Ronald Edward Hodge, 76, of Bell, Florida, passed away on April 8th at his home. Ronald was a graduate of Bell High School, was employed by the Division of forestry and a deputy with the Taylor County Sheriff's Office. He retired in 1997 and returned home to Bell.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents Johnnie T Hodge and Minnie Lee Hodge.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife Marguerite Hodge, Brother Sidney T. Hodge (Mary Ann) Son, Ronald E. Hodge JR (Jennifer) Daughters, Ronda Belldock, and Robin Merry. Grandsons Matthew Mauga (Kim), Hunter Barfield (Kelsey), Triston Barfield (Savannah), Granddaughters, Zayden Merry, and Brilee Barfield. Great Grandsons, Ryan Mauga and Kohen Barfield, Great Granddaughters Destini Jackson and Kylan Barfield.
Ronald had a Great love for his family and friends and loved spending time with them. Ronald was very excited for the upcoming birth of his twin great grandsons Briar and Crue Barfield. Ronald also leaves behind his loving and faithful companions Buddy and Dinky. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.