James Hodges Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Hodges of Jacksonville, Florida, who passed away on October 21, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As James departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy James leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Lee Hodges and Pauline Barclay Hodges. He is survived by: his wife Martha Hodges; his brother Ronnie Hodges (Lisa); his daughters, Rhonda Thagard (Dink) and Crystal Thornton (Bo); and his grandchild Paige Turner.

Jim was also a member of the Morocco Temple, upholding the principles of brotherhood and charity though his community involvement.