Donald L. Hodge, Jr., 41, of Carlisle, passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at home. He was born on Tuesday, January 28, 1969 in Carlisle and was the son of Donald L. Hodge, Sr. and Ruby (Hawkins) Hodge, both of Carlisle.

Donald was a 1987 graduate of Carlisle High School. He was employed by Petro Stopping Centers in Middlesex Township and also worked for the Sentinel as a newspaper carrier for many years. Donald enjoyed spending time with his family,playing video games in his spare time and wrestling.

In addition to his parents, Donald is survived by his sister, Caussia M. Hodge of Carlisle, his maternal grandmother, Mary Hawkins of Philadelphia, two nieces, a nephew and a host of uncles, aunts and cousins. He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Robert Hawkins, his paternal grandparents; John "Sally" Thompson and Mary Jane "Dumpy" Hodge and a niece, Tyra Hodge.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 in Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, 630 S. Hanover St., Carlisle. Rev. Bruce D. Points, Sr. and Rev. Daniel Lehigh will officiate. Viewing will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services. Burial will be private.