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Jimmy L. Hodges, Sr.

06/01/1955 - 09/17/2021

Obituary For Jimmy L. Hodges, Sr.

Celebration of Life Graveside Service for Mr. Hodges will be Friday, September 24, 2021 at 11:00AM; Kennedy Memorial Gardens, 2500 River Road Ellenwood, GA 30294.

Viewing will be Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 2PM-6PM followed by a Wake Service from 7:30PM-8:30PM at Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel.

This service will be live streamed, link provided below.

Due to the spread of COVID-19, we are requesting that everyone please wear a mask.

Services entrusted to Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel, (404)758-1731.


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You were a Good man and a kind spirit. You were chosen by God to serve your community in many ways and you did it without hesitation. May God bless your soul and bless your family with peace and understanding. God don't make mistakes he makes selection and he selected you.

Our prayer is for God to shower the Hodges family with love, mercy, and endurance. We are very grateful for the sacrificial work of Deacon Jimmy Hodges at the Wheat Street Baptist Church. Juel Pate Borders-Benson and Family

We offer our condolences to the Hodges family. Jimmy had a genuine smile and a kind soul. He will truly, truly be missed. Rickey and Joyce Lovelace

My condolences goes out to the family of my friend and brother Jimmy Hodges Sr. He was one of the best friends anyone could ever have . He was a great man ,husband, father, grandfather and kindred spirit. I will always treasure his friendship and his legacy will always move on through is family and friends . Rest well my friend! Rev. Terry Jennings

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to my friend Maxcine Hodges and family. I pray that God will strengthen you during your time of loss. Remember "earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal." You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cynthia Tooks

Sherwin Phillip's and Margaret:Sincere condolences to Maxine and the entire Hodges family. We shall miss Jimmy's (Tommy) pleasant and friendly personality, his kindness, and his smile. May God hold you all close at this difficult time blessing you with strength and comfort. Much love to you all. 🙏🏽❤

My heart is broken for the Jimmy (aka Tommy) L. Hodges Sr. family. You are in my thoughts. Tommy was such a wonderful person. There was a bond between the kids that grew up on McKay Dr S E, that friendship is beyond the mortal world. His friendship transcends death. Memories we made on McKay Dr SE will never be forgotten and created a lasting impression on those of us left behind. He was such a sweet soul and and had a lovely disposition. His memory will be cherished and remembered by all.

Cheryl Watkins-Knowles A kid that grew up on McKay Dr SE

With Deepest Sympathy May caring thoughts comfort you at this time of sorrow. God Bless. Carol Smith

Today represpresents a chapter completed, a page turned, a life well lived, and a rest well earned. Extending our heartfelt condolences and prayers. Your brother and sister, Reed and Ella Mae Smith of Belton.

My heartfelt condolences 💐 to the Jimmy Hodges family...Jimmy was one of Stoelting polygraph family members. We will miss his sweet smile and his funny polygraph stories at our Alabama conferences. He always talked about his beautiful wife and his children... He was a great man, police officer and polygraph mentor. May God wrap the Hodges Family in His comforting arms and grant them peace, comfort and love during this difficult time. Rest In Peace my brother for your watch has been completed...until we meet again...Love, Ree Hubbard and the Stoelting Polygraph Company

Jimmy was one of the first people I met when I came to Atlanta as a freshman at Georgia State more than 40 years ago. He's been a steady source of friendship and kindness to me throughout the years. I'm praying for you, Maxcine, his mom, sons, siblings and grandkids. My life will never be the same after experiencing such a constant friendship for so many years. I'm heartbroken. 💔💔💔

My Special Deacon,You Will be Missed.Mother Helen B Anderson

Condolences to The Hodges Family.

The Vallion Family

To the family of Jimmy Hodges, Jr. Our sympathy is with you right now as you face this difficult moment. We know you loved Jimmy (Tommy) and the memories will sustain you. Hopefully, you will find comfort just knowing how much you are loved. The Henderson Family

Maxine my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God strengthen, comfort and see you through this difficult time. God is near to the brokenhearted. Psalm 34:18 Catherine Truitt

My deepest condolences to the Hodges family. Jimmy will truly be missed but never forgotten.

Jocelyn Mack

Maxine may love and hope heal your heart in this season of sadness. With love and Sympathy.

Jerald (Butch) & Jo Ann

Our condolences to the Hodges Family from Michael, Sharon & Gayle Woods.

My condolences to the Hodges Family

You filled great shoes ahead of you and were there in my triumphs, celebrations, losses, and more. I looked up and saw you in the crowd. You made Papa Jimmie proud. Love you forever and always 💙 Corlette

We Love you Uncle Tommy

Mrs. Gloria Hodges & Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We wish we could express the sorrow we feel, knowing that you are bearing a loss so heartfelt. Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal, may the love that you have for Mr. Jimmy leave a memory that no one can steal. He will be deeply missed. May it comfort you to know that others care. J. Ruffin and Family

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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