David Lawrence Hodge, 80, of Hot Springs, Virginia, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at his residence.
He was born July 26, 1945, in Bath County, Virginia, the son of the late James Henry Marshall Hodge and Elizabeth Jacobs Hodge.
David was employed as a truck driver for The Omni Homestead Resort Laundry Department.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. David enjoyed hunting, small engine repair, and loving on his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Ida Virginia Simmons Hodge; children, Audrey Brown & fiancé Ed Lowry of Warm Springs, Amy Ruckman & husband Blane of Bolar, Virginia, Ronnie Carpenter & special friend Juanita Williams of Hot Springs, Virginia; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces & nephews; and a sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Ryder of Hot Springs, Virginia.
David was preceded in death by a brother, Joe Hodge; 2 sisters & brothers-in-law, Ellen Purvis & husband Buddy, Darlene Hise & husband Burley; 2 daughters, Donna Carol Peery & Barbara Lynn Knapp.
A funeral service will be conducted at 3:00 p.m., Saturday October 4, 2025, at McLaughlin & Young Funeral Home with Pastor David Clark officiating. Interment will be at the Big Valley Cemetery in Bolar, Virginia, at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 25, 2025.
The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the services at 2:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Big Valley Cemetery c/o Amy Ruckman, 7197 Big Valley Road, Warm Springs, Virginia 24484.
Our thoughts and prayers for all of David’s family and friends
So sorry Ida and family. I know you will miss David. My prayers are with you all.
So sorry to hear this. He will surely be missed by all. Prayers for family and friends.
Ida, family, and friends, mom and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of David. May God keep his loving arms around you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Angie and Frances Selmon
Ginny, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Lennie & Carol
Ginny, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Lennie & Carol
Wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, please let me know if you need anything. May God be with you during this difficult time and help you heal.