. My prays and thoughts go out to you and your family. Love, Little Sis
- Diane Lin, STERLING, VA
Kim,Cindy and family, there are no words to express the sadness felt for all of you! Your dad will be missed by so many people that he touched while he was here!! He was a wonderful person that could light up a room. We are praying for God to send comfort in the days ahead. We love you.
- Betsy and Catherine, Savannah, GA
I knew and remember Bruce Hodge as 'Dad.' I had the pleasure to be with him during my trips to visit Kim and Cindy in Savannah. Dad was a genuine, caring and funny guy! I know he made an impact on many lives and will be missed by many. My heart is with all the family. Love to you all... Melissa.
- Melissa Oelschig, St. Petersburg, FL
Dear Kim, Cindy, and Mark, We were so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. It was a pleasure to talk with him just a few weeks ago. He sounded so good and was happy. He knew how to enjoy life, no matter what was going on around him...'look for the good.' May God's love and peace cover you always. Your Ohio Cousin, Joyce Hodge Bostwick and Donald Bostwick
- Joyce Bostwick, Findlay, OH
My deepest sympathies for your family with Bruce's passing. He'll be missed by so many. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
- Libby Koenig, Minnetonka, MN
Kim and Family, Sorry To hear about your Daddy, You are a wonderful daughter, and also a very close friend to our families. We Love You and you are in are thoughts and prayers, Keelie & Donna
- Keelie Reed, Savannah, GA
Dear Kim and Family, We were all so sorry to hear about Bruce's passing. He was such a joy during our visits to Tybee. We all have fond memories of his warmth, his humor, and his kindness. Bruce was a true gentleman. Our thoughts are with you and our love goes out to you .
- Rachel and Tristan Crow/Tiffany Bricker, Brooklyn, NY
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
