Obituary for Michael Leslie Hodge
Mr. Michael Hodge, age 71 of Ball, Louisiana, entered eternal rest on Monday, May 9, 2022.
Memorial Services for Mr. Hodge will be held on Sunday, May 15, 2022 in the Chapel of Gallagher Funeral Home at 3:00 pm with Clark Palmer officiating. The visitation will begin at 2:00 pm.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie Hodge and Ramona Bradford Hodge; and nephew, Kevin Weaver.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Deborah Seiffert Hodge; daughters, Allison McQueen (Greg) and Amanda Hodge Bridges (Jessica); grandchildren, Sara Touchet, Emily Touchet (Max Rugland), Alex McQueen (Stephanie), and Gracie McQueen (Taylor Moreau); great grandchildren, Blaze, Avian, Jensen, and twin girls on the way; sisters, Martha Weaver (Terry) and Rose Ann Duffey; and benevolent dog, Pepper.
Mike, better known as “Tat,” was a kind, genuine, and empathetic man who always wore a friendly smile and suspenders. He never missed an opportunity to get a laugh in. He rarely sat still, never met a stranger, and spent his time helping others. Tat was the world’s best hummer, jokester, prankster, and storyteller. He made every day count with his endless hobbies and countless loved ones. He was a talented musician, enjoyed fishing, motorcycle riding, going to the shooting range, and operating his HAM radios. Tat was a Eucharistic Minister for over 20 years, a veteran of the Air Force Reserves and the Army National Guard, and drove a school bus for Tioga. If you define success in terms of happiness, he was the most successful being in the universe. He was beloved by his family, friends, and community and his shining light will forever be missed.
In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to the Ronald McDonald House of New Orleans and to B.A.R.K. (Boudreaux's Animal Rescue Krewe).
Memorial Services for Mr. Hodge will be held on Sunday, May 15, 2022 in the Chapel of Gallagher Funeral Home at 3:00 pm with Clark Palmer officiating. The visitation will begin at 2:00 pm.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie Hodge and Ramona Bradford Hodge; and nephew, Kevin Weaver.
Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Deborah Seiffert Hodge; daughters, Allison McQueen (Greg) and Amanda Hodge Bridges (Jessica); grandchildren, Sara Touchet, Emily Touchet (Max Rugland), Alex McQueen (Stephanie), and Gracie McQueen (Taylor Moreau); great grandchildren, Blaze, Avian, Jensen, and twin girls on the way; sisters, Martha Weaver (Terry) and Rose Ann Duffey; and benevolent dog, Pepper.
Mike, better known as “Tat,” was a kind, genuine, and empathetic man who always wore a friendly smile and suspenders. He never missed an opportunity to get a laugh in. He rarely sat still, never met a stranger, and spent his time helping others. Tat was the world’s best hummer, jokester, prankster, and storyteller. He made every day count with his endless hobbies and countless loved ones. He was a talented musician, enjoyed fishing, motorcycle riding, going to the shooting range, and operating his HAM radios. Tat was a Eucharistic Minister for over 20 years, a veteran of the Air Force Reserves and the Army National Guard, and drove a school bus for Tioga. If you define success in terms of happiness, he was the most successful being in the universe. He was beloved by his family, friends, and community and his shining light will forever be missed.
In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to the Ronald McDonald House of New Orleans and to B.A.R.K. (Boudreaux's Animal Rescue Krewe).