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Ancil Donald Hodges - STATESBORO - Ancil Donald Hodges, 83, born Nov. 2, 1926 in Statesboro, GA, died at home on Nov. 29, 2009. He was the son of the late Ancil L. Hodges and Gertrude Donaldson Hodges. He was youngest brother of the late Bonnie H. Garrick and Inman Hodges. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Billie Hulsey Hodges, son Don W. (Claire) Hodges, daughter Barbara (Randy) Sharpe, three grandchildren April (David) Little, Amy (Michael) Claxton of Savannah and Greg (Sheila) Hodges of Glennville and three great grandchildren. He is also survived by a loving extended family. He lived in Savannah for 37 years before retiring from Borden's. He relocated back home to Statesboro, GA 20 years ago. He was a faithful member of the Brooklet Primitive Baptist Church. Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 2 pm on Dec. 1st at the Eastside Cemetery with Elder Bill Durrence officiating. Remembrances: The Brooklet Primitive Baptist Church, Ogeechee Hospice, and The Gideons International. Friends may sign the online register book at www.joineranderson.com . Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home Statesboro Chapel Savannah Morning News December 1, 2009 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries .

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Dec. 1, 2009.

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bobby keel

December 6, 2009

Don and Billie this is Bobby and Billie (Ridgdill)Keel/we are so sorry for the loss of Donald our thoughts are with you.

wayne thomas

December 6, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Carter Harvey

December 4, 2009

Hi Mrs. Hodges, This is Carter Harvey and I was thinking of you today. I wanted to let you know I have never forgot how You and Mr. Hodges always made me feel so comfortable when I was growing up and I would come to visit. I felt like Wayne was my brother, Barbara my sister, and you and Mr. Hodges were my parents. You worried yourselves sick and loved me just like I was a son. I have many fond memories of you both. Mr. Hodges was a good man and he and You knew how to raise 2 good children. May God bless you both for being who you are.
Love Carter Harvey

Jimmie Lou Hagan, Cook

December 1, 2009

Sorry to read on line of Mr. Don passing. My first husband Donald Hagan
(now deceased) worked with Mr. Don at Borden Company about 34 years ago and thoughts lot of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Karen Nease

December 1, 2009

Don,Claire and family,
We were so very sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. We love you and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Take care and God bless you all.

Deborah Eason Tharpe

December 1, 2009

Mrs. Hodges., Barbara and Wayne I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Hodges passing. Scott and I offer our condolences to all of you. Sorry I didn't make it to the service, but I just read about it online today.

December 1, 2009

Billie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing. I have really been thinking of you so much lately. Just be grateful of the long , close relationship you and Don had as husband and wife.

I have also been concerned about your brother T.C. and have started to call you many times regarding where and how he is doing.

Again, I am so sorry of your loss. I can only imagine how much you will miss Don.

Willette Ansley

Dixie Hagan

December 1, 2009

Billie and family:
John and I were so sorry to hear of Don's passing. You and your family are in our prayers.
John and Dixie Hagan

Michael Adams

December 1, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Suzanne Lowe

December 1, 2009

Mrs. Hodges, Wayne, and Barbara;

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Hodges. My thoughts and prayers
are with you and your family.

SARA&VALDER HEATH

December 1, 2009

BILLY JEAN:WE WERE LIKEE SISTERS SO LONG AGO.YOU WILL ALWAYS BE CLOSE IN MY HEART.ALWAYS KNOW THAT MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.GOD NEVER PUTS MORE ON US THAN WE CAN STAND .HE JUST DRAWS US JUST THAT MUCH CLOSER TO HIM. YOU KNOW DONALD IS STILL LOOKING DOWN ON US AND WE WILL JOIN HIM ONE DAY.WILL SEE YOU WHEN WE GET DOWN THERE SOME TIME THIS MONTH. LOVE YOU ALWAYS.PRAYING FOR YOU AND KIDS . SARA ELLEN HEATH

Mike & JoAnn Cook

December 1, 2009

Don, Just a note to let you know that you and your family are in our prayers during this time. May the Lord Bless and comfort you.
MAY GOD BLESS

Nick & Joyce Gardner

December 1, 2009

Don & Family...
My Dad went to be with our Lord 13 years ago, and Joyce's over 30 years, so we know where you are... While we are comforted to know they are with Him, we still want them with us.. Our hearts are with you... I'm sure all your CMA family is with you also...

Perry and Jennifer Lynes

December 1, 2009

Don and family,our hearts and prayers go out for you all at this time of great loss.Mr. Hodges was a wonderful man with a spirit that drew people to him.He will be treasured in many hearts.God never said things would be easy for us,but He did say He would always be with us,and Mr. Hodges is with Him now.
God bless,each of you.

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