Connie Kerby Hodson

February 18, 1936 – April 16, 2026

Connie Kerby Hodson, age 90, passed away surrounded with love on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Born on February 18, 1936, she overcame an early life of hardship through a steadfast commitment to her education and her faith. Connie graduated from BYU and was very proud of her education. She met Richard Brown Hodson in Provo, Utah and they were married on June 24, 1959, in the Salt Lake Temple officiated by Richard’s grandfather Hugh B. Brown. She deeply valued learning and instilled it in others, including her children. A conviction evidenced by her ten children, all of whom graduated from college.

For 30 years, Connie shared her love of learning with the community as a dedicated substitute teacher. She was a constant presence in local classrooms, known for her reliability and her ability to inspire students. She viewed her work in the schools as an extension of her belief that knowledge is the key to a better life.

As a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, her life was defined by her discipleship. She held many church callings over the years, serving with love and commitment. Her greatest spiritual joy was found in the temple, where she served as a temple worker for more than 25 years alongside her husband. They both valued their time together in the temple.

Her volunteerism was vast and varied. Connie was a member and Captain of the daughters of Utah Pioneers. (DUP) She gave generously of her time and served for decades at both Utah Valley Hospital and Timpanogos Hospital front desk. She served on the SCERA Center for the Arts board of directors. She was a part of the Golden K Kiwanis club and proudly served in leadership positions. She volunteered at the Provo Pioneer Village for years with her husband (Dick).

Other volunteer organizations that she treasured included, Red Cross blood drive, Storybook Festival, Thanksgiving Point, BYU Education Week, American Legion Auxiliary Girls State, Meals on Wheels, American Cancer Society, and the MTC.

Her lifetime of community dedication was publicly honored when she was chosen as a torchbearer for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, representing the spirit of Utah’s volunteers.

Being a mother was the most important role of Connie’s life; her family was truly her everything. Above all, she was a devoted mother who loved and taught her children by example.

Her love for her posterity was visible to everyone who entered her home. She famously kept the photos of her 51 grandchildren displayed on her wall, and she took great care to personally record the names of each and every new great-grandchild as they joined the family. Her record-keeping was a reflection of her organized mind and her deep desire to ensure every member of her growing family felt known and cherished.

Connie is preceded in death by her husband, Richard B. Hodson; daughter, Maria; grandsons, Daniel Blackburn and Luke Hodson; and great-granddaughter, Andrea Baird.

Survived by her children, Richard (Dorothea) Hodson, MiLinda (Greg) Hudnall, Laurel (Steve) Coburn, Jodi (Harley) Blackburn, Hugh Hodson, Robert (Kristine) Hodson, James (Kimber) Hodson, Conna (Chris) Olsen, Daniel (Emily) Hodson, and Marie (Peter) Glahn.

Her legacy continues through over 100 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A viewing will be held on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 6:30-8:30 at 430 South 700 East, Orem, Utah. Funeral services will be held, Monday, April 27, 2026, at 11:00am at the same location.

All are welcome to view a live streaming of the funeral at www.walkersanderson.com where memories and condolences can also be shared. Those wishing to attend the grave dedication service following the funeral are welcome. Interment will be at the Orem City Cemetery, 1520 N 800 E, Orem, Utah.