James William Hodge Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James William Hodge (Eufaula, Oklahoma), whose life came to an end on October 19, 2025 at the age of 83, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James William Hodge or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As we bid James William farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For James William is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Otis and Faye Helen Hodge (Moore); his wife JoAnn Madden; and his granddaughter MaKala. He is survived by: his children, Jimmy Hodge (Lisa) of Haskell, Jamie Hodge (Sonya) of Ada, Tracy Butler (Teresa) of Moore, Franklin Hodge (Misti) of Norman, Jenny Hodge (Randy) of Longtown and Blanche Herbert (Michael) of Bradenton, Florida. He is also survived by eighteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the Hunn, Black & Merritt Funeral Home & Crematory (401 N Main St, Eufaula, OK 74432). A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 24th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the same location.
