Shante` Nicole Hodges

Shante` Nicole Hodges 47 years young, passed away on October 16, 2025. Shante` was born on March 29, 1978, in Middletown, Connecticut, to Robin Rae Hodges and the late and great Edward Hernandez. Shante is survived by her strong, loving, supportive husband, Reggie Allen. In love they shared Joseph, Ajee`, Daysha, Solomon, Jakese, Reggie R, Reggie M, Regina & Raven and 11 grandchildren. She also leaves her loving mother Robin Hodges and her cherished grandmother, Pastor Mother Margaret Hodges, age 97. She was predeceased by her Father Edward Hernandez, Grandfather Rev. Robert E Hodges and her cousin Michael A Ousley. She leaves behind a host of siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles as well as nieces and nephews. Shante` was a funny, fierce, outspoken, caring, stubborn, and an incredibly strong woman, the kind of strength that inspired everyone around her. Shante` graduated at the top of her class from Goodwin University. She never stopped striving to better herself and her family. Despite facing many challenges throughout her life, she carried herself with grace, humor, and an unbreakable will. Shante` loved to travel, entertain also to be around family and friends. She was the kind of woman who would help anyone in need and offer encouragement to those bold enough to share their struggles with her. To know Shante` was to know resilience, love, and authenticity. Her laughter could fill a room, her honesty could ground you, and her care could lift you up when you needed it most. Though her journey on this earth was not easy, she lived it boldly, on her own terms, with her heart wide open. She was a faithful member of St. Rachel FBH Church of God of the Americas. She served on the usher board and served in every area needed. Her memory will forever live in the hearts of her family and all who were blessed to know and love her. "Peace, love, and hair grease." - Shante` Nicole Hodges Family and friends may call on Saturday, October 25th from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at the Cromwell Funeral Home, 506 Main Street, Cromwell. A service will follow at 3:00 pm. Acknowledgements We the family of Shante` would like to thank you for your attendance, prayers, and support during this difficult time. Your kindness is greatly appreciated. We would also like to thank the facilities that carried us through this very difficult time; Smilow Cancer Center at Yale, The Connecticut Hospice, Shoreline Cremation and Doolittle Funeral Home. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Shante` Nicole Hodges, please visit our floral store.