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Larry Carlton Hodges

March 4, 1953 ~ June 12, 2021

WASHINGTON - Larry Carlton Hodges, age 68, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Born in Nash County, NC on March 4, 1953, he was the son of the late Carlton Edward Hodges and Beulah Sherrod Hodges. Larry retired with Kemper Life after 48 years of dedicated service. He was an avid Christian, attending several churches in the community: Alligood Church of God, 15th Street Church of God and 10th Street Church of Christ. Larry received a Certificate of Appreciation from The Annex Outreach Center from his efforts in helping young children and their families in his community. Larry loved being on the Pamlico River with his family and friends more than anything. He was an outstanding father and friend. Larry is survived by his sons, Michael D. Hodges and Daniel D. Hodges of Washington; his four grandchildren, Brandon Hodges, Victoria Hodges, Blake Hodges, and Taylor Perry; his three brothers, Garry E. Hodges (Janie), George J. Hodges (Linda), and Jerry Allen Hodges; his three sisters, Kathryn Drake, Betty S. Mercer (Steve), and Lois Hodges Moss; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends and relatives. A Funeral Service to celebrate Larry's life will be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Gary Bateman and Rev. Tony Bossolono officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made in Larry's memory to Marion L. Shepard Cancer Center, 1209 Brown St, Washington, NC 27889. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Visitation Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Tuesday 6/15, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home. Service Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home 1130 N. Winstead Avenue Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Wednesday 6/16, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm A Funeral Service to celebrate Larry's life will be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Gary Bateman and Rev. Tony Bossolono officiating. Cemetery Rocky Mount Memorial Park 4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Wednesday 6/16, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.

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  1. LARRY WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON, A GREAT DISTRICT MANAGER AND EASY TO WORK WITH. HE WILL BE MISSED MUCH, MAY GOD STRENGTHEN YOU ALL.

  2. My heart and prayers goes out to the family during this time. Larry will be missed by all of us. Smith Family

  3. I worked with Larry several years at United Insurance. He was always a happy, fun loving and kind person to be around. His laughter could always be heard in the office and you could not help but laugh along with him. I’m sure he will be missed by many. My deepest sympathies to the family. Larry, may you rest in peace with your Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

  4. I extend my deepest sympathy to Larry’s entire family. Larry was always upbeat and positive and willing to help anyone.

  5. My prayers are with the family, My God give you’ll Comfort and peace during this time. God Bless, Sonya Columbus 658-District-Washington NC

  6. My prayers are with the family, My God give you’ll Comfort and peace during this time. God Bless, Sonya Columbus 658-District-Washington NC

  7. My prayers are with the family, My God give you’ll Comfort and peace during this time. God Bless, Sonya Columbus 658-District-Washington NC

  8. My prayers are with the family, My God give you’ll Comfort and peace during this time. God Bless, Sonya Columbus 658-District-Washington NC

  9. My prayers are with the family, My God give you’ll Comfort and peace during this time. God Bless, Sonya Columbus 658-District-Washington NC


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