Jerry "Wayne" Hodge

Jerry “Wayne” Hodge, 76, of Goshen died Monday, November 9, 2026 at Parkview Goshen Hospital.

He was born May 23, 1950 in Newport, Arkansas to Rufus and Gladys (Garland) Hodge.

On December 19, 1970 he married Helen A. Van Nuys. She died February 4, 2022.

Wayne is survived by a sister, Cathie Miller of Goshen and several nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Myles “Tony” Hodge and a sister, Angella Holleman.

A U.S. Army veteran, Wayne worked for Goshen Stamping, Inc. for many years before retirement.

He enjoyed bowling and playing softball in his younger years.

According to his wishes cremation will take place at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home crematory. A private graveside service will take place at West Goshen Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial gifts in his honor may be directed to Parkview Hospice; https://goshenhealth.com/locations/goshen-home-care-hospice