Gloria Jean Hodges, 68, of Holts Summit, Missouri, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, September 27, 2026. She was cherished by all who knew her and her presence will be deeply missed. She is now made whole again in the loving arms of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Gloria was born on September 7, 1958, to Harrison Yates & Edna Naiomi Backer. On April 28, 1979, she married Glen Hodges and started their lifelong adventures together. From moving to Japan at the start of their married life, to raising four kids while working for the State of Missouri, Gloria did it all with a joyous spirit. She was a born-again believer of the Lord Jesus Christ and served Him with gladness everywhere she went. Her dedication led her to help in Kids Ministries; teaching Sunday School, leading a Patch the Pirates Program, and volunteering at Vacation Bible Schools. She sang in the church choirs and participated in many church plays. In her heart she had a special place for supporting mission and salvation outreach programs. No matter what she was doing or where she was, she always had a big smile and a warm hug ready to greet you. Her kind and loving spirit brightened the lives of all who knew her.
Gloria is survived by her devoted husband, Glen Hodges; children, Tiffany Wheeler (Levoy), Aaron Hodges (Laura), Tabitha Forster (David); Jacob Tanner, son-in-law; eight beloved grandchildren, Rebekah, Elizabeth, Simon, Abigail, Asher, Stevi, Aria, and Liam; and her siblings, Shirley Hodges-Shaver, and Homer Backer. She was preceeded in death by her daughter, Jennifer Tanner and her parents, Harrison Yates and Edna Naiomi Backer.
Friends and family may gather from 5-7pm, Friday, October 2, 2026 at Debo Funeral Home in Holt Summit. Funeral Service will be 1pm, Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Holts Summit followed by burial in New Bloomfield Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holts Summit Food Bank.
