Benjamin Early Hodges of Columbia, CA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at the age of 90. He was born in NM, July 21, 1916, the son of Lucius Tate & Amy Ruth (Sherril) Hodges. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Melba Teresa (Rieber) Hodges. Benjamin is survived by his daughters, Iris Kainer and husband Vic, Amy Carey and husband Jim, Sharon Davis and husband Jerry, all of CA. The Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 13, at the Guinn-Horger Funeral Home and the Graveside Service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 14, at the Holy Cross Cemetery in D'Hanis. Burial will follow.