Wilbert A. Hodge's Obituary
Wilbert A. Hodge, 83, of Decatur passed away on December 20, 2015 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Wilbert was born on January 27, 1932 in Cache, IL the son of Edward and Mary (Scott) Hodge. He was a member of East Decatur Congregation of the Jehovah’s Witness and retired from Caterpillar Manufacturing. He married Mary (Harrison) Stokes at Danville, IL in 1971.
Surviving are his wife, Mary; daughter, Rachel Hodge of Urbana; brother, Leonard Hodge (Carolyn) of Springfield; grandchildren, Kalen, Raven, Cameron, Macariana, Jalen, and Kendell; and several nieces, nephews, and other family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Vernon and Kenneth, and sisters: Hazel and Demma.
Honoring Wilbert’s wishes cremation will take place at Graceland/Fairlawn Cremation Center.
Wilbert’s family will host a memorial service at 11 AM Thursday, January 7, 2016 in The Kingdom Hall, 876 W. Pershing Road, Decatur, IL.
The family of Wilbert A. Hodge is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. Send condolences and share memories with the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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