Brian Glen Hodges
January 01, 2015
Brian Glen Hodges, 52, passed away unexpectedly after a short illness Thursday, January 1, 2015, at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.
Brian was born January 12, 1962, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Charles and Verva (Mayer) Hodges. He was a painter by trade and a proud member of the Local Union 246. He will be remembered as a hard worker, an avid football fan, and for his devotion to his children and grandchildren.
Survivors include his sons, Travis (Jenni), Matthew, and Brandon Hodges; grandchildren, Tate Brian and Brooklynn Kristeana; mother, Verva; brother, Joseph Hodges; sister, Carla Long; and his significant other, Brenda. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 5, 2015, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 6, also at Hamilton’s, with burial at Fairview Cemetery in Madrid, Iowa.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jennifer Constant
01/06/2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know how much we love you and hold you guys so close to our hearts. He was greeted by some pretty amazing people up there in Heaven. He'll keep them all laughing I'm sure...much love and God bless to you all!!
Judy Ringstad Dennis
01/06/2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Brian.
John & Diane Boren
01/06/2015
Sorry to hear about Brian's passing...thoughts and prayers to you all.
Ray, Dixie and Tucker Watters
01/06/2015
Verva and Family, we are so saddened by your loss. We are and will continue to keep you in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers.
Sylvia "Ballard" Cohenour
01/05/2015
So sadden to learn about Brian's passing. Even though we lost touch over the years, I remember Brian for being such a fun loving person. My prayers go out to all his family.
Molly Ballard
01/05/2015
Know I'm thinking of your family at this time of sadness..My sister Sylvia meant Brian years ago ..and he became a family friend!! We lost touch of him...We touched ours hearts...Such a kind, sweet, gentle man.
Terri Arnett
01/05/2015
Aunt Vee and the family. Isaiah 43:2 - "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned or scorched, nor will the flame kindle upon you."
I believe God gave this timeless promise because He knew there would be "Whens" - not "Ifs." Although you are walking the road of "When", you do not walk alone. Though your tears fall, your steps will not falter for your Father carries you. We love you and continue to pray for you and the family.
Melanie Nehring
01/05/2015
Aunt Verva and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen cousin Brian in years and it is with much regret that I cannot be there to say goodbye. May God Bless you and give you peace today and throughout the following days. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken & Colleen Monroe
01/05/2015
Ken, Nate, Cari & I had planned on coming to Des Moines tonight but due to weather we will not be coming. We are so sorry to learn of your dad's passing, He so loved to come and watch you kids participate in school activities. Our prayers to you and your families.
Tori Rohde
01/05/2015
Was a very sad day when I heard such a great guy was gone! He was one of the nicest guys, always happy, and always had a compliment to give! Could cheer you up no matter how low you felt! He will be missed!!! My prayers go out to all his family!
Mike Horton
01/05/2015
Sorry to learn about Brian's passing. Brian was a student in my shop class at Southeast Polk. He was a very enjoyable and fun-loving student.
Karen and Darrell Pedersen
01/05/2015
We just want the family to know we enjoyed Brian's company watching the Hawkeye games and he will be sadly missed. You are in our thoughts
Jeff Constant
01/04/2015
Brian & Family - Love you all so much and miss you especially Brian because he left so soon. God Bless his soul. My prayers & thoughts are with you all continuously.
Randy and Darlene Mueller
01/04/2015
Matt, we are so sorry for your loss. I have a special hug for you. Thinking of you and your family.
Betty Jo Husted
01/03/2015
I'm so sorry you are gone too soon I pray you have found peace and comfort Brian you will be missed deeply. Xoxo. Betty Jo