Nora Gravely Hodge Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Nora Gravely Hodge

Nora Lee Gravely Hodge was called to the Kingdom of God and departed this earth on December 5th, 2020, at the blessed age of 92. Born and raised in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late Theodore Roosevlet and Parthenia Eggleston Gravely, she was a steadfast member of the Leatherwood community, where she married her sweetheart, the late Herman H. Hodge, and worked at Leatherwood Elementary School until her retirement from the Henry County School system. Her hometown is also where she raised three devoted daughters-- Arlene (Donald “Butch”) Ingram of the city, Peggy (Melvin) Hairston of Winston-Salem, NC, and Nora LaVern (Reginald) DeSett of Stafford, Virginia, who doted on her and revered her. Nora’s legacy lives on in her grandchildren, Yvonne “Gidget” Ingram of Greensboro, NC, Yolanda Michelle Hairston of Netanya, Israel, and Marques (Terry) Ingram of Charlotte, NC, along with her great-grandson, Gavin Ingram. Everyone, in addition to her progeny, called Nora, “Granny Noke,” as she soon became the epitome of a sweet and special grandmother to everyone she met and greeted with her megawatt smile. Nora Hodge enjoyed traveling, whether it be a road trip to visit her family across the United States, to cheer in the stands at a football game, sailing with her daughters on a cruise to make footprints on foreign sands, traipsing around Toronto, or laughing with Mickey Mouse at Disney World. She was a big fan of the Chicago Bears and would be glued to her television with enthusiasm to watch each game that she could when she was not busy in her fine flower gardens, singing along to music by The Whispers and Bobby Womack and her favorite gospel tune. She also enjoyed attending performances at the Barn Dinner Theater (which was her favorite way to spend a nice evening). Spry, popular, and busy, even after she surpassed ninety years of age, she enjoyed chatting with and visiting her friends, many of whom have been members of First Galilee Missionary Baptist Church of the city. Mrs. Hodge was a past President of the choir, former member of the usher board, and was honored to be the Mother of the Church. Her devotion to God and doing good works for her community were paramount; she lived what she preached and set an example for countless people who were blessed to know her. She will be fondly remembered for her leadership and her unwavering faith that carried her all of the days of her life. Nora was preceded in death by her siblings Lessie Hodge; her twin sister, Thenia Hodge; Christine Hairston; and Everett Travis Gravely, and leaves siblings to mourn her death: Betty Jean (Charles) Gravely, Roosevelt Gravely, Jr., and Darnell (Ernestine) Gravely, in addition to her sister-in-law and special friend, Doris Gravely. Among the mourners are a devoted niece, Sarah Craighead and a host of nieces nephews and other relatives and friends. Her dear cousins, Ernestine Dodson, Mary Cahill, Louise Gravely and Olivia Gravely. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Memorial Hospital of Martinsville, and the team at Mountain Valley Hospice. Hairston Funeral Home is serving the family, and flowers can be received in their care at 301 Fayette St, Martinsville, VA 24112. Donations to honor her memory can be made to First Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 67 Boondocks Road Martinsville, VA 24112, or to Feed the Children (feedthechildren.org). A graveside service will be held Thursday, December 10th, 2020 at noon at Gravely Family Cemetery in Martinsville, VA. A public viewing will be held Wednesday, December 9, 2020 from 1 P.M. to 5 P.M., at the Funeral Home. In accordance with the CDC guidelines, a face covering, and social distancing is required. The family will be receiving friends at the home, 70 Peverall Lane, Martinsville, VA 24112 any other time.

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So sorry for your loss. Miss Nora was a beautiful-hearted and God fearing woman, who always extended a smile and a hug whenever I was in her presence. She has been a good and faithful Christian servant and will be greatly missed. Jesse & Colleen (Carter) Hairston

Family I'm sorry for the loss of your love one.You all have my deepest sympathy. Love, Cutrena Allen.

Praying for you and your family during the loss of your mother.

Peggy, Arlene and other family members. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Their is comfort in knowing that your mother is in the hands of a just God. Rozenia and I are praying that God will comfort you during this difficult time. Benny and Rozenia Toller

Sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers for you and your family.
God Bless
Mildred France

Dear Gidget & Mrs. Arlene, I am sending you prayers of comfort and love. Mrs. Nora was such a lovely lady. I know you miss her. As Christians, we look forward to seeing our love ones again in Heaven one day. Thinking of you all during this terribly sad time.
Love, Pamela Carter

Nora will be missed. She touched the lives of so many in such a positive way. I loved the conversations we had. Our hearts go out to the entire family. RIP, Love Ervin & Vera Hassell.jAP5A

So so sorry for the Loss of a wonderful lady and family member...God bless u all. We will continue to keep u in our prayers. The Eggleston family. Love Tickie and Karen Ann.

Deepest sympathy to the Hodge family Aunt Nora was a wonderful woman she will be missed we send our thoughts and prayers that the Lord will fill your days with his peace and bring comfort to your heart so sorry for your loss. Love Nora Laverne Green And family

Arlene,Butch and the entire family,you have our deepest sympathy. Mrs.Nora was a jewel.I will never forget the days when we use to walk. God bless you all with great memories. Peter "Pap"and Willie Mae Harris

Sending condolences to the family; praying for comfort and peace today and the days ahead. Gladys King

Sending prayers to granny nokefrom Sonny Thomas Worsham......

Our condolences to the family. We pray God's comfort and peace for you all. Vernon and Sylvia Keen

Praying for strength, healing and love surrounding my Aunt Nora LaVerne Hodge-Desett and the Hodge Family during this time .

We are Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's loving presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

We are Sorry of your Loss, Sending Condolences and a Heartfelt Prayer That God's loving Presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, President.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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