Biography: Isabelle Hodges, 96, of Little Rock passed away peacefully Sunday, September 7, 2008 at Chenal Rehabilitation and Healthcare. She was born May 12, 1912 in Antigo, Wisconsin, to Effie Maud Herrick and Frank James Herrick. In 1944 Isabelle married her first husband, S/Sgt. Loren E. Byam, who later died while serving in the Africa campaign during World War II. She worked as a librarian until 1950. She later remarried Mr. Roland Frank Hodges, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her step-daughters, Carolyn Bullock of Memphis, TN, Marilynn Holmes, of Los Angeles,CA, and Catherine Hamilton Hepinstall of Little Rock, AR. She is also survived by her step-grandchildren, Cyrille Bullock, Barbara Pyles, Bill Bullock ( Teresa ), Hynndie Wali, Jody Wali (Cindy), David Hamilton, Robert Hamilton (Brenda) ;seven step-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Brian Herrick ( Janet ) of Rhinelander, WI, George Herrick ( Jimmie ) of Upland, CA , and Judy Sodemann of Dousman, WI. Isabelle brought joy into the lives of many people. She had many greatly loved nieces and nephews who returned her love and attention. A private service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com