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Steven Hodge Obituary

Steven D. Hodge May 14, 1960 - November 18, 2013 NORWICH - Steven D. Hodge, 53, died unexpectedly on Monday at Backus Hospital. He was born in Oswego, NY on May 14, 1960 to the late Wesley and Myrona (Flood) Hodge. On June 17, 1995, Steve married his best friend, Wendy (Payne) in New London, and the two became as one. Steve worked as an Asst. Banquet Manager for the Mohegan Sun Resort but was most well-known for his tremendous sense of humor, big heart, amazing creativity and special recipes he'd cook for family and friends. His favorite sayings will be remembered by all who knew him, "Love you - mean it", "Love you, lata" and "More than you know." Besides his wife Wendy, Steve is also survived by his sons; Paul Hodge, his wife Krystal and their son DJ, and Wesley Hodge; daughter, Kelly Hodge, and countless friends. He was predeceased by his parents and one brother; Kevin Hodge. Calling hours will be Friday from 5 P.M.-8 P.M. at Labenski Funeral Home, 107 Boswell Ave., Norwich, CT. Services and burial are private at the convenience of the family. Memorial Donations in his name may be made to the New London Area Food Pantry, 106 Truman St., New London, CT 06320. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.labenskifuneralhome.com.

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Published by Norwich Bulletin on Nov. 20, 2013.

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Kathy Orzel

February 6, 2014

I don't like the days when it hurts this much. Just want to cry it out again. You, Kevin and Rick left way too soon.

January 16, 2014

I miss you.

Kathy Orzel

January 14, 2014

Hey, Cuz... we're all trying to keep on keepin' on. Still saying what the heck??? I am so sad without you. You have ALWAYS been my giggle partner. Hope you're hanging out with my brother, Rick, and my Dad. Love love love you. Cousin Kathy (hahaa always found it funny that that's what you called me when you talked about me to the kids.

Kathy Orzel

December 18, 2013

Funny story for you, Steve! Sunday, Aunt Fran said there was something sticky on the dining room table. Well, that reminded me of how you came home from a training one at the Sun a couple of years ago and said that the trainer asked all of you... so, if you touch something and it's sticky, don't you want to taste it and see what it is??? And you said NOOOOO!!!! EEUUUU!!! Giggle for the day! Love love love you!!!

Kathy Orzel

December 17, 2013

Missing you, Cuz.... It's not just the same without you. Someday we'll all be dancin' together. In the meantime, we all keep on, keeping on.

Kathy Orzel

December 3, 2013

Miss you, mean it. Feeling broken hearted without you on this earth with us.

Sofia Aldeia

November 25, 2013

I am in shock to find that Steve passed away, I worked with him for years in banquets back in 2001 and he was the nicest guy and always smiling, my deepest sympathy to his family. God Bless.

The Giannetti family

November 24, 2013

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We will keep all of your family in our hearts and prayers.
May Steve rest in peace.
God Bless.

Kathy Leuze

November 23, 2013

Please except our condolences. Iam so sorry to hear about your loss. Kathy Leuze and Family

Carmen Jones

November 22, 2013

I was shocked to hear the news. I am sending great strength to Wendy, Paul, Wesley and Kelly to help you through this difficult time. Steve was always a joy to see.

November 22, 2013

Our condolences to all of your family. We are so sorry to hear of your husband's/dad's passing. The Greene family

November 22, 2013

November 22, 2013

Diane Bean

November 22, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. Steve was such a great guy and I count myself very lucky to have known him for so many years. The loss of Kevin and now Steve has left a huge empty spot in my heart. Feel proud that Steve was loved and respected by so many people. We all will miss him dearly. Rest in peace my friend and tell Kevin we miss him very much. May the Hodge family find peace in your memories. God Bless.

Kim & Kenny Baker

November 22, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. May the comfort of your family and friends help you through this most difficult time. Our deepest condolences.

Maryellen Shuckerow

November 21, 2013

Dear Wendy, Paul Kelly and Westley. Words cannot express the depth of your loss of Steve. The short time I knew him it was evidet to me what a special man he was. We at Chrysalis are all thinking and praying for you. My love and support will be there in the days ahead. Maryellen

Jennifer Lamoureux

November 21, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Barbara Cabral Thompson

November 21, 2013

I first met Steve when you all lived in NL next to my parents. The next day he came to the Mohegan Sun job fair and said "hey you". That was his greeting whenever we met and talked. I will remember him for his friendly manner, fun & laughter. He was a very nice guy, and will be greatly missed. I hope happy memories will help sustain you in the days ahead.

Joanne Cise

November 21, 2013

I am shocked and saddened by the untimely passing of Steve. I grew up with Steve in Millington and we were FB friends. I know that he was very happy and proud of his family and I hope you all find some sort of comfort knowing that. My prayers are with you all and may God be with you all in this time of need.

November 21, 2013

Dearest Wendy, Paul, Kelly and Wesley I know your pain at this time of such great sadness is more then any one can understand, but know we are here to help in anyway we can.
All my love, Aunty Jean

The Retail Department Mohegan Sun Casino

November 20, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Distribution Department

November 20, 2013

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

GLORIA cUVILJE

November 20, 2013

Kelly & family
we are so sorry for you lost. our hearts and prayers are with you at this
time,

Nicole (Rouillard) & Keith Audet

November 20, 2013

Wendy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers...

Kathleen Jonasch

November 20, 2013

May God Keep you all strong during this most difficult time . My heartfelt prayers and sympathy to the entire Hodge family.

November 20, 2013

To the entire Hodge family: I am thinking of each of you , and sending my most heartfelt sympathy to you all during this most sad and difficult time. Stay close to eachother for support,and strength. Remember that you are all loved so much by many people. God Bless you all. You are all in my thoughts and daily prayers.
Kathleen Jonasch

Nancy delaCruz

November 20, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Steve for over ten years at Mohegan Sun. He was always so helpful. Cannot believe he was taken much too soon. My sincerest sympathies to his wife and children. May you have many happy memories of the times shared.

Brenda Schafer-Libera

November 20, 2013

What a pleasure it was to work with Steve at the Sun. He was such a nice man. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Ann Marie Clang

November 20, 2013

Hodge Family - I am so very sorry for your loss. Steve was such a great person whom I had the pleasure of knowing for many years thru Mohegan Sun. He always found the humor in everything and would always make you laugh and smile when you came in contact with him. I am thankful I got to see him only a few weeks back even if it was for just a moment. He told me how he was enjoying life, family and traveling in the past few months. I am glad he got to do all that before his unexpected passing. My condolences to all of you.

Lauren and Galen Beaupre

November 20, 2013

We are so sorry for your family's lost. You are in our thoughts nod prayers

Jeannie Amado-Cooper

November 20, 2013

I was so surprised to hear of the passing of Steve. I worked with
Steve in banquets at Mohegan Sun and he was a really good guy. I'll always remember calling him "Mr Hodge" and him saying, "whats up CJ Coop" I can' believe he is gone. My deepest condolences to his family and many friends. RIP my friend.

Jennifer Gulan

November 19, 2013

I can't believe that Steve is gone. I have such wonderful memories working with him at Mohegan Sun. He always had a funny story, great advice and was a shoulder when I needed one. I will miss him.

My heart goes out to Wendy, Paul, Kelly and Wesley. May beautiful memories keep you warm in the cold days ahead. Steve always spoke so proudly of his family and I am certain he is looking over you and will live forever in your hearts. My love to you all, and may God bless you.

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