Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. We had one of those railroad flats. I used to go see Ellen Greene at Reno Sweeneys all the time. The Cubans loved us. One of the first shows I auditioned for was a show that Ellen was the lead in called Rachael Lily Rosenbloom (And Dont You Ever Forget It) (1973). You went from Doctor Jazz to your second Broadway musical, a revival of Pal Joey (1976). It was like something from the movies. We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at . That kept the bills paid until you got that next Broadway show. Sign up for service and obituary updates. in speech because they didnt have what was called a degree in theater. They just rehearsed it in the Winter Garden Theatre and opened it there. David Hodo (born Richard Davis Hodo; July 7, 1947) is an American dancer/singer. It was loud and frightening, but exciting at the same time. There were always stage-door Johnnies sitting in the front row. I went to this audition. Service of memory will be Saturday at 11 A.M. at Westside Funeral Chapel Fairfield, Pastor Isra Creer will officiate, with interment in Highland Memorial Gardens. Village People perform on Soul Train. It was only later when Linda Ronstadt came along and kind of turned it into folk rock that I realized how much I loved this country western music. Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors, (615) 255-2371. Tell me about watching Dixie Carter work. We worked fine on stage, but there were major issues backstage. A Memorial Tree was planted for David. There was a problem getting your location. This was in a beautiful area in California called Aptos. All U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current results for David Hodo. I said, I feel like an ass. Sign up for service and obituary updates. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. HODO Charlie Blake Hodo, age 89, was called home to the Lord Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Grant Medical Center. Y.M.C.A. topped the UK Singles Chart and climbed to number two on the Billboard Hot 100 while In the Navy followed into the top five. The group has been putting out new music as recently as December 2019, when they dropped the group's first Christmas single, titled 'Happiest Time of the Year' which even made it to number 20 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary charts, making it the band . They wanted to see the ditzy blonde. I came to New York for the sequins and the tap numbers and the glitter. I love a show thats got hookers in it I saw Seesaw (1973) four times just to see the hookers. Dr. Edward Douglas "Doug" Hodo, Sr. passed away after a brief fight with cancer on October 10, 2016. I just really loved it and of course it was the 70s, so it was wild. Edgar Hodo, Levert Hodo, Junior Hodo, Stansel Hodo, Toba Hodo, and David Hodo; sisters, Bertie Mae Booth, Lora Turner, and Teresa Peoples. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Mr. Edward Terrel Hodo was born December 30, 1978 in Flint, Michigan, the son of James and Floice Hodo, Sr. Edward was baptized in 1979 at Vernon Chapel A.M.E. Church. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. He is survived by his son, Steven H. Hodo; grandchildren, Allison Hodo Vice and Kately Hodo. When Joan left to host The Tonight Show, Debbie Reynolds replaced her as our opening act. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. There was a lot of work. Burial arrangements under the direction of Highland Memorial Gardens. How did you find out about that audition? Lola Falana was the star of Doctor Jazz. They didnt take Doctor Jazz out on the road. There was this sign on the bar saying, Coming soon, rock and roll oldies series. Aerosmith was booked the week after us to play the same little club. She taught me all the latest dances. Everything had already been cast so I thought let me look over here (in non-Equity) and I see this ad, Macho Types Wanted. [1], Hodo was born in San Andreas, California, and was raised in Sacramento. But the glory days were a thing of the past. In 2002, he released a cover of "My Sweet Lord" (originally recorded by George Harrison). Continual harassment from Morali is something Lee now refers to as my greatest burden, the one I carried for years. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Sadie Branch Hodo. She said, [in Katharine Hepburns voice], Thats some athletic dance number! I just remember standing there. ). Hodo has also appeared on numerous television programs, including Married With Children, The Love Boat and The Osbournes. The audition was held in a sleazy studio that Id never been to. Yes, I remember you sharing with me that Lindas Heart Like a Wheel (1974) is one of your favorite albums. David is alive and kicking and is currently 75 years old. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. Marilu was a hoot! How Many People Do You Think I Am? Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. One of the places that I imagine I would have enjoyed back then is Reno Sweeneys . Visitation is today from 2-8 p.m. at the funeral home. I started college as an art major. Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors strives to help you and your family to achieve peace of mind which is an important part of the healing process. He had this incredible falsetto voice. Mar 14, 2023. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. DAVID HODO OBITUARY. I thought you might like to see a memorial for David Ray Hodo I found on Findagrave.com. It was this little picturesque place on the river, this old theater that brought many musicals into the city. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Select boxes below to reduce the number of results. I think I got it. The next week we recorded Macho Man (1978). Failed to delete flower. Search our local business directories for 303 N. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs California 92262. Photographed in the Mojave Desert, the Cruisin (1978) album cover depicted Willis (Cop), Rose (Native American), Briley (G.I. HomeAbout UsFuneral PlanningPre-PlanningResourcesObituaries & TributesRemembrance Suite. Jean Lawson, Wes Turner, Dwight Faldon, David Gustafson and Russell Kious. She was very classy. Alvin Alastair, aged 95, died on 22nd April 2023 at Queen's Hospital, Romford. Whats your first memory of the city? ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Pantaleon Garza, Jr, age 66, of Hondo, Texas passed away on March 13, 2023, in Hondo. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Yet recollections of a more raucous performance career seldom stray far from his mind. All rights reserved. David Hodo was born on July 7, 1947 and is 75 years old now. I got a call from Jacques that night. Roosevelt Brown officiating. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/121872796/david-ray-hodo. You never saw dog shit on the sidewalk. Performance & security by Cloudflare. But I was this miracle child at the piano. 0 cemeteries found in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA. Burial was in Hills of Calvary Memorial Park, Nashville. Its like she already knew what she was going to become. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to answer questions you may have and provide direction. Show your support. A system error has occurred. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. And then there was this huge club in Miami called Casablanca that we played every three months. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. A resident of Nashville, Davidson County,. I used to listen to the radio with my mother and of course with her it was Perry Como, Jimmie Rodgers, Rosemary Clooney, that stuff. Since I was a little boy, I wanted to be an architect, he says. I wasnt getting any unemployment checks so I came to the unemployment office. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. ERIC HODO OBITUARY. Send Flowers. I opened the door and the first thing I saw was a pile of dog shit. Cyma thought she could do it all herself. The black artists had to play behind a curtain so as to not offend the white patrons of the brothel. I learned the bop, the slop, the walk, whatever. From 1978 to 2013, Hodo secured his place in Pop Culture as the construction worker character in the group Village People. David D Hodo Jr. Millbrook, Alabama. She was funny and she sang beautifully. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Otherwise, she was very sedate. . They wanted a construction worker, a leather man, and a cowboy for this world famous disco act. Recently Passed Away Celebrities and Famous People. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Nashville, TN Now a Cathedral City resident, Lee shook his booty as a member of the Village People, whose hits included Macho Man, In the Navy, and the enduring gay anthem YMCA.. Rev. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. This browser does not support getting your location. . Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. She had dark hair, slicked back into a chignon. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Its a very friendly city. She knew she was going to be a star. Dr. Edward Douglas "Doug" Hodo, Sr. passed away after a brief fight with cancer on October 10, 2016. I loved her. Click to reveal A graveside service with military honors for Arnold will be held Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Memory Hill Gardens, 2200 Skyland Blvd East, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35405. Obituary of David R. Hodo. Shes a really nice person, and she treats everyone fairly. At that time, were you auditioning for musicals or more dramatic productions? When I graduated from University of California, Sacramento it was with a B.A. This American singer is famous for being a part of the Village People during the late '70s. If it had been with Eleanor and Edward, it would have been a decent show, but there were script changes every day. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. She, Paul Newman, and Bette Davis frequented the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Connecticut. The last year I performed with them, I remember driving out to the Jersey beach, in a freezing winter, to some little dive. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. It cost 35 cents. Writing for Rolling Stone Lester Bangs called the group the ultimate crossover act. One of disco's most enduring legends, The Village People, have been on the music scene for almost 40 years now. Their label had all the disco artists, including Cher and the Village People. They wanted me to look and sound exactly like David [Hodo] so the fans wouldnt notice the change. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. 104.131.131.99 He just recently died at 90. I picked up a stage magazine, either Show Business or Backstage, I cant remember which one. It was nighttime when we came in. But architecture was his first love. I wish he was alive to see how long this new version of Chicago has lasted. GREAT NEWS! To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of David Hodo, please visit our, 2500 Clarksville Hwy. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Years later, my best friend told me that Ellen was doing this Off-Broadway show Little Shop of Horrors (1982). A Chief Petty Officer of Millbrook, He was a native of Gordo, AL, 20 yr. I loved to sing but I thought I was going to be an artist. He came back and said, Im taking you to New York. Cherishing his memory are children, Tarakisha (Gus), Arthur, Jr. and Calderon and their mother, Sherry Scott Hodo; siblings, Ascenia Webb, Ricardo and Anthony Cammack, Bruce and Ronald Hodo. This friend of mine had gone to New York for the summer and rented an apartment. When the train came into the station, I didnt know if it was an earthquake or what! Casablanca went all-out to bolster the groups image. If there wasnt work in New York, there was always dinner theater and summer stock. I also saw Pippin (1972) four times. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. He is also one of the richest celebrities. She . Joan Rivers opened for us at The Riviera in Las Vegas for years. For all practical purposes, he was the Village People.. I didnt know it could even do that! Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. A Chorus Line came along and just blew everybody out of the water. But it took two years and another series of chance meetings before Lee finally got a contract, flew to New York for three weeks of rehearsal, and began touring as the construction worker. Did anyone in your family have musical talent? The action you just performed triggered the security solution. . Please share a memory of David to include in a keepsake book for family and friends. Katharine would sit way down in her seat. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. You can always change this later in your Account settings. I was into musicals. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Funeral Ceremony is 1:00 Saturday at Macedonia Baptist - Leeds. No services are scheduled at this time. : Talking Heads Speaking in Tongues at 40, Rick Rubins Minimalist/Maximalist The Creative Act, Evil Dead Rise Brings New Life to the Dead Series, I See a Rainbow: An Interview with Award-Winning Songwriter Brenda Russell, PopMatters Seeks Film Critics and Essayists, PopMatters Seeks Television Critics and Essayists. He came right over and said, Darling, would you like to be in the Village People? The man was Jacques Morali. I remember thinking, How did we get here from where we started?. My father was into country/western music, which I hated because he wouldnt let me listen to my rock and roll. The costumes were outrageous. She wore thick red lipstick that was very shiny. They said you need one more weeks employment. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. I remember going out alone onto the stage in total darkness. There were all these fights about who was going to get whom. Survived by family. Attired in a sleek, electric blue version of his Construction Worker outfit, David Hodo answers with coy understatement, I was just a gypsy looking for a good time.. It was a tragedy. Please share a memory of David to include in a keepsake book for family and friends. Ellen made such a splash in that movie. Japan's Ryuichi Sakamoto, composer of The Last Emperor film score, dies at 71. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. That was a career-maker and a career-killer. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, Michael "Micah" Joseph Clements, Jr., Andrew "Drew" Cole Clements, Luke Douglas Clements, John Gunter "Gunter" Clements, Hannah Leigh Hodo, Grace Ann Hodo, Edward Douglas "Douglas" Hodo, III, Hayden Ryan Hodo, Cole Bennett Hodo and Austin Gunter Hodo. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Boys and Girls Club in Van Buren, 1403 City Park Road, Van Buren 72956. . They had a piano player to play the song that I had to sing but then I had to do choreography. Likewise, he is survived by his children, Allison Hodo Clements of Floresville, Texas, Edward Douglas "Doug" Hodo, Jr. of Boerne and Patrick Gunter Hodo of Boerne, along with their respective spouses Mike Clements, Lori Martin Hodo and Jennifer Robertson Hodo. Village People is an American disco group known for its on-stage costumes and suggestive lyrics in their music. Before Village People, he belonged to a different group of people the chorus guys and gals of New Yorks theater community. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors, (615) 255-2371, We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors, Look inside to read what others have shared. In 1980, Mark had an open house at his new home. based on information from your browser. Neal Hodo and Rev. Its really kind of sad because shes a phenomenal talent. Robert Julian June 23, 2008 Arts & Entertainment 0 Comments, Mark Lee intended to become an architect after college, but he landed a gig in the early 80s as a construction worker who sang disco songs and drew legions of fans nationwide. Singer. . Share this memorial using social media sites or email. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Hodo paid his dues in dinner theater and summer stock until landing his first Broadway show, Doctor Jazz (1975). Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of David Hodo (121872796)? Cloudflare Ray ID: 7c0aaa660f4f1761 The group never got along. Search above to list available cemeteries. And that was for Village People. Then she did the movie. Then it closed and I had to audition for this non-Equity thing . Arnold Hanson Hodo, age 79, of Northport, Alabama passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023. Pal Joey was another show that could have been incredible. Its right between Santa Cruz and Carmel. Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. You have funeral questions, we have answers. Try again later. Visitation is from 10:00 am - Noon with services to follow at Magnolia South Funeral Home with Rev. Between 1977 and 1979, the group released five consecutive gold-selling albums of which three went platinum in the US. See more. Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA. Bennie D. Hodo, 62, died April 4, 2009, at Baptist Memorial HospitalGolden Triangle. Conceived by French producer Jacques Morali, Village People quickly evolved from a studio concept to a global phenomenon. Lees musical career began by accident. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Please call us directly at, Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree. We pulled up in a cab to our new apartment on W. 69th St. and Central Park West. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Village People perform on Soul Train. We were all thinking, What a wreck. There are no events scheduled. Theyd scream and run off stage. What was your social world like, in terms of congregating with other actors or other musicians? Apr 19, 1965 - Mar 28, 2014. Let others know about your loved one's death. She wore one high-topped red tennis shoe, one black one, and she worked with these two really effeminate male dancers. When I joined them, the group hadnt had a hit since YMCA, and they were still riding on that last wave of popularity, Lee says. There was nothing going on in Equity. I couldnt believe this little kid from Sacramento was out there performing on that level. Along the way, Lee got to know many of the acts that opened for the Village People. Essaying the pop culture that matters since 1999. Then Storyville was shut down and all the jazz people moved to Chicago. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Add a Memory . Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Sacramento is pristine. You arrived in New York during the early 70s. }A resident of Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, he died in December 2013 at the age of 67. We played three weeks at the Desert Sands and then left directly for the Philippines for a month, then to Hong Kong. Added 2 days ago. Sorry! [2] Hodo appeared as a chorus member in numerous musicals, including Salvation, a touring company of Funny Girl in 1972,[3] a Broadway revival of Pal Joey in 1976 and The Red BlueGrass Western Flyer Show at the Goodspeed Opera House in 1977. We went home and read them. He is most well known as a member of the group Village People, in which he was the construction worker character from 1978 to 1982 and from 1987 to 2013. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. All I could see was Jacques and Victor. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. She was a doll to work with. [6] He left the Village People in 1982, but returned to the group in 1987, remaining until 2013 when he retired. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Receive a notification when services are updated. She played that part so well that they didnt want to see anything else. There was an error deleting this problem. from Austin, Mississippi, United States. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. HODO, Mr. Eric - Age 37, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2010 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Its just this interviewer who comes on to interview Joey. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. She ends up going to France, which is exactly what Josephine Baker did, because she couldnt get arrested in Chicago. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. David Hodo Death Fact Check. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. David was born on July 7, 1947 in California. My mother had a beautiful singing voice. Tanya Tucker came to hang out with us before and after the show, then we all went out together and got really, really drunk.. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Lee performed one last time with the Village People in 1985 at the popular Los Angeles disco Studio One. She was a teenager. Lee spurned his advances. No short summary of Doug's life can begin to describe the impact that he has had in the world at large or his impact on the Christian Kingdom of God.Doug's career began in the US Army in 1954 with a deployment to Germany during the. And there I was a few years later, in this goofy outfit performing as one of them., But being a member of the group brought Lee into contact with a darker reality. Ways to honor Bennie Hodo's life and legacy. He said I was going to be a construction worker. He is most well known as a member of the group Village People, in which he was the construction worker character from 1978 to 1982 and from 1987 to 2013. I sort of blocked it out because it reeked of my fathers stinking cigars. Learn more about managing a memorial . You can still show your support by planting a tree in memory of David Hodo. Neither one of them were up to the task. I cant remember his name but he went on to do Irene. I grew up on Kitty Wells, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, all of them. Nearly overnight, Village People became one of Casablancas marquee acts, holding court alongside Kiss, Parliament, and Donna Summer. What is your earliest memory of music? He was born September 22, 1922, to the late Will Hodo and . You need a Find a Grave account to continue. I was working on a farm, re-weaving wicker furniture. What other musicals did you get to see? There is a problem with your email/password. We were around each other every moment of the day, constantly performing and touring; and thats enough to drive anyone crazy. The French laundry is still there. Mr. Hodo was born Nov. 27, 1946, in Reform, Ala., to the late Walter Lee Hodo Sr. and Elvania Bradley Hodo. These days his soothing baritone voice syncopates piano rhythms within the serene confines of restaurants such as Bing Crosbys or Spencers. I spent all my allowance on 45s. The audience would not let her leave the stage. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Sadie Branch Hodo. [1] Then we moved over to W. 70th Street. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. I can remember when my friend and I landed at LaGuardia. Try again later. Doctor Jazz was a wonderful concept. Mary Ann was a native of Atlanta and the daughter of Dr. Fredric R. Minnich and Katherine Calhoun Minnich. Once you find the obituary you are looking for, you can get important information about upcoming services, share a favorite photo or memory, and send flowers or gifts to the family. Searching for david hodo. IN THE CARE OF. You say hello to people when you pass them on the sidewalk. Gypsies, as we called ourselves. A native of Sacramento, Hodo moved to Manhattan in the early 70s, a time when musicals like Company, Follies, and Pippin dominated the Great White Way. It had Janie Sell who won a Tony for Over Here! 1935 - November 13, 2019 12/31/1935 11/13/2019. All four tracks off Village People (1977) garnered massive club play, topping the disco chart for seven weeks in between the Ritchie Familys African Queens and Chics Dance, Dance, Dance. Host Don Cornelius asks each member about what he did prior to joining the group. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. I was just bowled over. My roommates room was over the French laundry and my room was over the Chinese laundry. However, Hodo decided to retire his hard hat after recording the groups latest single Lets Go Back to the Dance Floor (2013). Its something I would have addressed had I not been so young and inexperienced. Also, he is an actor well-known for his acting roles in 'New York', 'Can't Stop The Music' and many others. Morali, who died of AIDS in 1991, quickly developed a sexual obsession with his newest protg. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. They just put a cassette on. Further honing his concept, Morali replaced the anonymous dancers with Hodo, Randy Jones, and Glenn Hughes, and unveiled a revamped Village People line-up on Macho Man (1978). They just had g-strings on. Years active. Onstage hes the macho man, offstage hes a cuddly pussycat, cooed Super Teen. I remember she had a pony tail. The Dignity Memorial online obituary search tool gives you access to obituaries from thousands of locations across North America. He was a military fighter pilot and an extreme born-again Christian. In 1984, Lee performed at the final White Party at Studio 54.