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HODGINS: Vincent Oscar formerly of Denfield

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On April 4, 2018 @ 2:29 PM In Lucan,Obituary | 38 Comments

HODGINS: Vincent Oscar formerly of Denfield

At Parkwood Hospital, London Tuesday, April 3, 2018 formerly of Denfield in his 95th year. Devoted husband of the late Lillian (Hossack) Hodgins (1997). Dear father of J. Weldon and Gabriele Hodgins of London and Susan and Glenn Rollings of Lucan. Adored grandfather of Jeff and Diana Rollings and Laura and Corey Bilcke. Great-grandfather of Sara, Gavin, Chase and Claire. Dear brother of Gwen Grose of Lucan and Genevieve Worrall of Denfield and brother-in-law of Gloria Hodgins and friend Andy Van Geel of Lucan. Predeceased by his brothers Hamilton, Austin and Lawrence. Vince was a WWII Veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy and an avid harness racing enthusiast for decades and actively participated into his 90’s.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Friday from 4-8 PM where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 11 AM with The Rev. Matthew Martin officiating. Interment St. James Cemetery.  Donations to Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Lucan or charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. 


Condolences for the family of “HODGINS: Vincent Oscar formerly of Denfield”

Condolence from Joe Matika on April 4th, 2018 4:35 PM

So sorry to hear the news about Vince. Thoughts and prayers from Anita and Joe.

Condolence from Alton & Louise O’Neil on April 4th, 2018 4:35 PM

A great man with a positive attitude and always ready for an adventure. We are really going to miss him.

Condolence from Frank and Carol Hardy on April 4th, 2018 5:05 PM

We are so sorry to read of Vince’s passing. Our sympathy to all his loved ones. We always enjoyed our visits with him. Holy Trinity has lost a valued parishioner.

Condolence from Jim & Joan O’Neill on April 4th, 2018 5:33 PM

Glenn & Sue,
Our condolences on the loss of your father

Condolence from Gord & Sharlene Worrall on April 4th, 2018 5:34 PM

Our sincere sympathies to Weldon, Susan and families. We have so many fond memories of Uncle Vince. I can still remember him laughing out loud whenever he read the comics found in the Saturday edition of the London Free Press. Uncle Vince will be missed by many.

Condolence from Arnold and Margaret DeLong on April 4th, 2018 6:15 PM

Condolences to the family of Vincent. Always had a smile on his face and loved to dance.

Condolence from Steve Revington on April 4th, 2018 7:27 PM

My sympathies to the Hodgins family on the passing of Vince. A great person who I enjoyed seeing at the racetracks and Lucan functions. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Murray and Edith Yeo on April 4th, 2018 7:36 PM

Sue, Glen and Family

So sorry to read of your loss. Memories become even more precious as times such as this. Our hearts are with you.

Condolence from Tom Hearn on April 4th, 2018 8:26 PM

I’m sorry to hear this sad news. I enjoyed talking with Vince on a few occasions and he was always cheerful and friendly. My sincere condolences to the Hodgins family.

Condolence from Lorette and Bob Mawson on April 4th, 2018 9:40 PM

Glen and Sue and families Sorry to hear about Vince , he was a wonderful person always so cheerful to talk to . Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Condolence from William and Helen Delorme on April 4th, 2018 11:18 PM

Weldon and Gabriele Susan and Glenn and Family

It so sad that Vince said good bye to Hodgins family .
Our sincere condolence we have so many memories
Farming, Hores Racing and last year the passing of his horse.
His laugh his attitude and his adventure.
Thanks to Susan and Glenn supporting in horse racing
And personal health care.

Helen and William

Condolence from Harry and Elaine Hardy on April 5th, 2018 7:03 AM

Our sincere sympathy. Our thoughts are with your families. Our families go back a long way together. He was a good friend and always easy to talk to.
a great sense of humour and always shared a good clean joke. He will be sadly missed. Harry and Elaine Hardy, and the Hardy Family

Condolence from Peter and Julie Hodgins on April 5th, 2018 7:45 AM

Susan and Glen and families,
Very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Vince was a great man. Our kids have fond memories of visiting with Vince as they were at the school bus stop in front of his house. You are in our thoughts and prayers

Condolence from Jim & LInda Dietrich on April 5th, 2018 8:18 AM

Sue. Glenn & Family
So sorry for your loss our deepest sympathy.

Condolence from Sue Heffernan on April 5th, 2018 8:23 AM

My Sympathy to Vince’s Family, I got to know Vince this last few years while cutting his hair, we had many delightful chats. I”ll miss you Vince RIP

Condolence from Helen.and William Delorme on April 5th, 2018 8:51 AM

Sue and Glenn
So sorry to hear of Vince passing.He was a great person,who loved his Horses. Every time we met him we had lots of laughs.

Condolence from john brotzel on April 5th, 2018 10:16 AM

Must have been a wonderfull man,I’ve not met him But I know Weldon his son ..well & I thank him for having such a wonderful son .A great man to have such a great son . A son follows his Dad’s ways .more often than not .

Condolence from Bryan on April 5th, 2018 10:48 AM

Great Uncle Vince, I remember your smiles and love of horses. I remember your kindness….you’re in a better place now. You will be missed by many friends and family

Condolence from Blanche and Wayne Blancher on April 5th, 2018 2:14 PM

Sorry to hear of Uncle Vince’s passing… Sadness takes over at this time. Your dad has always had a SPECIAL place in my heart and influence on my life. Loved his witty sayings and strong believe in enjoying everyday to the fullest.
Our sympathy to all his family and loved ones.

Condolence from Gerald & Brenda Lenders on April 5th, 2018 2:21 PM

Weldon, Gabriele, Sue and Glenn and Families

During this time of grief, may your family find comfort in the happy memories of a life well lived.

Please accept our sincere condolences. Gerald & Brenda

Condolence from Nancy Filson Ingram on April 5th, 2018 4:57 PM

My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Susan. I remember your dad as such a kind and caring man.
His passion for horses and love of racing were profound.

Condolence from Bruce and Vicki Hambly on April 5th, 2018 4:59 PM

Weldon and Gabriele,

Wishing you many wonderful memories of your Dad. We’re so sorry for your loss.

Condolence from Mike McClintock on April 5th, 2018 5:53 PM

My condolences to Weldon, and Susan ,on the passing of your father. I did not see Vince often, but he was great to be around, loved to laugh, and be around people. He will hold a place in my heart.

Condolence from Carol Somerville on April 5th, 2018 6:29 PM

Susan and Glenn and family:
So sorry to read of your Dad’s passing. Sincere sympathy to all of you.
Back in the 60’s I rode to London daily with him to work. He sure had a lot of stories to tell and we all had many laughs. Good memores. I’m sure you also have many.

Condolence from Mary Jane Cleland on April 5th, 2018 10:48 PM

I met Vince in Delaware, Ohio, when he and his son came to stay at my Bed and Breakfast while the Little Brown Jug was on. After that day, Vince came again and again. He was a wonderful man. After I moved to Arizona, Vince and I kept in contact He told me how he and his wife had made plans many years ago on where they were going to go on vacations after he retired but his wife got ill and that never happened. We kept up-to-date on each other’s actions through cards and letters, telephone and email. He would send me a photo of his standing beside a tractor or a horse. I never forgot him on Christmas. The last time we talked, he was in London. He didn’t sound well, but I was hoping things could turn around for him. I sent him a letter and a package of photos of things all around Arizona and 2 pictures of The Delaware Manor Bed and Breakfast. I hope they had all gotten to him in time for him to see them. I will be making a donation to a standard bred rescue organization in his memory. He will be missed so-o much. Benjamin Franklin said, “A long life may not be good enough but a good life is long enough.” Bless his heart, he had them both!

Condolence from Lyn & George Blinkhorn on April 6th, 2018 8:12 AM

I never saw my Uncle Vince but that he had a big smile on his face! What a beautiful man he was — always happy! We are so very sorry for this sad loss. We know his wonderful presence will be greatly missed.

Condolence from Jim and Helen Hearn on April 6th, 2018 10:06 AM

Sue, Glenn and family,
Our sincere sympathy to you. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Jim and Helen

Condolence from Sharen & David Newman on April 6th, 2018 11:39 AM

Vince was a very special guy. He was always so supportive of Lucan and area if something was doing he was there with a smile. he will be missed

Condolence from Jeannine vanneste on April 6th, 2018 3:00 PM

Glenn, Sue and families, my condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather, thinking of you at this sad time

Condolence from Cy and Eleanor Blommaert on April 6th, 2018 7:26 PM

Sue and Glenn. So sorry to hear of your Dads passing . Our deepest sympathy to you and your family

Condolence from Colleen Bender on April 6th, 2018 8:43 PM

My condolenses to all the family..Uncle Vince loved his horses???? my hugs and prayers ..I am a neice of Vince ..the late Nick Hossacks daughter..

Condolence from Gord and Joanne Hardy on April 7th, 2018 7:47 AM

Sincere sympathy to the Hodgins family on your loss. Vince always had a smile and will certainly be missed.

Condolence from Larry & Lynda Lewis on April 7th, 2018 10:35 AM

Sue ,Glenn @ Family

Sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Our sincere sympathy.

Larry @ Lynda

Condolence from Sue Hodgins on April 7th, 2018 12:27 PM

So sorry to see the passing of Vince. A great community man that will be missed by all. Condolences to all the family.

Sue Hodgins and family
Ottawa, Ontario

Condolence from Clare & Brenda (Parsons) Martene on April 8th, 2018 1:59 PM

Dear Glenn, Sue & Family ….

It is with saddened hearts that we are sending our sincerest sympathies to you on the loss of your dear father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Vince. He was a kind and caring man with a huge heart who dearly loved his family, friends and racehorses. He will be forever missed by those who had the pleasure to have known him. May your cherished memories put a smile on your face and comfort you through these difficult days ahead. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Hugs and Prayers ….

Clare & Brenda Martene & Family

Condolence from The Lord Family on April 13th, 2018 9:40 AM

Dear Sue, Glenn and Family

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family!
Thinking of you during this sad time!
“A Father does not tell us how to live; he lived, and let us watch him do it.”
Hugs to you!
Your friends… Dick and Deb Lord and Family

Condolence from Murray Preszcator on August 27th, 2018 12:32 PM

Sorry to here Sue , and Glen , Every time I had with Vince with me , or in the barn … there was no more rounded and classy man …. he had sorry wise things to say .. Great horseman

Condolence from Mary Jane Cleland on May 11th, 2021 4:27 PM

As I stated I would, I have made a donation in Vince’s memory to The Standardbred Retirement Foundation in New Jersey. My health is going downhill, so maybe I’ll meet up with Vince sooner than I had planned and he can introduce me to his wife, who he missed so much.

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