The House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island has passed a resolution expressing condolences on the passing of the Honorable Thomas E. Hodge. Mr. Hodge, a lifelong resident of Pawtucket, served on the Pawtucket City Council for twenty-nine years and was elected as a State Representative in 1990. He was the owner of Tom Tux, a local business, and held various leadership roles in community organizations, including the Pawtucket Arts Council and the ARC of Blackstone Valley. Mr. Hodge received several awards for his contributions, including the Veteran's of Foreign Wars Legislative Award and St. Raphael Academy Volunteer of the Year.

The resolution highlights Mr. Hodge's family, including his wife Jeanne, children, and grandchildren, and acknowledges his commitment to the community and his proud Irish heritage, exemplified by his role as Grand Marshall of the Pawtucket Saint Patrick's Day Parade. The House extends its sympathy to Mr. Hodge's family and directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to them.