Barbara Teagarden Hodson

Barbara T. Hodson was born and raised in Davenport, Iowa. She was a member of the last graduating class of Davenport High School in 1960 and always made the trip back to the Quad-Cities for her wonderful class reunions.

Pursuing her studies in Liberal Arts and Library Science, she attended the University of Iowa, Marycrest College, St. Ambrose College, Scott Community College, Christopher Newport University and Thomas Nelson Community College. She loved being an older and non-traditional student.

Barb was associated with various school systems in the Quad-Cities and enjoyed the atmosphere of working in the educational community. Upon moving to Virginia in 1985, she worked at the Marshall-Wythe Law Library (College of William & Mary) and with Nationwide Insurance for 19 years in both Williamsburg and Newport News. Over the years she met some wonderful co-workers including Margaret, Marlene, Jim, Joye, Scott, Tucker and many more. After retiring from Nationwide she always stated that she had the best ever part-time job with Jacks-R-Better and two super bosses, the Jacks.

Over the years, she loved many special school chums: Betsy, Patty, Patti, Jane, Penne, Judy and Sharon. Friends from Iowa and Virginia always held high importance to her: Anne, Linda, Jim, and Dawn. She had the best neighbors ever: Tom, Mac & Sylvia, Jack & Bert, Chris, Randee & Jim. Her partners in crime and dinner companions always enjoyed getting together: Ruth, Marion, Martha and Billie. Barb had an easy laugh and a zest for life and close friends were extremely important to her.

Barb enjoyed being a pet-parent for many dogs including five marvelous rescued wire-haired fox terriers. Walking became a passion and she met many great buddies at the Quarterpath Rec Center Walking Club. Classical music played an important role in her life’s enjoyments plus reading, great food, quilting, gardening, history and the beauty of art.

Barb is survived by her daughter, Guinevere Teagarden Steele; sister, Betty Senser; brother, Bill Kniegge; and 7 nieces and nephews: Marty, Susan, Peter, Kari, Brian, Veronique and Monique and other family members.

Cremation rites have been accorded as was her request. Memorials can be made to the Williamsburg Regional Library – her favorite place to visit on a weekly basis and felt so fortunate to have such an outstanding resource in her community. She would love to be remembered the next time you see a beautiful quilt, hear a glorious piece of music, enjoy a marvelous meal or spend time with a good friend.

The family will receive friends, at a time to be determined, in Williamsburg, Virginia for a celebration of Barb's life. Online condolences may be shared at www.nelsenwilliamsburg.com.