Kenneth "Ken" Nelson Hodge

ROCHESTER - Kenneth "Ken" Nelson Hodge, 84, died Thursday, April 21, 2011 at Golden Living Center East in Rochester, Minnesota. Ken was born in Rochester, Minnesota on March 10, 1927 to George and Laura (Scherger) Hodge. He married Mary Lou McFarland on October 20, 1948. He graduated from Rochester High School and attended Rochester Community College for two years. He served in the U.S. Army. Ken worked as a Industrial Engineer with I.B.M. for 30 years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Ken is survived by his wife, Mary Lou; son, Gary (Annette) Hodge of Mantorville, MN; daughter, Kelly (Hal) Hamer of Rochester, MN; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, and three sons.Private family services will be held at a later date.Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester, MN.(507) 289-3600 www.ranfranzandvinefh.com