Cary Hodnett Obituary
Cary Hodnett, M.D., of Chattanooga TN, entered eternal life on Saturday, March 12, 2022. His spirit is carried on by his devoted wife of 32 years, Susan Biggs Hodnett. Cary and Susan had exciting adventures together, tackled day-to-day challenges, achieved many accomplishments, and in Cary's own words, "I couldn't imagine anyone who would've been a better partner and friend along the way.". Cary was preceded in death by his parents Gains and Gertie Lee Hodnett, brothers Harold and Paul Hodnett, sister Wanda Carson, and twin sister Mary Alexander.
He is survived by his children Michael, David, and Caron Hodnett, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren; also by his son by marriage Matthew Lamb (wife Hollis) and his granddaughters Perri and Mattie who were the lights of his life.
Cary was born and raised in Alexander City, Alabama, where he attended Benjamin Russell High School. He attained a bachelor of science from Auburn University, a medical degree from the University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, and was awarded a fellowship at the University of Alabama Birmingham.
Cary joined the U.S. Navy and served as a Medical Officer on a nuclear cruiser, the USS Long Beach. This was a unique opportunity that allowed Cary to travel around the world, a passion which he maintained well into his retirement, having visited countries on all seven continents. Of all the amazing places he traveled, his favorite trips were to Tibet and Antarctica.
Following the Navy, Cary practiced family medicine, then found his life's work in interventional radiology, the first in his field in Chattanooga.
Cary spent most of his spare time on his beloved farm raising cattle, sheep, and quail – a responsibility that he took very seriously and for which he was honored by the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District as the 2021 Conservation Farmer of the Year.
Cary was a man of strong faith and a dedicated member of the Anglican Church of the Redeemer where a reception will be held Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 10:00 AM, followed by an 11:00 AM Service, and a 1:00 PM burial at National Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to Hamilton Funeral Home, 4506 Hixson Pike, Hixson (423) 531-3975.
