Edward Leroy

Hodge

Edward L. Hodge, 79, of Blackwell, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, in Odessa, Texas.

Ed was born on December 27, 1946, in Farmerville, Louisiana, to Elton and Mary Hodge. He grew up in Midland, Texas, where he graduated from Midland High School before beginning a lifelong career in the oil and gas industry.

Ed worked as a pipeline welder for many years before starting his own business. He took tremendous pride in his work and was known for his strong work ethic, craftsmanship, and willingness to help others. Even outside of work, he could usually be found building or welding something for family, friends, or neighbors.

Horses were one of Ed's greatest passions. He loved trading horses, traveling to ranches and horse sales across Texas and beyond, and spending time breeding and raising horses of his own. Some of his proudest moments were his daughters many accomplishments in the rodeo arena.

After retiring in 2018, Ed made his home in Blackwell, Texas, where he enjoyed the slower pace of life, made many cherished friends, and spent several years raising a small herd of cattle. Even in retirement, he never lost his love for hard work, trading, and the cowboy way of life.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents, Elton and Mary Hodge; his sister, Linda Gardner; and his brother, Billy Hodge.

He is survived by his love, Teresa Ann Moore of Odessa, Texas; his children, Traci McFadden of Monroe, Georgia; Shelly Snokhous and her husband, Gary, of West, Texas; Christy Jo Lightfoot and her husband, Lance, of Gardendale, Texas; stepson, Randy Harvey of Odessa, Texas; and his faithful dog, Buddy.

He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Sarah English and husband, Jacob McFadden, Anna Cate McFadden, Joshua Byard and wife, Justin Byard, as well as a Great-Grandchild expected this Winter.

Ed is also survived by his siblings, Randall Hodge and Paula, Debbie Smith and Chuck, Mary Ann Syler and Matt, Candy Hodge, and Brother-in-law Ralph Gardner.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice of Midland.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, July 20, 2026 at 2pm at the Blackwell Cemetery in Blackwell, TX. Services will be officiated by Shawn Hogg of Gardendale, TX.

Visitation will be Monday from 8am-12pm at McCoy Funeral Home in Sweetwater, TX.

Pallbearers will be Lance Lightfoot, Gary Snokhous, Randy Harvey, Jacob McFadden, Johnny Lacey, and Johnny Contreras.

Honorary Pallbearer: Steve Taylor.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McCoy Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.mccoyfh.com.