James E. Hodnett, 70, died at 7:01 PM, Sunday, February 23, 2020, from natural causes while surrounded by his children.

James was born February 6, 1950, in New York, NY and was a lifelong resident of West Chester, PA. He worked as a Regional Sales Manager for Wesco Aircraft, and was a loving father and devoted friend. He will be remembered for his amazing spirit and fun-loving personality.

He graduated from Upper Darby High School in 1968 where he was Captain of the Football team and a member of Student Council and the Wrestling team.

He graduated from Kent State University in 1972 and was a member of the SAE Fraternity.

He is survived by his children, Kristin Swarcheck and Tom Hodnett (Linda); twin sister, Frannie Dunlavy (Harry); five grandchildren, Taylor Hodnett, Kaitlyn Swarcheck, Laura Hodnett, Karleigh Swarcheck and Madisyn Swarcheck; a mother-in-law, Bettie Welch; two sisters in-laws, Donna Mackrides (Michael) and Sandi Williams; one niece, Kathie Hizey; seven nephews, Steve Dunlavy, Scott Mackrides, Marc Mackrides, Andrew Mackrides, Matthew Mackrides, Brett Williams and Kyle Williams.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol Welch Hodnett and his parents, James and Constance Hodnett.

Services will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, February 29, 2020 at the Calvary Lutheran Church, 730 S. New St., West Chester, PA 19382. A visitation will precede the services from 10-11 AM and is open to the public.