Linda Pearl Hodgens

1956 - 2019

Linda Pearl Hodgens obituary, 1956-2019, Mount Clemens, MI

BORN

1956

DIED

2019

Linda Hodgens Obituary

Linda Pearl Hodgens, 62, of Clinton Township, Mich., passed away peacefully in her home Wednesday, September 4, 2019, after a 7½ year battle with cancer.

Linda was born November 28, 1956, in Franklin Township, Greene County, a daughter of the late Olan Keener and Marie Keener, who survives.

On September 2, 1989, Linda married the love of her life, Robert Hodgens, who survives. She was a wonderful wife for 30 years. Also left behind to cherish her memory are daughters Melissa (David) Phelps of Alexandria, Va., Kaile Hodgens and Lindsey (Evan) McConnell of Clinton Township.

The youngest of three children, she is survived by brother George (Suntok) Keener of Virginia and sister Donna (late Tim) Grimes of Bentleyville.

Linda was raised in Washington and graduated from Penn Commercial Business School. She started her career as a computer programmer analyst for PennDot and ended her career as a quality engineer for manufacturing companies in Michigan.

Linda was a devoted wife and mother, whose passion was spending time with her family. She was involved intensely in her daughters' activities, including being a Girl Scout troop leader as well as a dance and tennis mom. She had a love of the outdoors and being active, enjoying boating with her family and skiing. While a permanent resident of Michigan, Linda remained close to her Pennsylvania roots and loved cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and attending games whenever she got the chance. Linda was a kind, loving, hardworking, selfless soul and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Linda never liked being the center of attention and, per her wishes, there will be no public funeral services. A private family service will be planned at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, the Colorectal Cancer Alliance or the Colon Cancer Coalition.





Published by Observer-Reporter on Sep. 10, 2019.
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I'm so sorry for your loss, Linda and I went to grade school and high school together always very kind but quiet. May you find comfort in the memories you will hold in your heart.

Carla Nicolella-Mast

September 12, 2019

I'm so sorry to hear of this, I remember Linda as a kind classmate and fun to be around. She will truly be missed. My heart goes out to all of her family.

CYNTHIA Ream- Phillips

September 11, 2019

Sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy.

Traci (Fender) Yoders

September 10, 2019

Donna and Linda were our neighbors.They frequently visited and came to our house to play as kids.She was always quiet and so poliet. RIP Linda

Rhonda Carney Newnham

September 10, 2019

Hi Bob and family, we're so sorry to hear about Linda passing away. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Linda Hodgson

Robert Hodgson

September 10, 2019

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Gerald Keller

September 10, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

September 10, 2019

Sending my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Dotti Fender

September 9, 2019

Bob I am very sorry for you and the childrens lost.I will keep you all in my prayers.

Alfreda Rivers

September 9, 2019

My husband Brian & I have known Linda for quite awhile. We have some wonderful memories that will be cherished. It was an amazing day when we went to see her Pittsburgh Steelers play at home, what a great weekend that was. Linda was one of the most amazing women we've ever known. Love u Linda & heaven is lucky to have gained such an angel

Jonna Ellis

September 9, 2019

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