David Hodges

David "Jedi" Hodges, 16, peacefully passed from this earth on January 20, 2012 at Duke University Hospital after a courageous battle with an undiagnosed illness, surrounded by his family. Born in Asheville on April 15, 1995 he was a one of a kind soul with a contagious and continuous smile upon his face. David was a genuinely happy kid that loved every minute of life. He had never met a stranger and openly offered his friendship to everyone he met. He was a true water baby, whether it was Lake Norman or the Atlantic Ocean, he enjoyed all water sports. Skateboarding, music, technology, his dogs and being a big brother also brought him great joy. David was a curious boy always eager to try something adventurous and looking for the next big thing, a true trendsetter. David loved belonging to a community. In the last year he joined the Catholic Church and was heavily active in the youth group at Blessed Sacrament. He also became a member of the football and lacrosse teams at Eastern Alamance High School where he loved the social aspect of education. These groups served as outlets for David's light to shine and make an everlasting impact on those who were fortunate enough to have met him. David was survived by Godparents and Guardians- Aunt Lisa and Uncle Ben Marinis, parents, Clark and Heather Hodges, mother Davina Brendle, little brothers Hatten and Liam Hodges, paternal grandmother- Nancye "Grandma" Hodges, maternal grandmother, Leslie "My Nana" Brendle, Aunt Lora Lynn "LL" Bridges and Uncle Michael Frisbee. Preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Hatten "Papa" Hodges and maternal grandfather and his namesake David Brendle. The family will welcome visitors from 4-8 pm on Thursday January 26 at Lowe Funeral Home in Burlington. A funeral mass will be held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church at 3pm on Friday. Memorials can be made to David Hodges at any Wells Fargo Bank.