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P.J. Hodges

1974 - 2024

P.J. Hodges obituary, 1974-2024, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1974

DIED

2024

FUNERAL HOME

The Boyd Family Funeral Home

5001 Chef Menteur Hwy.

New Orleans, Louisiana

P.J. Hodges Obituary

P.J. Hodges was born on April 11, 1974, and passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was a native of New Orleans, LA. P.J. had a heart of gold and would help anyone in need. Even when he fell terminally ill, he would still do what he could to help others. P.J. touched so many lives and was a joy to be around. He attended St. Phillip The Apostle and was a graduate of St. Augustine High School c/o 1992. P.J. leaves to cherish his memories with his son P.J. Hodges, Jr., his two sisters; Janice (Darryl) Raiford and Hope (OC) Draughn, aunts: Mercedes (Cornell) Watson, Marcel Mack, Freda Joseph, Delco and Berylynn Gettridge and Equilla Williams, one great aunt Shirley Mae Roberts, god children: Dwan Quinn, Bryce Humble and Talia Horn, and devoted friend Staci Worthman. Preceded in death by his loving mother whom he loved dearly, even in death Helen (Margie) Hodges, loving daughter Kenya Hodges, grandparents Ellen and Robert Gettridge, Sr., aunt's: Marvann, Augustine and Gwendolyn Gettridge, uncles: Jules, Frank, Robert, and Ferdinand Gettridge, Calvin Mack and Sam Joseph. Members of Greater Little Rock, True Vine Missionary Baptist Church, NOPD, Chartwell and Genuine Food Service Chalmette, Tulane, and East Jeff Hospital, G.W. High School c/o 89, St. Augustine High School c/o 1992, and Tulane Multispecialty Clinic are all invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, July 20, 2024, for 11:00 a.m. at Greater Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church, 10201 Dwyer Rd, New Orleans, LA 70127. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Jason Hayes, officiating. Interment is Private. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 18 to Jul. 19, 2024.

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Janice Raiford

July 11, 2025

It's been 1 year already brother and I'm still missing you.Give mom a big hug for me.Rest In Peace. Love always your sister Janice

Big Sis Hope H. Draughn

July 11, 2025

One Year Today Lil Bro. And I´m Missing You So Much It´s Really Hard Love You Always

Sis Hope H Draughn

June 15, 2025

Wishing You A Happy Father´s Day Lil Bro Love and Miss You So Much

Janice Raiford

May 30, 2025

Missing you Lil bro, love you

Hope H. Draughn

May 29, 2025

Hey Lil Bro It´s Still A Silent Struggle But I´ll Be Okay One Day A Year Is Slowly Creeping Up But It Still Feels Like Yesterday. Missing You Love You Tell Moms I Said Hello And She´s Deeply Missed And Forever Loved

Janice Hodges

April 16, 2025

Missing you Lil bro, Love you forever

Janell Royal

April 11, 2025

Happy birthday cuz continue to rest in peace

Tanyell Neal

April 11, 2025

Wishing you were here with us today so we could wish you happy birthday and see your big loving smile. But all we have is sweet memories and pictures that we will forever cherish in our hearts HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY BIG PJ FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS WITH LOVE ALWAYS PJ Jr, The Neal and Robey Family

Janice Raiford

April 11, 2025

Happy Heavenly birthday Pj,Rest In Paradise

Janice/ sister

April 10, 2025

Happy Heavenly birthday Pj. I know it's tomorrow 4/11

Big Sis Hope H. Draughn

April 10, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Wishing You A Happy Heavenly 51st Lil Bro. It´s A Hard Process But I´ll Get Through It One Day For In My Heart

P.J. Hodges Jr.

April 10, 2025

Hey, Dad. It´s about to be your 51st Birthday, and I still miss you so much. I am grateful that you were here for 50 and have finally entered a rest that will not be broken by pain or sickness anymore. I am also deeply saddened that I can´t call you about the latest superhero movie or to come kick it in the hospital. I love you so much and I forever thank you for being a phenomenal blessing in my life.

Darrilyn Hodges

February 16, 2025

Can you do me a favor and just let me hear your laugh while I´m asleep. I still have moments where this just doesn´t feel right and my emotions get the best of me but I´m happy that you´re no longer suffering. I love and miss you so much

Black Toya

February 15, 2025

Hey uncle just want you to know we missing you like crazy down here.

Hope H. Draughn

February 14, 2025

Happy Valentines Day Lil Bro Love And Miss P.J.

Janice Raiford

January 2, 2025

Darrilyn

December 31, 2024

Bringing in the New Year without you just don´t feel right to me!! This was one of the toughest things that I´ve had to deal with. I love you so much and I miss you dearly. Just know ima forever let your name and legacy live on through me..
Signed, your favorite niece Lynn

Michaela jackson

December 31, 2024

You´re a star in the sky. I loved your spirit, your laughter, your smile, your jokes, your love. I appreciate you for fighting the good fight all these years so we can experience a son, brother , uncle , cousin, and friend like you! You was one of a kind and i`ll always remember you .Forever in life and always in my heart! I love you uncle p.j. Your niece Kayla.

Hope Hodges Draughn

December 31, 2024

We Going Into 2025 Without You P.J. My Heart Is Still Hurting I Don´t Know How To Heal From This Pain I´m Not Ok Maybe One Day But Not Now... I Will Carry You Forever Lil Bro I Love And Miss You So Much Mama You Have Your Son Back With You, Watch Over Me And My Sister Love And Miss You Lots

Janice Raiford

December 31, 2024

To my lil brother I miss you.Your big sister Janice

Latoya Raiford

December 31, 2024

Hey Unk it´s been really hard out here without you. Your sister missing Yu like crazy and it´s showing on my momma she really trying to be strong. Come down and pay us a visit sometimes. I keep you around my neck everyday! We love and miss you. Love always your favorite Real Niece Black Toya

Darryl hodges

December 31, 2024

Missing you so much

Hope Hodges Draughn

September 18, 2024

Missing You So Much Lil Bro

Your favorite niece Lynn

August 21, 2024

Uncle P.J. This is a loss that I just can´t get over! I´m hurting bad I literally think about you every single day. I literally can hear your laughter in my head. I know that I´m not suppose to question God but I just don´t understand why he took you away from us so soon. I really thought that we had more time with you. I love and miss you so much please come visit me and bring my grandma with you

His favorite niece Lynn

July 26, 2024

Man man man uncle P you really did a number on me with this. I really had it in my mind that you were going to pull through and prove them doctors wrong again this last time. My heart breaks for lil P.J. But I keep in touch and we´re going to the movies next week. Ima miss your laughter and those corny jokes that you thought were funny lol. I love and miss you so much and tell Margie the same!
Love your favorite niece Lynn +5

Jkia Duplessis

July 26, 2024

You will definitely be missed by so many! Praying for the family Love J´Kia, Jermone Jr. & Ja´Kiya

Hope Jackson

July 26, 2024

Hope Jackson

July 26, 2024

Alvin N.Hadley

July 22, 2024

My condolences. Great guy. St.Augustine c/o 92.

Shanna a Jenkins

July 20, 2024

My condolences to the family may yall find strength in the lord during this journey Shanna Jenkins &Family

Melvin/Debra Gasper

July 20, 2024

Rest in the arms of Savior Jesus Christ, you will be missed.P.j. It´s not goodbye, but see you later. Forever in our hearts , Prayers and condolences to the family, May God comfort you all though this difficult time

Jannella Brighy

July 19, 2024

Such a great person with a heart of gold

LISA GUY

July 19, 2024

my condolences to the family and i will keep yall lift in prayers it was honor to meet him and the family.

Monique Allen

July 19, 2024

My deepest condolences to the Hodges family. Rest is perfect peace P.J.

Deanna

July 19, 2024

My heart aches for you and your loved ones right now. Please know that I´m sending all of my love and thoughts to you. From your Tulane ED Fam.

Cousin Sookie

July 19, 2024

To God be The Glory for all that He do!!! Absent from the body and present with The LordPJ you are in the land now of no more for the first time in your life no more pain or suffering nothing but sweet wonderful rest that is well deserved!!!
To The Family so sorry for the loss,Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal Thank you JesusI will continue to pray for the family strength
I will miss you forever
C. L. Forever, 3300 Hundred Block

Deborah Bradford

July 19, 2024

May your soul rest in the loving Hands of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!

Nikisha C Wallace Smith

July 19, 2024

My deepest, sincerest heartfelt condolences to my family. I pray God continues to provide, protect, heal & comfort you through it all. I love & cherish all my memories of PJ. My Cousin was a loving, caring man who loved his son & all his family. Keep us all lifted God.

Michaela jackson( Your niece )

July 19, 2024

I love you unc! Your vibe can never be replaced or forgotten! Say Heyy to my grandmother for me!!

Dionne Fouchea

July 19, 2024

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

lester ( polly ) lassai

July 18, 2024

to the hodges and gettridge family i offer my condolences and prayers

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10:00 a.m.

Greater Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church

10201 Dwyer Rd, New Orleans, LA

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11:00 a.m.

Greater Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church

10201 Dwyer Rd, New Orleans, LA

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5001 Chef Menteur Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70126

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