HJR34 Summary

• Mourns the death of Raymond Gregg Hodges of Cullman, Alabama, who died on February 5, 2024, at age 81, and celebrates his life of service.

• Honors his military service as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War (four years, honorably discharged 1972).

• Recognizes his 20+ year career as County Agent-coordinator with the Alabama Cooperative Extension Service in Cullman County and his role in developing the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center.

• Acknowledges his international humanitarian work in Poland after the Berlin Wall's removal, including organizing the first 4-H Club and Chamber of Commerce in Leszno, and his leadership roles in numerous civic organizations.

• Survived by three children (Tracy Thompson, David Hodges, and Aimee Reese), eight grandchildren, and numerous family members and friends.