Tommye Lucille Onstott Hodges

Tommye Lucille Onstott Hodges, 91 of Hamshire, died Christmas Eve morning at her home after a lengthy illness.

Tommye was born October 8, 1934 in San Angelo, Texas to Thomas Alderson Onstott and Lucille Cerena Early.  She attended Water Valley High School graduating in 1952.

She married the love of her life, Donald Lester Hodges, on August 31, 1951.  Their legacy lives on through their children Linda Dianne and Steven Phillip, both of Winnie.

Tommye found joy and comfort in her relationships with her animals.  Her heart was especially tender toward her horses, who seemed to sense and return that kindness.  She was also Mom to many poodles, border collies and most recent, Lacey her shih-tzu, not to forget her many fat cats.

She and Don loved their lake house where they caught an abundance of fish throughout their lifetime.  The lake was always calling them whenever they could get away.  It was their dream to have a “family weekend” getaway with the entire family.  So, in 2012 their dream came true when the 1^st Hodges retreat began.  Well, it didn’t take long for Tommye to convince grandkids to buy jet skis so she could ride to her heart’s desire.  Yes, every year we prayed Tommye wouldn’t fall off and break her hip.  She survived and loved every minute.

Tommye is survived by her daughter, Linda Dianne; son, Steve and his wife, Melissa; grandchildren, Amber Marlin, Brookelyn Ellis and husband, Brian, Derrick Gaudet and wife, Crystal, Kahla Rachal and husband, Lee, Dustin Gaudet and wife, Michal and Ashley Anthony and husband, Jeremy great-grandchildren, Jared, Jaxon & Anslee Marlin; Barrett Ellis; Bailey & Avery Gaudet; Everett & Stevie Rachal; Ally & Trace Harrison and Sylas Gaudet; Tyler and wife Kenzie, Charlie & Henry Anthony; Nephew Pat Carrigan and wife Christy.  Extended family: Kevin Cline and fiancee Misty Kaderli; Robert Cline and wife Ashley; Jesse Cline & Dawson; Abby, Tyler, Hunter & Mason Cline.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Don, parents, and half-sister Violet Carrigan.

The family expresses a special sincere appreciation to Lidia Pedraza for taking such loyal and loving care of Tommye

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made the First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1570, Winnie, Texas 77665.

A gathering of Ms. Hodges family and friends will begin at 2:00 p.m. with her memorial service at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at First United Methodist Church, 1708 TX-124, Winnie. Her cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie.