Gary "Doc" Hodges

Gary Wayne “Doc” Hodges, 70, of St. George, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital in Wichita, Kansas.

Born August 25, 1955, Gary was a man of immense strength, defined by his tireless work ethic and a deep, lifelong connection to the land. Known affectionately as “Doc”, Gary spent his professional career as a skilled ironworker, helping build the skyline with grit and precision. When he wasn’t raising steel, he was firmly rooted in the soil as a dedicated farmer. Doc found his greatest peace riding his tractor and took immense pride in growing watermelons, understanding the patience and hard work required to nurture life from the earth.

Beyond the harvest, Doc was legendary for creating huge bonfires and sharing his homemade wine. He possessed a sharp sense of humor and a warmth that drew people in. Doc had a vast circle of friends and treated every one of them like family.

In his younger years, Doc grew up on the farm where he loved fishing and the steady tinker of working on classic cars with his brothers. As he grew older, he was a formidable athlete with a passion for bodybuilding and boxing, pursuits that forged the physical and mental toughness he carried throughout his life.

Doc leaves a legacy of strength and laughter, whether it was found in the structures he built, the crops he harvested or the firelight and friendship he shared so generously.

Survivors include his loving children, Angela Bailey, Jasmine Hodges, Jacob Hodges, Jade Dahl (Jon), Brawley Bentz, Kali Bentz, Dorian Hodges and Mathius Hodges; and his grandchildren, Zachariah White, Paxx Listenberger, Kason Blaise, Topanga Dahl, Daphne Dahl, Brimley Dahl, Felicity Dahl, Kenneth Dahl, Mason Johnson, Raelynn Johnson, Brendon Breeden, King Bjorn Bentz, Liam Hodges and Lucas Hodges.

Doc was preceded in death by his parents, Loran & Irene Hodges; and two brothers, Russel “Butch” Hodges and Willard Hodges.

Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon (March 30, 2026) at 2:00 at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home with Pastor Jim Lowry officiating. Burial will be in the St. George Cemetery.

Visitation will be Monday (March 30, 2026) from 12:00 Noon until the time of services at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. Those may be sent to Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.