Aaron Durand

Hodge

Aaron Durand Hodge, the son of Christine Hodge and the late Frank Hodge Jr., was born on October 30, 1969, in Detroit, Michigan. He peacefully departed this life on June 11, 2026, at his home in Newton, Mississippi. At an early age, he united with Decatur Missionary Baptist Church.

Aaron was a man of many talents and abilities. Known as a "jack of all trades," he possessed a strong work ethic and a willingness to take on any challenge. Prior to his health declining, he was employed with Yates Construction, where he worked in the construction, maintenance, and repair of bridges and highways. His dedication and commitment to his work earned him the respect of those who worked alongside him.

While Aaron valued his career, his greatest joy came from his family. He was a loving and devoted husband, son, father, brother, grandfather, and friend who cherished every moment spent with those he loved. His kind spirit, generous heart, and unwavering support will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Aaron was preceded in death by his father, Frank Hodge Jr.; his first wife, Maurice Jones; and his brothers, Quin Hodge and Thomas "Tom" Hawkins.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories his loving and devoted wife, Latonya Salter Hodge; his mother, Christine Hodge; five children, Jaleesa McCune Moore (Chuncey), Makesha Jones, Orlando Nettles, Aaron Jones (Cassandra), and Devante Hodge; eleven beloved grandchildren, Keasja, Kolbie, Kyren, Tamia, Jack, Orlayja, Orlando Jr., Dakota, London, Amari, and Tae Tae; one sister, Bridgette Hawkins; two brothers, Darin Hawkins and Frankie Ray Hodge (LeTaya); a bonus son, Tyler Pruitt; his mother-in-law, Dorothy Salter; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends.

Though Aaron's presence will be greatly missed, his legacy of love, strength, and devotion will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.