TITLE: In memory of Frank Hodges.

SUMMARY: In memory of Frank Hodges.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and meaningful accomplishments remain to comfort the family and friends of Frank Hodges of Naples, who passed away on September 24, 2016, at the age of 84; and WHEREAS, The son of B. F. and Ruby Hodges, Frank Hodges was born on November 3, 1931, in Gonzales and grew up in Breckenridge, along with his four younger siblings; in 1949, he married June Freeman, with whom he shared six rewarding decades; over the years, they became the loving parents of five children, Yvonne, Ramona, Connie, Damon, and Vicki; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hodges worked for Zack Burkett Company before establishing his own business, Hodges and Son Construction, in 1982, and after many successful years, he turned over the reins of the company to his son; recognized for his professional contributions, he was awarded a lifetime membership in the Texas Association of General Contractors in 2013; and WHEREAS, Mr. Hodges was the proud patriarch of a family that included his 18 grandchildren and 48 great-grandchildren; he was an active member of the Naples Church of Christ, which he served as an elder, and he made frequent mission trips to Honduras; affectionately known as "Poppa Frank" in his community of faith, he helped establish a number of churches, and he further gave back by creating a food ministry and by providing educational scholarships and humanitarian aid; and WHEREAS, Frank Hodges earned deep respect and admiration for his achievements as a business leader as well as for the many ways that he shared his time and talents to better the lives of others, and his memory will forever be cherished by all those who knew him; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Frank Hodges and extend sincere sympathy to his loved ones; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Frank Hodges. Hughes President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 6, 2017, by a rising vote.