Michael Lee Hodge, age 71, of Portland, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine and Albert Hodge; brothers, Robert and Ronald Hodge and brother-in-law Jim Miller.

Surviving are his loving wife, Sherry Hodge; children, Brian (Emily) Morse and Michael (Amanda) Morse; grandchildren, Haley Morse, Mira Morse, Braxton Gonzalez, Harper Morse, and Nyssa Fortenberry; siblings: Gary (Barbara) Hodge, Irene Miller, William (Barbara) Hodge, Connie (Chuck) Carr, Linda (Douglas) Brown, and Jane (Keith) Pline; and beloved dog, Charlie (Chuck).

Mike was a lifelong fan of Michigan State basketball and football. He was an avid deer hunter and taught hunter’s safety for 20 years. He retired from Michigan Bell (AT&T) after 43 years of service.

The Funeral Service will be conducted by Deacon Randy Hodge at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026 at the Lehman Funeral Home, 210 E. Bridge Street, Portland. The family will receive friends from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneral homes.com.