Esther R. Hodson Ionia Age 95, passed away on Monday, June 25, 2007. She was born on November 13, 1911 in Ionia County the daughter of Robert and Mabel (Clark) Pierson. Esther attended St. John's Lutheran Church for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Arthur and son, Byron. She is survived by her son, Rean (Beverly) Hodson; daughter, Gayla (Craig) Noe; 9 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at Orleans Twp. Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.schraubenlehman.com.