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Location: Gulfport, MS | Subject: Saturday Obits
HODO, James Ware, of Clinton, MS, a brilliant, huge-hearted, and talented man, took his life on the evening of Tuesday, May 9, 2017, after suffering for years and years with mental illness, severe depression, and addiction. Ware had many great accomplishments in his life. He was the father of two children, Robert and Madison Hodo; he was an Eagle Scout and achieved the Order of the Arrow; and he served in the US Navy on the nuclear submarine USS Kamehameha as a Nuclear Technician. Among all this was his love for automobiles, in particular, classic car restoration. He proudly owned and operated The Wicked Rod Shop from May of 2008 to June of 2016. Ware instilled new life into these cars, and he left behind a legacy. The Wicked Rod Shop was his pride and joy. There are numerous classic cars, trucks, and hot rods in and around Mississippi that will forever have his fingerprints on them. He left an indelible mark on every heart and every piece he touched. Many of these builds were in numerous car shows and received top awards. Each work was deeply personal to him and to the owners. Restoring, fabricating, and building cars was his true passion. Ware also loved heavy-metal as well as classical music, especially Slayer and Vivaldi. His love for animals was incomparable as was sense of humor. We wish for each of you to understand that this was not a selfish act. This is a faceless disease that he dealt with for much longer than he could endure and doesn't have his demons facing him anymore. Ware left this earth a more beautiful place and he was the epitome of what it really meant to love and to be kind. He is survived by his two children, James Robert Hodo and Madison Victoria Hodo; his father James William Hodo, and his sister Amanda Claire Hodo; he was preceded in death by his mother, Emily Sistrunk Hodo; and he leaves numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins that will forever remember what an incredible heart Ware possessed. Published in Clarion Ledger on May 20, 2017
WILLIS , Robert C., passed away May 12, 2017, after a short battle with cancer. He was born December 20, 1946, and was preceded in death by his parents Robert & Donna Willis; and his brothers, Donald E., Walt and Bruce L. Willis. Bob is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jean Willis; and sons Robert S. and Russell S. Willis. Bob had 15 grandchildren that he adored. Raised in Corpus Christi, Bob joined the Navy in 1964 and became a Cryptologic Technician ("R" Branch) where he served several tours in Asia including 3 tours in Japan, Okinawa, Philippines and Korea. As a direct support sailor, Bob served on 6 aircraft carriers, 1 destroyer, 2 frigates, 5 submarines and as an air crewman on EC-121's in Vietnam. After serving 21 ½ years in the Navy, Bob retired in Japan in 1985, moving to San Antonio he began a very rewarding career as a NJROTC SNSI at Southwest High School. He retired in 2007 after teaching 20 years. Involved with veteran's organizations, Bob was a life member and Past Commander of American Legion Bicentennial Post 579. In addition to being a Past Commander and life member of Security Service VFW Post 6012, Bob was an All-American Past Commander of VFW District 20. The Willis family wishes to acknowledge the efforts and support from Dr. Thomas Fisher of Texas Oncology, Brooks City Base. His sensitivity and compassion enabled Bob to pass in peace. The family also acknowledge the efforts of Dr. Vinod Ravi of MD Anderson, Houston, in his treatment. Visitation will begin on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. with a service to begin at 6:00 p.m. at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South. Funeral service will be held on Monday, May 22, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South. Interment will follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery. For personal acknowledgement, you may sign the online guestbook at www.missionparks.com in the obituary section. Published in Express-News on May 20, 2017
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