Joyce Elaine (Roosa) Hodges

Joyce Elaine Hodges, age 88, of Sumner, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025, at Schnepp Health Care Center in St. Louis.

Joyce was born June 1, 1936 in Sumner, Michigan, the daughter of Merton and Josephine (McFarland) Roosa.  She graduated from Ithaca High School in 1955.  She worked for Wolverine World Wide for nine years before working as a display coordinator for J.C. Penney’s for 28 years.  She married Phil Hodges on January 2, 1965.  Through the years she enjoyed sewing, baking, walking and riding her bike.

Joyce is survived by her husband, Phil; her children, Randy (Carla) Martyn of Ithaca, Cheri (Kim) Cramer of North Fort Myers, Fl, Jeff Hodges of Sumner, and Pam (Terry) Fisher of Alma; her grandchildren, Megan Falor, Zachary (Alyssa) Martyn, Brad (Jordan) Martyn, Cullen (Allyson) Cramer, Chloe (Jake) Rhoda, Colby (Nate Tack) Cramer, Brayden Hodges, Breck Hodges, Jean (Gary III) Rose, and Leann (Dylan) Barnes; 10 great grandchildren; and her brothers in law and sisters in law, Robert (Marge) Hodges, Nancy Alexander, Sharon (terry) Klick, Janice Kristin, and Chet (Cindy) Hodges; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Todd Hodges; her brother, Earl Roosa; and her brothers and sisters-in-law, Floyd Alexander, Martin (Buzz) Hodges, Peggy Green, and Dennis Kristin.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 11 at Barden Funeral Home in. Ithaca.  Visitation will be 4-8 Friday, January 10.  Memorial contributions may be made to the organization of your choice.  Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[The Schoch Family]

So sorry for your loss.

[Nola Owen]

So sorry Sheri and Kim. Joyce always had a smile and great humor side . I hurt for her when she lost Todd. Good lady.

[Rose Purvis]

Carla, so sorry for your families loss. Miss your sweet smile

[Bob and Marge Hodges]

Phil and Family, We and our family will miss Joyce so much. She was a joy us. Bob, Marge and Family

[Pennie Smith]

I have so many memories during my life with aunt Joyce. I am so glad I got to spend time with her this summer. We got to go through so many photo books and it made me realize how many great visits we had with her and your family. She will be so missed. I will treasure the dishes she gave me this summer and think of her every time I use them. Love you guys!! See you this summer. Pennie

[Dave and Wanda Hodges]

Sorry for your loss. Will be thinking of you.Won't be able make it .Dave and Wanda