Freddie Wayne Hodges, of Kennett, Missouri, son of the late Henry Fred Hodges and Susie Thomas Hodges, was born November 10,1956 in Searcy, Arkansas and departed this life on May 16, 2026 at the age of 69 years 6 months and 6 days.

Freddie was a self-employed carpenter and served his country in the United States Army.

Survivors include:

Life Partner: Toni Grills of Kennett, MO.

Four sons: Jesse (Alexis) Goldsmith of Kennett, MO.

Michael Hodges of Madison, WI.

Sean Hodges of Madison, WI.

Kevin Grills (Elizabeth) of Decatur, AL

Two Daughters: Jessie Roquee of Madison, WI.

Missy (Benny) Grills of Wappapello, MO.

Brother: Tim (Jami) Hodges of MS.

Two sisters: Alma Jean (Randy) Howell of Mobile, AL.

Wanda Hodges of Kennett, MO.

Many nieces and nephews

Fifteen grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren

Freddie was preceded in death by his daughter: Kari Jo Hodges.

Visitation will be 12:00 noon to 2:00 PM Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at the McDaniel Funeral Home in Kennett. Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm at the McDaniel Chapel with Rev. Johnny Bogle officiating..

McDaniel Funeral Service of Kennett will be in charge of the arrangements.