HODKINSON: Unexpectedly, at his residence, on Monday, January 18, 2021, Richard “Rick” Herbert Hodkinson of Grand Cove Estates, Grand Bend, formerly of London, age 84. Beloved husband of Rita Maureen (Clark) Hodkinson. Loved father of Lisa Hodkinson and her husband Keith McMeekin of Gold Creek, B.C., Tim Hodkinson of St. George, N.B. Remembered by his daughter-in-law Susan Fordham-Hodkinson of New Brunswick. Cherished grandpa of Nathaniel and Christina Crook-Hodkinson and great-grandpa of Max Crook-Hodkinson. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Lois and Waine Murray of Bracebridge, Donna Hodkinson of London, Estina Miller of New Brunswick and Earl Miller of London. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents T. H. Bert and Dorothy M. (Styles) Hodkinson, brothers Thomas Hodkinson, Bob Hodkinson, brothers-in-law Raymond Clark and Harry Young. Rick was a Supervisor of Commissioners with the Provincial Offences Department and an active member for many years with the Kinsmen Club of London, the Grand Bend Probus and Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, Grand Bend. At Rick’s request, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, time and location to be announced. Rita would like to express her sincere appreciation and thanks to the Lambton EMS (Grand Bend) and the OPP for their care and compassion shown to us last night and to the neighbours in Grand Cove for your comfort, kindness and friendship. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to the Huron County Foodbank or the London Foodbank would be appreciated by the family. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 10:30 a.m., to join the family for the Mass please click this link CLICK HERE
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Noel Foley
Rita and family, I am so sad to hear of Rick’s passing. He was a great gentleman and I always enjoyed his friendship and our interactions during our years in Kinsmen. I’m thinking about you at this difficult time and are sending my most sincere condolences to both of you and your families. It is never easy losing someone you love; but treasure the precious memories shared with Rick and may they bring you comfort. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers with much love. God bless.
Bev Connelly
Sincere condolences, Rita and family on the loss of your husband and father and Lois on the loss of your brother. This comes from long ago next door neighbors in the late 50’s and early 60’s of the whole Hodkinson family at Schade View, the McNeill clan. I talked to my brother Ted tonight and he remembered the classy convertible that Rick had in 1959.We also remembered the daily trips to the beach when Dot and our mother Marj would gather up kids and off we would go. Rick and Bob were too old to be part of this but were always around and “big brotherly.” Great memories of days gone by! Cherish your memories and hold them in your heart, lean on friends and family for support and comfort. Sincerely Bev Connelly, Ted McNeill, Kathy Jeffery, and Don McNeill.
Janet Lebold
To Rita and family. We are saddened to hear the news of Rick’s passing. Please except our sincere sympathy . You will be in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead. …Jack and Janet Lebold
Gordon Mackay
When my wife and I lived in Grand Cove a few years back I would
quite often see Rick at our local “post office” and also at Probus meetings.
Always had a smile and I enjoyed chatting with him.
My condolences to the family.
Gordon Mackay
Janet and Michael Kurasz
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Rick and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janet and Michael
Randy Warden
Rita and family, I am saddened to learn of Rick’s passing. In my years working with Rick at the Commissionaires, he earned my respect and friendship. I will miss him. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Randy Warden
Chip Styles
Rita and family…so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to you all. We should get together after Covid is over. Would love to see you and Lois. Chip