Derek Hodge Obituary
Derek grew up in House Springs, Mo. and worked at Triad Manufacturing in St. Louis (custom wood and metal retail fixtures and displays) - he was an exceptional painter. He was an avid Mustang enthusiast and enjoyed working on cars and any kind of machinery. He loved fishing and outdoor activities.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, William and Donalene (nee Schaefer) Butler.
Surviving are his daughter Devon Marie (Ian Sastry) Hodge and grandson Elijah Lee Sastry of House Springs, Mo., parents Angie and John Forrest of House Springs, brother Bradley Hodge of House Springs, grandparents John and Janice Forrest of Ellington and James and Clarieta Gober of Troy and many uncles, aunts and cousins. He was a beloved father, grandfather, son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin and friend to many.
There will be no public service.
As you were you will always be treasured forever in our memory.
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