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JOHN S. HODGE
Born: Mar 23, 1932
Date of Passing: Mar 16, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN S. HODGE It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of John Strong Hodge, peacefully, in the wee hours of Sunday, March 16, 2014 at St. Boniface Hospital. John is survived by Isabel, his devoted wife of 56 years, his sons John (Lenore), James (Elsa), Jeffrey (Julie); his older sister Sadie as well as grandchildren Brian and Kevin. John was born on March 23, 1932 in Clydebank Scotland, growing up in the nearby town of Greenock. The youngest of six children, he left school at 14 to help support the family as a bicycle delivery boy for the Royal Mail. At one of the local dance halls, he met the love of his life, Isabel. After a visit with relatives in Winnipeg, John decided to stay. A year later, Isabel joined him and they were married at St. Mary's Cathedral in 1957. Family camping trips to Grand Beach, Birds Hill and Detroit Lakes were always fun. A trip to Scotland in 1977 was a family highlight. Saturday afternoons had John listening to the Metropolitan Opera broadcast while enjoying a scotch. One of his fondest memories was meeting Luciano Pavarotti back stage. After his retirement from Canada Safeway, John and Isabel enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas, Florida and Vancouver Island. They also enjoyed many monthly bus trips to the casinos in the states and playing bingo at the Southdale Community Club. John lived his Catholic faith to the best of his ability; loving and providing for his wife and children. He was a true gentleman, earning the respect and admiration of all those whose lives he touched. Every time we have a wee dram or hear Nessum Dorma, we will think lovingly of you. The family thanks the staff of the Cardiac Ward (5A) at St. Boniface for their compassionate care. A mass of resurrection will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 21 at Our Lady of Victory Church, 249 Arnold Ave. Entombment will be at the Living Waters Columbarium at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in John's name to the Heart and Stroke foundation or to Manitoba Opera.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 20, 2014
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Isabel & Family, my sincere condolences on John's passing... Although we have never met in person, I have thought of you as friends for all the years we have emailed each other with our joys and sorrows, will miss those cheery emails...take care of yourself Isabel, will think of you often.. RIP John... - Posted by: ROSE DEVENAY HOUSEL (FRIEND) on: Mar 22, 2014
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Jim we offer our deepest condolences to you and your family during these difficult times. - Posted by: Gerry (co-worker) and Susan Messner () on: Mar 20, 2014
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Just wanted to add my condolences to the family. We had a lot of good times with John & Isabel after they were married from the Strong family house on Lansdowne Avenue. - Posted by: Leona Strong (ex cousin-in-law) on: Mar 20, 2014
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John, Lenore and all. Cherish your many memories of a long life lived. Please take care now and in the days ahead. So sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Lynn (Brogden) Checkley (GWLer) on: Mar 20, 2014
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Our prayers are with his family, He is now in peace. Thanks be to God! Keep him safe until the resurrection. AMEN - Posted by: Mr George and Mrs. Janice Fotheringham (family friend ) on: Mar 20, 2014
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So sorry for your loss, Jim. - Posted by: Bev Burns (Jim's Co-worker) on: Mar 20, 2014
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Dearest Isabel, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. John held a special place in all of our hearts. How we enjoyed our day trips to the states. He will be missed by all those who met him. Our heartfelt wishes to you Isabel...Love Joyce, Trevor and Kevin Webinger - Posted by: Joyce Webinger (Friend) on: Mar 20, 2014