Ruth J. Hodges Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ruth J. Hodges of Topeka, Kansas, who passed away on July 21, 2025, at the age of 99, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth J. Hodges to show support.
As we bid adieu to Ruth's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Ruth has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James M. Johnson and Lula Beeman Johnson; her husband Richard Hodges; her son Randall J. Hodges; her granddaughter Merrilee Hodges; and her sister Lillian M. Peterson.
She is survived by: her sons, Robert Hodges of Manhattan Beach and Steven Hodges of Naperville. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shrine Burn Centers and sent to Arab Shrine Temple, 1305 S. Kansas Ave., Topeka, KS 66612, to Capper Foundation Easter Seals, 3500 SW 10th, Topeka, KS 66604, or to Brewster Place Foundation, 1205 SW 29th, Topeka, KS 66611.
