Obituary of William Kyle Hodges

William Kyle Hodges, age 83, of Tanner Road, Boone, passed away Wednesday afternoon, October 21, 2020 at his home. Born October 12, 1937 in Watauga County, he was a son of Frank Calvin and Ora Greene Hodges. Kyle was a Deacon and long-time member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. After working for a time as a master brick mason, Kyle became employed at the ASU Physical Plant, retiring as a carpenter supervisor. He enjoyed operating his saw mill, and loved fishing and hunting, especially listening to his beagles running rabbits. However, his favorite pasttime was watching his grandsons play baseball. Kyle is survived by his wife of 40 years, Brenda Short Vannoy Hodges; sons, David Hodges and wife, Molly, Kreg Hodges, and Brian Vannoy and wife, Audra, all of Boone; grandsons, Brett and William Vannoy of Boone and granddaughters, Aleah Hodges of Boone and Kaylin Hodges and Haley Hodges, both of Greensboro; and brothers, Mack Hodges and John Ray Hodges and wife, Betty, all of Boone. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Graveside services for Kyle Hodges will be conducted Monday afternoon, October 26, at 2 o'clock at the Rutherwood Baptist Church Cemetery, officiated by Pastor Gary Watson. The family requests those attending to social distance and please wear a mask. Friends may visit Austin & Barnes Saturday from 11 AM until 4 PM to sign the guest register book. Flowers are appreciated or memorial gifts may be made to Equip Sports Ministry, 3505 Bamboo Road, Boone, NC 28607. Online condolences may be shared at austinandbarnesfuneralhome.com Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Hodges family.