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Michael Hodges

Smithfield, North Carolina

Oct 30, 1941 – Jan 18, 2026 (Age 84)

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BORN
October 30, 1941
DIED
January 18, 2026
AGE
84
LOCATION
Smithfield, North Carolina

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Michael Starling Hodges died on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the SECU Hospice House of Johnston Health in Smithfield after a weekend surrounded by the people he loved most in this world. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Michael was known for his deep love for and...

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I was very sorry to hear of Mr. Hodges passing. During my early years, building my career with NCDOR, I learned much from Mr. Hodges. He afforded me many opportunities to travel to many FTA and SEATA tax conferences. Since retiring from the Department, I've had the opportunity to plan the conferences Mr. Hodges gave me the opportunity to attend early in my career. The many opportunities his leadership afforded me have impacted my entire career, and benefited my family greatly. My...

I worked with Mike almost my entire career. I always liked and respected him.

So very sorry to hear about Mr. Hodges passing. I worked with him for years at the NC Dept of Revenue. He was kind and everyone respected him. He helped me grow in my job by being a mentor and telling me the truth when needed. He was the only boss that told me to think before I speak. That stuck with me and helped me for life. Mr. Hodges was my favorite and best boss I ever had. Our world was a better place with him in it. RIP.

I was Administrative Assistant to Mike Hodges when he was Deputy Secretary at the Department of Revenue. He was always very kind to all of our staff and wonderful to work with. I thought he was a great manager and brought out the best in employees. I am so glad he enjoyed his retirement with all his family. Keeping his family in my prayers.