Clinton Frederick Hodges (1939-2017)

HODGES, DELAMATER, BENDER, TAKES, STERN, PARSON

Posted By: Mark Christian
Date: 5/6/2017 at 09:04:24

From Stevens Memorial Chapel obituary, Ames, Story County, Iowa:

Clinton Frederick Hodges, 78, Ames, died at Bethany Manor in Story City on May 4, 2017.

Clinton Hodges was born on April 20, 1939 in Danville, Illinois to Paul and Vinita (Delamater) Hodges. He graduated from Parker High School in Chicago, IL in 1957. He continued his education at the University of Illinois receiving his Ph. D in Plant Pathology. He went on to become a professor in horticulture at Iowa State University.

Clinton Hodges married Judy Bender of Chicago, on June 25, of 1960. Clinton and Judy raised three children, and enjoyed an active life together in Ames.

He was an attentive and caring family man, always proud and protective. He enjoyed Jazz music, time at the Izaak Walton League and family trips to the Colorado Mountains. He seemed to be able to fix anything and always loved a good debate. He will be remembered for his devotion to his family and friends.

Clinton Hodges is survived by his wife Judy; son Brett Hodges (Betsy) of Guthrie Center, IA and two daughters; Wendy Takes (Thad) of Independence, IA and Kristy Stern (Karl) of North Liberty, IA. He is also survived by three grandchildren; Ben Parsons, Lauren Parsons and Caleb Takes.

He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Vinita Hodges.

Memorial contributions may be made in Clinton's name to the Alzheimers Association – Greater Iowa Chapter or to Bethany Manor in Story City.

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