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Clyde Hodges Obituary
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for Clyde Hodges
Jodie Anthony
August 30, 2009
Clyde Hodges is the kindest human I have ever known. I am very thankful to have known him and to have been able to spend the time I did with him. He was truly such an example of what it means to be a friend, a neighbor, a parent..and just a kind person. I hope that everyone who was lucky enough to know him, or to have met him, will try to live by his example. His spirit will continue to work its magic that way.
Brenda Peters
August 6, 2009
For some time I have had the fleeting thought I needed to write about my feelings for this wonderful person but, in doing so, I would have to admit it would mean he might not be with me forever. There was no way I was going to entertain the thought that someday my “Buddy” would no longer be at the end of my telephone line reaching over to Hopkins Road. But that dreaded day did come on August 1st and any objection and denial from me wouldn’t change that reality. I have lost the best friend I have ever had and will ever have and I miss him.
Thank you my dear,dear friend, “Buddy” and Dad. Thank you for all the time you spent with me when I know you were tired and had other chores to do. Thank you for teaching me what a “lazy man’s load” means (which quickly was passed on to my adult kids) and for always asking “Are you okay? Is there anything you need? You know I will help you if you need me.” For around forty years you never once answered my question “Do you want some company?” with a “No”. It was most of the time, “Sure. I’ll be here…me and the little dog.”
You were the best gift I ever got and I will always love you.
Brenda W. Peters
“Special Daughter”
Pat Freeman Amato
August 6, 2009
To all that loved (Uncle)Clyde,
He was a very special person. There will always be a special place in my heart for him. Donna is getting the hugs now.I know how special he was to her too...
Jim & Mary Badman
August 4, 2009
What a pleasure to have met Mr. Hodges. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Buck & Carol Sliver
August 4, 2009
My Dear friends
We met MR Hodges one time this summer.
He was the type of person who stands out as a special light in a dark sky.
May God bless his memory and his Family
Josh& Deborah Walker
August 4, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
August 4, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
I will be keeping your family in my prayers.
Becky Grindstaff
Iron Ridge Road
Rocky Mount, Va.
Phyllis Green
August 4, 2009
To Clyde's family, I are so sorry to hear of your loss, he was a great soul and will be missed so much my myself and family members. He alway took time to treat everyone he knew special. He has left many art works behind and will never be forgotten in my life time. Bye Buddy. James, Phyllis, Danielle & Jess Green
Donna Housman
August 3, 2009
To Clyde's family-
Please accept our deepest sympathies in your loss--Clyde was a very special man with great talent and much to teach which he did with enormous patience. He always took such great joy in what he was doing, no matter what it was and always made a person feel like they were part of his family. We will miss him terribly and regret that our children will not be able to know firsthand what a wonderful person he was. May God bless you & keep you strong.
Danny, Donna, Matthew, Joshua & Mercedes Housman
August 3, 2009
To Clyde's family,
We are so sorry to hear about losing Clyde. He was such a special man. We will keep you all in our prayers. God bless you all.
Kathy and Allen Wood, James and Morgan
Kara Shafer
August 3, 2009
George, Brenda and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. I know that he was a very sweet man. Please let us know if you all need anything at this time. You all will be in our prayers.
Love,
Jason, Kara, Benny, Pat, Trey, Noah and Mady
Larry Hylton
August 3, 2009
Bruce,Brad & Family
I am so sorry to here about Clyde.My experience with clyde while limited was always a pleasure and a joy.He was an interesting gentleman and I always enjoyed talking with him at the shop when I visited.I know you all will miss him greatly.Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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