Barbara Joan Hodges

Barbara Joan Hodges, age 92, of Caledonia passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2022 with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 70 years, Karl; grandson, Eric Reed; brother, Richard Welton, sister, Julaine Matthews. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Charles and Sue Hodges, Karen and Russ Reed, Kris Hodges, Kyle Hodges; grandchildren, Nicole and Justin Sulish, Shelby and Connor Flynn, Seth Hodges, Jason Reed; great grandchildren, Reed Sulish, JJ Sulish, Crosby Flynn; nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Barb was a master at knitting and crocheting and she passed on her knowledge to many eager students. Her three great grandchildren lit up her life and they kept her going. Barb and Karl could be found frequenting flea markets or traveling around with their camper. Barb and her grandson, Jason, shared a special bond and he looked after her on a daily basis with his phone calls and to make sure she was being cared for. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 am Tuesday, January 3 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9669 Kraft SE, Caledonia. Burial will be held at Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday from 4-6 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main St. SE, Caledonia and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. A Rosary will be prayed at 5:30 pm on Monday at the funeral home. Barb’s family would like to thank Legacies Assisted Living for their care and concern shown to Barb and a thank you to The Care Team Hospice for the care shown to Barb in her final days. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to Legacies Assisted Living.