Robert Leon “Bob” Hodes
HODES: Robert Leon “Bob” Hodes, 73, of Pittsburgh, died on July 2, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvia and Morton Hodes. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Denise Z. Hodes; his children, Hilary Hodes (Mike Kalafatis) and Matthew Hodes (Carly); his grandchildren, Reese, Lucy and Jordan; and his sister, Donna Appleton (John). Bob was born in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, and attended Scranton Prep High School, University of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania College of Optometry. Bob was the founder of Eye Care Center West, Robinson Township, where he practiced for over 40 years as an optometrist. He was a proud Rotarian of the Crafton-Ingram Rotary, and an active member of Beth El Congregation of the South Hills. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 5, 2024, at Chesed Memorial Park at Richmond Beth-El Cemetery at Forest Lawn, 4000 Pilots Lane, Richmond, VA, 23222. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorial contributions to be made in Bob’s memory to Beth El Congregation of the South Hills, Pittsburgh, PA, or to The Rotary Foundation. PJC
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