Troy Hodges

Augusta, GA—Memorial Services for Mr. Troy Hodges, 33, of Augusta, GA, who entered into rest June 3, 2011, will be conducted Thursday evening from 7 until 9 in the Imperial Theater, Augusta, GA. Troy was the Bar Manager of the Mellow Mushroom in Evans and was everyone's favorite bartender wherever he worked. He took his job seriously and was quick and ready to satisfy everyone, always doing what he did best. He Spread joy through his big heart to make our hearts bigger. If we all learned anything from Troy, we learned what little it can take to make someone so very happy and content with life. We should all thank Troy for those little life lessons and remember that it's not about materialistic items to make yourself happy. Troy taught us daily that we can make ourselves happy. We all owe him a big thanks for the unforgettable memories. The fun, The laughs, Him being himself and being True to himself. Troy was preceded in death by his father, Tommy “Mr. Tom Cat” Hodges. If anyone could ever say they lived life to the fullest, it would be Troy Hodges. He climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, completed hiking the Appalachian Trail, and loved being on the Savannah River. If you told Troy he wasn't going to do something, you knew better. He would do it and do it without fear or failure. We don't know what the next big challenge was, but rest assured there was one. A die hard Georgia Bulldog and Atlanta Falcon, Troy loved his Augusta roots but enjoyed adventure and traveling. Materialistic items were not important to Troy but the memories of taking trips with his friends were more important then anything else. You weren't just going to have a good time because he was going to see to it that you were having a great time. He loved the water and the outdoors. But, I think what we most liked about him was his smile, his laugh and his constant positive attitude. Never meeting a stranger, Troy touched many lives by using a natural gift---He was just fun to be around! There was never a dull moment, never a story not to tell after enjoying his company. His charisma, wit, and humor made him a one of a kind and a master of making others want to be like him. If you were down, Troy was going to bring you back up. If you met Troy Hodges, you were going to remember it and you were going to make sure others got to meet him. He was truly unique and unwilling to judge others. He was proud and confident. Troy was simply beloved by all. The loves of his life were his dog Sashi and his family and friends. If he wasn't cooking for you and making you eat, he was feeding hungry children with monthly donations while taking the time to write them letters. He also supported St. Jude's on a monthly basis. While Troy lived humbly, he was a true philanthropist. Sacrificing to simply benefit others, driving nice cars and living in a immaculate home was not his style. Troy would rather do these great things and then let nature make him happy. He had a love for mankind in general, and that's the definition of a philanthropist. That's the definition of Troy Hodges. Survivors include his mother Justine Hodges, Augusta; a brother, Todd H. Hodges, North Augusta; a number of close friends. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 10 AM until 4 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Troy H. Hodges Fund, C/O First Bank 3820 Washington Road, Martinez, GA, 30907; or at any First Bank Location. Posey Funeral Directors of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803.278.1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneraldirectors.com

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Troy Hodges

July 2, 1977 - June 3, 2011