Atlanta, GA: SEC Gardens Owner Shelly Hoddeson Dies; Youth Sports Community Shares Tributes
Shelly Hoddeson Remembered: The Atlanta community is mourning the sudden passing of Shelly Hoddeson, an entrepreneur and local community member known for her work in landscaping and horticulture.
Shelly was the owner and founder of SEC Gardens and also worked as a property care manager with Plants Creative Landscapes. Those who knew her have remembered her as creative, hardworking, and deeply committed to nurturing beautiful spaces, with many saying she brought that same care and positivity into her relationships.
Raised in Atlanta, Shelly attended the Marist School and later studied psychology at the University of Georgia. Friends say her understanding nature and people helped shape the way she connected with clients and colleagues, and contributed to the professional reputation she built over the years.
People close to Shelly describe her as warm, humorous, and genuine, with a bright presence that made others feel comfortable and valued. Many tributes have focused on her ability to uplift those around her, even during difficult moments, and on the close friendships she maintained through trust and loyalty.
Service information has been shared for those who wish to pay their respects. Funeral services are scheduled for December 9, 2025, at St. Brigid Catholic Church in Johns Creek. A Rosary is planned for 10:00 a.m. in the chapel, followed by a Catholic Mass at 11:00 a.m. and a reception. Attendees have been told that all are welcome to attend.
For out-of-town visitors, nearby lodging options that have been mentioned include Hyatt Place North Point Mall, Aloft Alpharetta, and Embassy Suites Alpharetta.
As loved ones grieve, many say Shelly’s memory will continue through the people she supported, the community she helped build, and the lasting impact of her kindness and service.
