Catherine R. Hodges

Gallatin - Catherine R. Hodges, 100, a resident of Gallatin, NY since 1969, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 14, 2012 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on February 18, 1912 in City Island, Bronx, NY, the daughter of Paul and Rose (Peculo) Tripaldi.

On August 18, 1930 in Detroit, MI, she married William Hodges. Mr. Hodges predeceased her in 1994.

Mrs. Hodges formerly worked as a sailmaker on City Island for Herbert Hild. She also loved to cook.

She is survived by her son, Kenneth Hodges or Rhinebeck, NY; her daughter, Donna Ferrari and her husband John of Gallatin; and her grandchildren, John and Diane Ferrari.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 from 2 to 5 PM at the Peck and Peck Funeral Home, 7749 S. Main St., Pine Plains.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 from the St. Anthony's Church, 68 Poplar Ave, Pine Plains, with Father William White officiating.

Interment will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorial donations are requested to the Milan Rescue Squad, 900 Route 199, Red Hook, NY 12571.

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