Edward “Boo” Ferrell Hodges III, age 51, of Fairmont died Saturday, July 26, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born November 5, 1962, the son of Ed Jr. and Donna Hodges.
He was President of Ed. F. Hodges, Inc. of Fairmont, NC and was a member of Baltimore Baptist Church. Boo was known for his smile and love of his family and friends. He never met a stranger and was an inspiration to all. His faith never waivered in his courageous battle against cancer.
He won the fight because he is now in heaven. Well done our good and faithful servant. Some of his happiest times were spent hunting, fishing, and being at the beach.
In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife, Devon; daughter Bishop; sister Rose Simmons and husband Gary; brother Jim Hodges and wife Julie; father and mother-in-law, Lyndell and Brenda Bullock; sister-in-law Dahlia Hunt and husband Ozro; brother in law Clay Bullock; nephews Hamilton and Matt Hodges, Dawson “Boodro” Hunt; nieces Brianna, Kaylee, and Grace McMillian; aunts, uncles, cousins, and a multitude of friends.
His funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at First Baptist Church South Main St. in Fairmont by Pastor Tim Tyner and Pastor Wade McLamb.
Burial will be in Floyd Memorial Cemetery.
Boo’s family will receive friends 6:00 to 9:00 PM Tuesday July 29, 2014 at Floyd Funeral Services in Fairmont.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Ed Hodges Sr. and maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie D. Barnes.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Baltimore Baptist Church Building Fund 171 Baltimore Church Rd. Fairmont, NC 28340
Online condolences may be made at floydmortuary.net.
