It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Velton Vernon Hodges of Sarasota, Florida, who passed away on April 6, 2021, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Velton Vernon Hodges to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Woodrow Hodges and Linda Fidler Hodges; his sister Prudence Hodges; and his brother-in-law Kelly Joseph Jr. (Kell). He is survived by : his wife Richa Joseph Hodges; his brother Bruce Hodges (Deborah); his children, Ashley Hodges (Herman Rucker) and Kalen Wilkerson (Colin); and his grandchildren, Chloe Rucker, Easton and Alyssa Wilkerson. He is also survived by five nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to be made to the Brookside Middle School Athletic Department or Exceptional Student Education department on Velton's behalf.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
TOALE BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME