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Ronald William Hodgins

August 17, 2017

With hearts filled with sorrow, we announce the passing of Ronald William Hodgins (lovingly nicknamed Chubs). Dear husband and best friend of Susanne (Susi) Healy Hodgins. Beloved father and cherished Papa “Digger” of Tim Hodgins, wife Julie and sons JT and Ethan; Brian Hodgins, wife Heather and sons Kyle and Nathan; Matthew Hodgins, wife Roxanne and sons Hunter and Wyatt. Survived by his brother Terry Hodgins, his wife Louise, nephew Thomas and grandnephew Travis, and Aunt Betty English. He will be deeply missed by numerous cousins, and members of the Healy, English, Lewis, Bolton, Coupland, Jones, Brown, Vermue families and many close friends. Visitation will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Thursday, August 24th from 2:00 – 4:00 and 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at WINDERMERE ON THE MOUNT CHAPEL, 1486 Richmond Street, London on Friday, August 25, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, those that feel called to make a donation are asked to consider Mission Services of London – ‘Streetscape’ or a charity of your choice.

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Dear Susi and the Hodgins Family, Kurt and I were heart broken to hear of Ron's passing. I have so many great memories of Ron: Christmas afternoons at your house in Byron playing Pong on the Atari, going to the races as a teenager, visits to the race track in the back of your old house, afternoon parties on the grass, and Sunday night dinners at Auntie Helen's and Uncle Murray's. Not to mention all the great stories of heard second hand about Ron and dad's adventures that usually included the English boys and Dennis. Every time I saw Ron, I was always welcomed with a giant smile and a warm hello. He never failed to ask about what I was I to, he was like that, always interested in everyone's lives. I was very disappointed to not be able to make it to the service. I imagine there were a lot of great stories to be told on his behalf. I would have loved to have heard them. He had so much love for you Susi and his family. That was one of the things that made him such a wonderful person. We will miss him. Sending you love form San Francisco, Shel and Kurt

~ Shelley Lewis and Kurt Mills

Big Hugs to you Susi and your family. We still miss those friendly conversations after hockey at the arena. ❤️

~ Tom, Katie and Griffin Page

Dear Susi, Tim, Brian, Matty and extended families: Sincere condolences to you and your families at this sad time. As alluded to by many in prior condolences, I have nothing but fond memories of spending time with the Hodgins family whether at RMC, Port Franks or hockey rinks throughout the London area. Your dad was/is the best. No finer a tribute to Chubs is the great family he and Susi raised, that will carry on his legacy and values. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

~ Dan Brown and Family

Goodbye Chub, one the true good guys that we knew. He will be greatly missed.

~ Brian and Sharon Haskett

Dear Susi, Tim Brian and Matt, We are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Thinking of you all during this sad time.

~ Heather (McQueen) & Wayne Greig & Family

Susi and family, We are so sorry for your loss. It was a real pleasure knowing Chubs.

~ Karen and Rick Gorman

Our thoughts an prayers to you and your family......

~ james gallant

Dear Susi, Tim, Brian, Matt and families, We are so very sorry to hear of Uncle Ron's passing. We send our deepest condolences. With our love... Tracey, Terry, Sabrina and Isabella.

~ Tracey (Coupland) DeBonis

Dear Hodgins Family, The MacGregor Clan is very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Take Care, Be Strong, Stay Family!

~ Matt MacGregor and Family

Dear Susi and Family Words cannot even begin express how sorry we were to hear about Ron. Sending you hugs and prayers during this very difficult time.

~ Manuel and Maria De Sousa

Susi and family, sincere condolences to all. We will all miss that great big smile!!

~ Marta and Len smith

Dear Susi and family. We are so very saddened to hear of Ron's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love and treasured memories your way.

~ Uncle Bob and Maeve Johnston

Dear Susi and the Hodgins Family, Kurt and I were heart broken to hear of Ron's passing. I have so many great memories of Ron: Christmas afternoons at your house in Byron playing Pong on the Atari, going to the races as a teenager, visits to the race track in the back of your old house, afternoon parties on the grass, and Sunday night dinners at Auntie Helen's and Uncle Murray's. Not to mention all the great stories I heard second hand about Ron and dad's adventures which usually included the English boys and Dennis. Every time I saw Ron, I was welcomed with a giant smile and a warm hug. He never failed to ask about what I was I to. He was like that, always interested in everyone's lives. I was very disappointed to not be able to be at Ron's service. I imagine there were many wonderful stories told on his behalf. I would have loved to have heard them. He had so much love for you Susi and his family. That was one of the things that made him such a wonderful person. We will miss him. Sending you love from San Francisco, Shel and Kurt

~ Shelley Lewis and Kurt Mills

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~ Marilyn and Keith Higgins

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~ Don & Karen Thody

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~ Carol and Vic Nichols

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~ Christine Ramsey

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~ Ryan and Jennifer Trevor

(Donated to London Regional Cancer Program)

~ Donna and Gary Smith

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~ Jayne Borschke

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~ Wayne & Wendy norton

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~ Marianne Taylor

We are all sorry to hear of Chubs passing and send our condolences to all the family. Chubs was always so Proud to tell me of how the boys were doing. Chubs and his stories will be missed.

~ Andy & Barb Stevens and Family

So very sorry to read of your loss Susi. Our heartfelt condolences are with you and your family! God bless. Don & Joan Dawson

~ Joan Dawson

Susi, Brian & Heather and all your families..We are deeply sorry for your loss. But we are honoured to have known such a great man.

~ Ray Hutchinson & Cathy Corby

We are saddened to hear about your loss. Our condolences to the family. Such a painful loss.

~ Trevor Family

Susi, we are so sorry to here about dear, sweet Ron. Chubs. What a wonderful guy. We were so fortunate to know him. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Loving thoughts, Nancy and Roger More.

~ Nancy More

My love and prayers go out to Susie and your Whole family...a fine man will be missed by all...love ya Chubbs..

~ James Glynn

We are going to miss watching him behind the glass watching his boys play hockey. His smile, kindness will be missed but not forgotten. Sending lots of love to Susi, Timr, Julie, Ethan & JT as well as the rest of your family during this difficult time.

~ Dennis & Barb Dean

I am so sorry to learn of Chubs passing. Always with a bit of mischief in his heart I am sure that he is a welcomed addition home by all those that passed before him.

~ John Coupland

Words can not express how sorry we were to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and in our players.

~ Tina Driesman

Dear Susy, we are really saddened by your loss. I never had a chance to get to know him, but I met him couple of times and he always had a big smile for everyone. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Take care Susy.

~ Geetha Swaminath

Susie, Just to let you know that I'm thinking of you and sending my love❤️

~ Linda MacDonald

So sorry for your loss Susi.. Thoughts and prayers are with you .

~ jamie Medeiros

So sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Uncle Chubs as we lovingle called him was always so much fun. He will be missed.

~ Fran & Doug Lambert

I knew Ron in High School & although I haven't had contact with him for decades I will always remember him as one of the kindest people I have ever met. My siscere condolences to the Hodgins family on this sad loss.

~ Wendy Kaelin

Sending our condolences to you all. Lots of love, hugs and prayers.

~ Christina and Rob Philp

Susi and family, so sorry to hear of Chubs passing. I can picture him and Joe sitting in that big arena in the sky discussing hockey and enjoying a drink together.

~ Kathy Brooks

Susi...Ron and I were shocked to hear of Chub's passing. Ron and I will be out of town this week and will not be able to attend Chub's visitation or his Funeral Mass but please know that you and your familly will be in our thoughts and prayers.

~ Ron and Betty Davey

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Our deepest Sympathy. God Bless.

~ Marilyn and Keith Higgins

We're so very sorry Hodgins.🦋

~ Derbyshire's

Sincere condolences to the Hodgins family from the Gdak' s. I have many fond memories over the years from London, to Strathroy and Port Franks to name a few. Chubs will be missed by many. Rest in Peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

~ Mark Gdak & Family

Our thoughts & prayers are with you sorry for your loss .

~ Noah & Janie Mann

Love and prayers to you at this sad time. Love, Lynda Schier

~ Lynda schier

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