Debra Gayle

Hodge

Debra (Debbie) Gayle Hodge, a cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully at Saint Elizabeth Hospice of Edgewood on November 7, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on November 3, 1960, in Covington, Debbie was a beacon of warmth and kindness to all who knew her.

Debbie was the beloved daughter of the late Eugene and Gayle (Ambrose) Hodge. She is reunited in eternal peace with her sister, Patricia Hodge. Left to treasure her memory are her devoted siblings: David (Shirley) Hodge, Dale (Paula) Hodge, Elizabeth (Dan) O'Connell, and Douglas Hodge. Debbie was a loving aunt to numerous nieces and nephews—Kimberly, Danielle, Jennifer, Daniel, David II, Timothy, Jasmyne, Raegan, Audrey, and Quinlan—and was also blessed with many great nieces and nephews who adored her.

Debbie spent 39 years working at BAWAC, where her compassion and dedication were evident to all. In the last decade, she found joy and happiness at Scheben Care Center, creating lasting friendships and memories.

Debbie was an active and faithful member of Bethesda Community Church. Her dedication to the Lord was a guiding force in her life, and she inspired many with her unwavering faith and generosity. Known for her loving soul, Debbie was a constant source of positivity and light, bringing smiles and joy wherever she went. Her radiant spirit and uplifting optimism touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to cross her path.

Her love for sports was contagious, and she was known as the biggest fan and cheerleader for the Cincinati Bengals football, Red's baseball and Kentucky Wildcats.

A service to commemorate Debbie's life will be held on November 14, 2026 at Floral Hill Memorial Gardens, 5336 Old Taylor Mill Road; Covington, KY. Visitation from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, service at 11:00 AM, with burial immediately following. A celebration of life will be held at Bethesda Community Church, 989 E Mount Zion Rd; Independence, KY. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Debbie's memory to the Scheben Care Center (https://www.schebencarecenter.org/) or Bethesda Community Church.

Debbie will be deeply missed but never forgotten. Her legacy of love and kindness will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those she leaves behind.