Frederick M. Dodson

09/23/1952 - 01/13/2024

Obituary For Frederick M. Dodson

Frederick Maurice Dodson, better known as Freddie, was born on September 23, 1952, in Martinsville, Virginia. He moved to the Fieldale (Rock Run) area with his parents, the late Norman Dodson, and the late Elsie Frances Fuller Dodson in his younger years. He attended Henry County Public Schools and graduated from George Washington Carver High School in the Class of 1970.

He was a United States Veteran and had served in the United States Army. Freddie was very artistic and loved to sketch, draw, and paint.

He was also predeceased by his son, the late Tonche Hodge, brother, the late Norman Wendell Dodson Jr., and sister, the late Angela Michelle Dodson.

Those left to cherish his memory include: a sister, Susan Lewis of Copperas Cove, Texas; three granddaughters, Marshay, Sharice, and Zoey Hodge of North Carolina; and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A funeral service for Frederick M. Dodson will be held Monday, January 22, 2024, at 10 a.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, Martinsville, VA. The burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. A public viewing will be held Sunday, January 21, 2024, at Hairston Funeral Home from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m.

Courteous, efficient, and dependable services provided by Hairston Funeral Home.



Guest Book

wow Fred its hard to believe that ur gone you was a great person u known me since I was 18 been a neighbor to u for years u seen my first kid and seen my other 3 you was full of life and laughter u would have me laughing all the time when I would check on u a lot I miss those times u always welcomed me at ur house anytime and we always had a great time and talk and sometimes listen to the radio but Fred u will truly be missed forever and always r.i.p Fred

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Our sincere condolences to the Dodson family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Louis & Deborah Taylor

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I am so sorry that I am under the weather and can't attend Freddie's celebration of life. I have nothing but fond memories of Freddie when we would go over to granny's on Sundays or when we would visit aunt Peg. His prowess as an artist is well known and is a skill/talent that several family members possess, including aunt Peg. But I cherish the fact that I was able to get his phone number from Aunt Edna and call him last year. He was so surprised and so appreciative. Rest well cuz!

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My condolences to the family

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I was very saddened when I heard that Freddie had passed.He was a very kind and likeable person. I do have very fond memories of growing up and playing with Freddie and all my other cousins on Holt St. He will be sorely missed.RIP cousin. Love ya. ❤️ Carolyn

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What I remember best about Freddy was his fun and kind spirit. He was a very gifted artist and we connected, because both of us liked to paint and draw.His wonderful spirit will be with us forever.Cousin Dumpsey

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To my dear cousin, Penny and family, My cousin Freddie was a unique and gifted human being and he had so much to offer to his family and his community. May all of your sweet memories of him forever remain in your hearts forever. We pray that GOD will give you the strength carry on. Peace and Blessings forever. Cousin Jent

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I graduated with Freddie . Was so sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers go out to his family and friends. May he rest in peace. Vera Hodge Hassell

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I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Freddy, may God continue to be with the Dodson Family. Gracie Agnew Tidline

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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