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1969
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2024
Joan Hodges Obituary
November 10, 1969 - October 15, 2024
Joan Crown Hodges passed away in her home in Richmond, VA, surrounded by loved ones on October 15, 2024.
Born on November 10, 1969, Joan dearly loved her family and friends. She is survived by: husband, Art Hodges; son, Cole Hodges; daughter-in-law, Sophie Smith; mother, Mary Almond; and siblings Joyce Crown-Wilkins, John Crown III, and Jody Crown, along with extended family members. She was predeceased by her father, John Crown, Jr.
Joan was a witty writer, orator, and distinguished teacher (M.Ed., NBCT) who spent most of her career teaching middle school English in Henrico County. She loved the adventure of living with her family and teaching in Japan for 6 years. Joan retired after 28 years to embark on a new path as a marketing editor for RK&K. Although she left to fight lung cancer full-time, her family is grateful to the company and her coworkers for the support and grace they provided during her short tenure.
Joan's biggest gift was making connections with people; so she traveled, volunteered, advocated, officiated weddings, and instigated shenanigans. Being a mom to Cole was her greatest joy.
Memories and Condolences
for Joan Hodges
16 Entries
john
December 3, 2024
very nice teacher
Amber Tullos
November 10, 2024
Joan was a truly remarkable person whose vibrant spirit, warmth, and dedication to helping others touched so many lives. Her boundless positivity and resilience were an inspiration, reminding us all to live with purpose and joy. Her legacy of kindness and generosity will continue to uplift us, and her impact on those she helped will never be forgotten. Her spirit will be kept alive in all our hearts through the love and memories we shared with her.
Gail Ziemba
November 3, 2024
This song lyric reminds me of Joan: "It's not what you take when you leave this world behind you - It's what you leave behind you when you go." And you left so many sparkles of your life that will shine on in my life as a remembrance of you FOREVER.
Gail
Zoe
October 30, 2024
Mrs. Hodges taught me so many values. Like my friend Sarah said, she supported everyone. She always made class so much more fun and really let everyone express themselves differently. Dear Mrs. Hodges we will cherish you forever. You were one of my favorite teachers in 2022 to 2023. 6th was amazing because of you and I truly hope you´re in a better place now.
Sarah
October 30, 2024
She was my favorite teacher. She always looked out for me and was kind to me. She was a light at Holman, always showing kindness and support to everyone. I will miss her so much and remember all of the amazing memories in her classroom.
Hope Simpson
October 29, 2024
Mrs. Hodges was my middle school teacher. She was full of love and wisdom and always had the right answer to my problems. She was a teacher I had so much trust in and influenced me to become an educator. I´m currently in college majoring in elementary education and always think about her when someone asks me "why do you want to become a teacher"
- Sending so much love to her family and loved ones
Angel Brown
October 29, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers to the Hodges and Crown families... We are so sorry for your loss. I was in high school with Joan and always knew her to be very friendly, an achiever and a wonderfully fun personality. May you feel God's enduring love, strength, comfort and peace in every prayer, card, hug and act of kindness. God bless and keep you through this difficult and sad time. We are thinking of you. Angel (MHS '88) and Chris Brown
Deb Dornemann
October 29, 2024
Joan, will be sorely missed. Her vibrance, energy and fighting spirit was like no other! She was a true gift!
Deb Dornemann
Leslie Rennolds
October 28, 2024
I only knew Joan very briefly. Yet, in that short time, a connection grew that helped me through the process of losing my own Joan, my beloved Mom, who was also a gifted teacher. I do hope their energies mingle. Surely something miraculous will happen.
Fleta Hunley
October 28, 2024
I remember being around Joan at one of our tag sales at WCC. She was a great worker & such a loving person to be around! I prayer for all her family. I know all of you have so many wonderful memories!
Vicki
October 28, 2024
It´s hard to believe she´s gone. I know she´s in Heaven and will be watching over your family. From what I´ve heard, she made the world a better place, she is still loved.
Kaye Slaughter
October 27, 2024
The world was a better place because of Joan. My deepest condolences to her family
Rory
October 27, 2024
My memories are vast to share them all, but my favorite will always be that my kids called Joan, Mama Hodges. She was so loved by me and my children. I miss her terribly. Xoxo Rory
The Family
October 27, 2024
Services will be held at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Richmond, on November 10th, at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to CancerLINC or the Daily Planet.
Nicky
October 27, 2024
I'm so sad to know the bright vibrant light that was Joan is no longer here. Her laughter and wit was legendary. I'm blessed that I got to hug her one last time in July. My love and sympathies to her family. Nicky
The Haleys
October 27, 2024
Sending our deepest sympathy to all of Joan's family and friends. Joan had a great soul and was one of a kind!
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