Christopher Alan Hodges

1939 - 2021

Christopher Alan Hodges, 81, passed away on Friday March 5, 2021 unexpectedly following extensive heart surgery. Born on December 19, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA, Chris grew up locally in Agawam, MA. He graduated from Trinity College with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and completed his Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering in Washington state. He was married to his first wife, Judith (Warren) Wood for 15 years and then his best friend, June (Sharp) Hodges, for over 45 years. Chris held the rank of Captain in the United States Marine Corps and flew the F-4 Phantom fighter jet in Vietnam and was a Mechanical Engineer who worked for Boeing and UTC/Pratt & Whitney for over 35 years. Woodworking was his passion and he was an accomplished furniture maker. He enjoyed hiking, white water canoeing, and loved outdoor adventures, especially with family. He greatly appreciated Native American culture and was an accomplished artist in any medium – drawing, painting, sculpture, beadwork. Chris volunteered his time to help others through his work with Habitat for Humanity, HomeFront, and his carpentry business after retiring from UTC. He could fix anything and was artistically gifted. He had a dry sense of humor and a generous heart who saw the value in everyone and will be sorely missed by all. He wanted to share his knowledge and experience in life with all he knew. Chris loved his family and invested his life in his children and grandchildren to set an example for them to follow and exceed. He leaves behind his loving wife June (Sharp) Hodges, his four children: Scott Hodges and his wife Diane of Westfield, MA, Cheryl (Hodges) Barbarotto and her husband Anthony of Lakeland, TN, Christine (Hodges) Avery and her partner Darren Sautor of Felton, CA and Jonathan Hodges and his wife Sheila of Woodbury, CT, along with 18 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. There will be no calling hours or funeral arrangements in accordance with Christopher's wishes. If you desire to make a donation, Christopher would say to donate your time, knowledge and your love to the community around you in need.