"I am so sorry to hear this. I had the privilege to get to know Ronda and take care of her for a short time, she is singing in the heavens now, prayers for the family. Juanita Wehrman "
In loving memory of
Ronda J. Hodge
November 5, 1951 - September 7, 2020
Ronda J. Hodge, 68, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Monday, September 7, 2020. She was born on November 5, 1951, in Marion, IN, to the late Charles and Joan "June" Shields. Ronda graduated from Fairmount High School in 1970, and from Ball State University in 1974 with her bachelor's degree in physical education. She married Jack "JD" Hodge on June 25, 1977. Ronda was a member of Psi Iota Xi for 40 years. She was a member of First Friends Church in Marion. Ronda was co-owner of JTrans, Inc. and Central Waste, LLC. She enjoyed spending time with her family, singing, reading, and gardening.
Ronda is survived by her husband Jack "JD" Hodge; children, Holli (John) Pearce, Shelli (Jesse Fordyce) Hodge, and Jason Hodge; sisters, Dawn Reagan and Dian Hoheimer; brother, Nile (Mary) Stanton; grandchildren, Kinzie, Jaycie, and Karlie Pearce, and Lincoln Fordyce.
She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Joan "June" Shields, and brother Charles Anthony "Tony" Shields.
Arrangements for Ronda have been entrusted to College Park Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 4601 S. Western Avenue, Marion, Indiana 46953. On Saturday, September 12, 2020, at The River Church, 759 S. Lenfesty Avenue, Marion, IN 46953, the family will have a visitation from 12:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M., with the funeral service beginning at 3:00 P.M., with Pastor Matthew Trexler officiating. A private burial will take place at a later date.
The family requests that memorial gifts can be designated for Corticobasal Degeneration at Mayo Clinic and can be made online at www.mayoclinic.org/development or mailed to Department of Development, Mayo Clinic, 200 First St. SW, Rochester, MN 55905.
Online condolences and memories may be left at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Prayers for God's peace and comfort in your Family's time of grief "
"JD and Family- I was so sorry to hear about Ronda, what a special lady. You area in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Fowler Sefton"
"Ronda was a beautiful lady inside and out My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you and your family Connie Lynch"
"Ronda was a beautiful person inside and out. She was always willing to help anyone which includes me. So many fond memories or Ronda. Those memories are always with a smile on her face. Rest In Peace Ronda! "
"Ronda was a friend who I met at Ball State and we would sometimes see each other around Marion. She was a sweet girl and we are so sorry and know she is gone too soon. We will keep the family in our prayers."
"So sorry to hear about Ronda?s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family! We have fond memories of Easter at the Hodges and Ronda?s sweet smile. Craig and Susie Stace"
"Ronda baby sit with our children when we moved to Fairmount. She was so beautiful and young. Memories bring much comfort. Judy& Richard Hensley"
"Carol and I will always remember Rhonda as a strong leader, manager, wonderful wife and mother. The Maggart Family."
"So sorry to hear about my friend, Ronda. We were roommates and friends at Ball State, and we stayed in touch over the years. We had our first babies around the same time, and she came to visit me when Holly was an infant in San Francisco. I saw her a few times when I came home to Indiana, and she visited me again when her family was out here visiting Southern California. She was a beautiful person - inside and out - and we were planning a visit this past summer, but the plans changed when she told me she wasn\'t up to a visit. Prayers to comfort her family, and she will be missed. Gone too soon. "
"so sorry to learn of her passing. she was great lady. my deepest condolences. her memory is a blessing."
"So sorry to hear of Ronda\'s death, May God be by your side in the days to come.. JD,, You and your childern are in my Prayers. (Lisa Felty Mother,) Joan Hudson."
"JD and family so sorry, Rhonda was a sweet women. She use to come out and sit on the pool steps and visit with me while I worked on pool. ? Debra "
"Ronda was a super friend. She had a giant heart matched by her beauty. She loved her family and will be sadly missed by everyone."
"Dear Hodge family......Ronda was such a terrific person, parent at Southeast. Always friendly and smiling with a real love for her children. She will be missed. Jenny Maidenberg"
"So sorry to read of the passing of Rhonda she was a lovely person. I served with her on the Maion Parents organization in the late 90s.I always found her to be kind and helpful. My deepest sympathy to her family. I am curre out of town helping with my grandchildren due to the school situation. Gods blessings to you sincerely Liz Day"
"I remember as I was a child she would hold Easter egg hunts at her home for family and friends and their children, as I got older my nieces and nephews got to go enjoy them. She was an amazing person!! So sad to see her go. "
"She was a very caring woman. I didnt know her but I waited on her at Myers drive in 10 yrs ago and she gave me a very generous tip cause I was pregnant. She made sure to tell me to take that tip and buy my unborn baby something very special and I did just that. I was very grateful for her that day cause I was in a rough time. Thank u so much for kindness "
"My sister Ronda was a loving, talented, and charming woman. She will be greatly missed. -- Special thanks to JD Hodge for assuring she always had the best of the best of everything, including the extraordinary care required during Ronda\'s last several years. "
"JD and family, We are so sorry to hear of Ronda's passing. She was truly a beautiful person inside and out. You are in our prayers. Gary & Sandi Rice"
"My condolences to the entire Hodge Family! I bowled with Jason Hodge and John Pearce. So very sorry for your loss !"
"We are so sorry to hear the passing of Ronda! She was such a sweet lady and will be missed by so many! May God give you peace and comfort at this time! Prayers for all!"
"Rhonda was a wonderful person who attended and helped at my wedding many years ago after we met at Ball State. I am so saddened to hear of her passing as I had lost touch after moving away. Many prayers for her loving family. I?m glad she had a great life with the love of her life JD"
"Heaven gained another angel in Ronda! May she find peace and contentment in Paradise! We send our condolences to her loving family and dear friends. Cathy and Mike Beck"
"Dian & family, we are very sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you. Beautiful picture of her. - Kim (Liestenfeltz) & Don Loiler, California "
"JD So sorry to hear about your wife . Prayers for you and your family! Sherry Bryant & Family ( Tony Bryant)"
"I am sorry to read of Ronda passing. I graduated with Ronda and remember her as a kind, fun, and respectful person. She was always cheerful and pleasant. May God be you peace and comfort as you grieve her loss. "