Peacefully at South Huron Hospital, Exeter with her children at her side, on Sunday, December 5, 2010, of Crediton in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Hodgins (September 16, 2010) of 60 years. Dear mother of Glenn and Grace Hodgins of Crediton, Mary Hodgins of Ailsa Craig, June and Gerry Glavin of Centralia and Mona and Dwayne Ritchie of Parkhill. Dear grandmother of 16 and great-grandmother of 17. Dear sister of Marian and Walter MacDougald of Stratford, Fern and Bill Dougall of Exeter and Tom and Nancy Sawyer of Freelton. Dear sister-in-law of Norma Parsons of Exeter. Predeceased by an infant daughter Lenore, her parents Otis and Gladys (Selves) Sawyer, sister-in-law Eileen and her husband Ron Peterson and a brother-in-law Doug Parsons.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, one west of Main, Exeter on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9PM where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 8th, at 11 AM with Rev. Greg Little officiating. Interment St. Mary’s Anglican Cemetery, Brinsley.
Donations to Ailsa Craig and District Museum, South Huron Hospital or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Ray&Alice Cann
Dear Glen,Grace& Hodgins Family,
We send our sympathy to you. We were lucky enough to have seen your mother when we were in Exeter in June. I have spent a lot of good times playing music with your mother. She will be missed by many.
Ray&Alice.
Aileen and Harold Burgin
How sad to open our email messages after returning from Cuba this morning at 5:30 am to learn that cousin Lois had passed away on Sunday. We think of the family news and memories we shared with her at Harvey’s funeral such a short time ago and give thanks that we were able to have, at least, that chance to be with her.
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to all of Lois’s family and pray that you will find consolation that her suffering was not long and arduous.
Gerald & Norma O'Leary
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother, grandmother, great grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The O’Leary Family.
Eileen Scott
Mona,Dwayne,Mary and families,
Our sincere sympathy to all of you in the loss of your Mom.
She was one great and talented lady,she contributed a lot
in her music,and with her museum.She will be greatly missed.
Eric and Eileen Scott
Nina Knee and Family
To the Hodgins Family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of a very caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nina and Family
Dave & Leona Morrissey
Our sincere condolences to your family on the loss of your mother. Lois was a friendly & gifted lady who will be missed so much by you the family & everyone. May peace be with you all.
Larry and Sandra Hern
Dear Glenn and Grace and all the Hodgins Family,
We were so sorry to be unable to extend our sympathy to you in person, at the visitation.Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers with the passing of your Mom.
It is certainly the end of an era losing two vibrant and talented parents in one year. I know that Mom and Dad, Stewart and Lil McLellan, would want to be remembered to you as well and extend their sympathy.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To all the Hodgins family.
It’s terrible to have lost your Mother so soon after your Father. Both Cathy and I wish to offer our condolences at this time.
Your parents were amazing people and you will have many memories to comfort you.
Arnold and Margaret DeLong
Condolances to Glenn and Grace; Sorry we could not make it to the wake as the weather would not co operate. Saddness in your loss of such a wonderful person and a talented lady. We will miss her so for her music and dancing instructions.
Arnold and Margaret DeLong
Lynn Wilcox
So sorry to hear to the loss of your Mom. Please accept my sincere sympathies. Lois was truly an inspiration.
She shared her gift of music to lift the spirit of those she entertained. Their museum held a wealth of local history she preserves and shared. She lived her life dedicated to family and community and she will be greatly missed.
God Bless, Lynn Wilcox
Chateau Gardens
Dear Mary,
You are in our thoughts and prayers and we sorrow with you in the loss of you Mom.
The Residents and Staff of Chateau Gardens
George & Verna Burgin
We were very sorry to hear of your loss this week, and sorry that the weather prohibits our attending Lois’s funeral. She was a lovely woman and will be sorely missed by many. There will be an empty space in many groups and places.
Cathy Pickering
I extend thoughts of sympathy to the family of Lois Hodgins. Her loss will be greatly felt not only now, during the Christmas season, but through the years as well. I remember having a wonderful visit with Lois at Corbett Fun Days this summer. We talked about; you siblings taking music lessons from my Mom, Florence Hodgins; Lois’s participation in the Blyth Antique Threshing event; her experiences playing in bands and of course; the health of your father, Harvey, and the happy memories they had created together – among many other subjects. Lois’s outlook on life was always so positive. I am very thankful now that we met that day in Corbett to relive our memories. Please remember all the good times the family had together, especially during this difficult ‘first year’, and throughtout the future.
With sympathy and caring,
Cathy Pickering
Tom and Joanne Melady
Our Condolensces to Lois’ family.
What a wonderful lady! I met her but 9 years ago through “Tuesday Tunes” music in Seaforth. Many people know her from her many interests in life. She is known musically all over this area of Ontario. She encouraged many beginning performers to get up to the mike. “Don’t worry if you make a mistake, that’s what life is for”. Another one of Lois’ direct viewpoints of life.
She was not afraid to address the circle of life, with death being part of it. She said that she had to teach others. “I won’t always be here” And so the natural teacher went about showing others how to do the “Seven Step” or the “Waltz Quadrille” or how you stitch that seam on a quilt. And her contribution to the historical preservation of rural life. As Harvey said ” That’s our cigarette money invested wisely”.
To the family, rejoice in having Lois as a mother , grandmother or great-grandmother. I’m sure Lois would feel like my mother said many times “When I die, have a good cry and then get on with living life. Don’t mourn for me. That’s not what I want”. Have a good cry and then smile at the wonderful memories that Lois has left you and her many friends from far and wide. When I think of her, I will be smiling. As the song that I start every Tuesday Tunes with, says “Have I told you lately that I love you, Well darling I’m telling you now”. Let us love as Lois Hodgins loved.
Fond memories from Tom Melady
Jim and Sharon Allen
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family on their great loss. She will be greatly missed but also greatly remembered for all her accomplishments and kindness she showed to others and her enjoyment in living life to the fullest.
Mother Nature is not co-operating with us today so although we are not there with you at this time, our thoughts and prayers are yours.
God Bless you all.
Sharon & Jim
Tom and Joanne Melady
Our Condolensces to Lois’ family.
What a wonderful lady! I met her but 9 years ago through “Tuesday Tunes” music in Seaforth. Many people know her from her many interests in life. She is known musically all over this area of Ontario. She encouraged many beginning performers to get up to the mike. “Don’t worry if you make a mistake, that’s what life is for”. Another one of Lois’ direct viewpoints of life.
Everett and Wendy Mellin
Our deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of your mom and grandmother.Take care.
Jean Bennett
My sincerest condolences to all of you on your loss. To lose Lois and Harvey so close together is heartbreaking and i will forever miss both of them. I got to know them over the years and they will be missed at the Threshers in Blyth, all the antique shows and the nursing homes etc that Lois played at. The museum is a treasure and I loved her quilts and her costumes. She was an amazing lady and I am so sorry I will not be able to attend her celebration tomorrow. Thinking of all of you at this time.
Jim and Cathy Peterson
We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Aunt Lois will be missed by so many. I am overseas and will be unable to make it to the service, but will be thinking of you all at this time. Jim, Cathy, Carly and Troy
Darlene Lucas walton
To all the Hodgins family……..thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Take comfort that your parents are together again and find God’s peace in all your wonderful memories. I remember fondly summers spent on the farm and the bountiful meals your mom served to all the farm hands, and she taught Dolores and I to embroider. Having lost our dad this year I feel your heavy hearts. Mom sends her sympathy to each of you as well. Darlene and Dolores and Beryl Lucas
Phil & Marian Maguire
Hodgins family
Please accept our sincere sympathy in your time of sorrow. Due to the weather we are not able to be with you . Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Phil & Marian Maguire
Paul & Rose Hodgins
My sincere condolences to the family. Your family has been through a very challenging time this year and my heart goes out to all of you.
Rudy and Sherri Van Hooydonk
We would like to express our deepest sympathy at this difficult time.
Our support and friendship is yours when you need it.
Rudy,Sherri Van Hooydonk
Carolyn and Gerald Johns
My condolences to the family.
Thinking of Lois brings back many happy memories, looking for just the right Halloween costume, School Play outfit or an outfit for our churches first Bethleham walk. When picking up or dropping off the clothes, Lois was always so proud to show off her extensive museum of household objects. You always learned something. I also remember the fun night when she call the squaredances at our church’s fun night. A lot of laughs.
Thank you Lois for the many ways you shared your talents with everyone. You will be missed.
Judy, Randy and Richard
Aunt Mary, our sincere sympathies to you and all the family. We wanted you to know we are thinking of you, and of the many fond memories of your Mom.
Willie and Linda O'Rourke
To the Family of Lois and Harvey Hodgins:
We are thinking of you at this sad time. Harvey and Lois will always be remembered for their days on the dance floor. Lois was such a talented woman in so many ways. She lived her life to the fullest even though she wasn’t well at times. Now she will be at rest with Harvey.
With Sympathy,
Willie and Linda O’Rourke
Ed & Marie Nethercott
So sorry to hear of your loss. Two in one year is very difficult to understand. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ed & Marie
George and Kathy Lee
Glen,Mary ,June and Mona and to all of your family, Our deepest thoughts are with you all on the passing of your Mom, Grandma, and Great grandma.She will sadly be missed by everyone. treasure her memories and know she is at peace with your Dad . George and Kathy
Glen & Peggy Restemayer
We were sorry to hear of Lois passing away.Our sincere sympathy to all the Hodgins family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves memories no one can steal.
Joanne Scott
Sending you my deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear mother and grandmother. We had many great christmas dinners together. Thinking of you all.
Lorraine Thompson
I was sorry to hear of Lois’s passing. She was an amazing thoughtful and talented lady. It was always a pleasure to spend time with her at the museum. She will be greatly missed. My sympathy to all the family.
Lorraine Thompson
Chris Lunn
I have been fortunate to have met and known your Mom for only a few years and her optimism and enthusiam were contagious.
I know she will be sincerely missed by all who knew her.
My condolences.
Chris Lunn
Sharon & Lawrence Craven
Glenn, Mary, June, Mona and families.
We would like to express our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. To lose both parents so close together is very trying for everyone. Just remember all the good memories you have of them both and know they are together again. Lois was so involved with the community she certainly will be missed. Take care. Sharon and Lawrence
Paul & Betty Cronyn
Please accept our condolenses at the loss of your Mom. She
was a truly beautiful and talented lady. She will be missed by
everyone that knew her. Treasure the memories !!
Lloyd and Bonnie Mathers
We are very sorry to hear of Lois’ passing. Sending our deepest sypmathy to all the family. Our thoughts are with you.
Crediton Women's Institute
The Crediton Women’s Institute would like to extend their sincere sympathy to ALL of Lois’s Family.
Because of the weather we regret that we are unable to hold our service this afternoon and pay our final respects to a very devoted member of our branch.
Lois joined our branch in 1957 and received her life membership after serving 25 years. She also was President of the Huron South District Women’s Institute for a two year term and received a Life Membership from the District as well.
A women of many talents she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
By holding tight to the memories you have of her it will help you get through the difficult days ahead.
Milt & Barb Dietrich; Ada Dietrich
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one, Lois. She will certainly be missed by all who knew her. She could turn her hand to so many things. I remember trying to sew a maternity outfit long ago and she helped me re-size it, saved the day! We have had many good chats over the years and will miss her. May your treasured memories be a comfort to you now and in the days ahead.
Sympathy is extended on behalf of Milt’s Mom Ada also. She will miss Lois at the Women’s Institute meetings.
Thinking of you at this time.
Chris & Connie MacGregor & Mike & Krystle Hendrikx
Sending our sympathies to you on the passing of a dear mother and grandmother. Thinking of you all.
Russel and Bonna May
Glenn and Grace,
Our most sincere sympathies are extended at this time .Hold onto the good memories that you have of both your Mom and Dad in the difficult days ahead.God Bless.
Vince and Marilyn Thompson & family
Our sincere condolences during this sorrowful time. May the many special memories of Lois shine through to brighten the days ahead.
Randy, Mary ,Jessie, Nathan Chelsey &Lukas Witherspoon
It is hard at a time like this to find the perfect words. You were all so blessed to have such wonderful parents and to loose them both in such a short time, but they need to be together. They were one of the most amazing couples I have ever meant, always having time for everyone. we all loved their yearly visits, they were like grandparents to the kids we all cherished their visits and stories. Thank god for the memories our thoughts and prayers are with you all !!
Joe & Diane Kaak
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one, she was a great lady, keeping you all in our prayers.
Joe & Diane Kaak
John and Cecile Muller
Dear family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. When the children were young,they enjoyed dressing up in Lois”s unique array of Halowe’en costumes. Her fiddle playing was enjoyed by many and her museum was a pleasure to visit. Lois’s spirit of giving of her time and talents to the community will not be forgotton. May she rest in peace,united with her dear husband and may God’s love surround and sustain you at this difficult time.
John and Cecile Muller and family
Burnell and Donna Kipfer
Glenn & Grace,
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. It has been a tough year. May it bring you comfort to know that others care. Our support and friendship are yours when you need them.
Sincerely
Donna and Burnell
Murray and Rose Waymouth
Murray and I send our sincerest sympathy to you, Glen ,Grace and family.
We sure hope that this is the last of your your losses for a long long time. You have sure had your share of grief this passed year.
We hope now you both can get away for a much needed holiday.
Love, Rose and Murray Waymouth.
Jack & Catharine McKenna
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Lois. We are sorry we will not be able to attend her service to-morrow. You are indeed in our thoughts and prayers.
Huron Pioneer Threshers, Blyth
The members of the Huron Pioneer Threshers and Hobby Association Inc. would like to send our deepest sympathy to your family in the loss of your Mother, Lois.
Your Mother and Father were pillars of our club, sharing their musical talents, perserving our history and heritage.
We will certainly miss their friendly smiles at the log cabin and at the tractor pull.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Sorry to hear of your loss, our sympathy is sent to all of your family
Drew and Barb Robertson
From half way around the world, comes a note of sympathy and celebration. Lois will be remembered for such a wonderful life of giving to others and sharing a vast knowledge of local history. She will be missed greatly by many. To the family, hold closer for support as you’ve done before.
Ron & Merna Scott
To all the Hodgins family
Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with all of you. We enjoyed the many square dances Lois used to call off during our social club years.She was a very special person with so many talents.
Dorothy Peacock
To the Hodgins family,
The true goodness of your mom and dad will always be a lighthouse guiding the ships of your many lives.
Wishing you God’s grace and peace.
Shirley and Tony Wolfkamp
We are very sorry and you have our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mother. I know with the recent passing of my mother that you miss her terribly every day. Our thoughts are with you. Tony & Shirley
Chris Parsons
Dear Glenn, Mary, June, Mona & Families,
I was so saddened to hear of Aunt Lois’ passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. I will have many memories from days gone by when we spent so much time together during all the holidays. Precious Memories!
Love Chris & Family
Ruth & Bill Osborn
To Sawyer and Hodgins Families
Our deepest sympathies to you on Lois’ passing. She was a very Special Lady ,so talented. Lois will be missed by You and her many, many Friends and Fans.
Bob and Edith Hodgins
Bob and I won’t be at the Celebration but our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you. Lois had many short visits with us this past Summer after her visits with Harvey. Lois gave Bob and I one of her many quilts she made for our Anniversary. She said you never know where I will be in 3 years, She has left many fond memories for the family.
Paul and Pam Allen
We are so sorry to hear the loss of your mother. I can remember going over and getting costumes for the kids. Lois was always helpful in pickking something out. Glenn and Greace our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Love Paul and Pam
Les, Joanne and Jordan
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shawn, Melinda, Molly and Olivia Battram
Thinking of you !
Joanne, Les and Jordan Drury
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this hard time.
Joanne, Les and Jordan
Don & Donna Webster say:
Lois will be missed by so many in the community. She shared her talents (which were many) so freely with those she met. May God be with you at this trying time.
Ken and Velma Preszcator
Sending our sympathies to you on the passing of a dear mother and grandmother.
Chuck and Phyllis Collett and family
Our condolence,s go out to the Hodgins family. It is so hard losing a loved family but two in a few months are about all one can bare. Our thought and prayers are with the family. Now they will be together again as they where in life.
Pastor Carolyn
May you rest in the Lord’s comfort during this time of sorrow, your Mother was a very special friend and has left her footprints of love on my heart, where I have safely tucked each memory. Peace to you all.
Nancy and Clarence Steeper
Dwayne, Mona and Family, Sending our Deepest Sympathy at this time of loss. What a tragic after just losing your Dad too. Sending HUGS
Audrey Andersen
My sincere sympathy to Glenn and Grace and the Hodgins family. You are in my thoughts as always.
Shirley and Paul Hodgson
To the Hodgins family:
Paul and I are sorry to hear of your loss.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Shirley Hodgson
Tom Hartai
Glen,June and extended family
On behalf of my family and staff, please accept our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Try to find comfort in knowing that your Mom will be missed by so many in the community.
She was always a pleasure to serve in our store in Exeter.
God bless!
Tom Hartai
Brigitte’s
Exeter
Vickie and Larry Broome and Family
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother , you will miss her dearly. Keep all your memories close to your heart.
Teri Orenchuk & Jim Fletcher
Sorry to hear of your moms passing, she enlightened many lives with her music, crafts, hobbies and her wisdom of days gone by.
Lois has left rich memories behind, and in the days ahead you can remember, and know…….those memories of her will always be in your heart.
Teri Orenchuk & Jim Fletcher.
Sorry to hear of your moms passing, she enlightened many lives with her music,crafts, hobbies and her wisdom of days gone by.
She has left rich memories behind, and in the days ahead you can remember,and know ……those memories of her will always be in your heart.
Russ and Mary Brintnell
To Glen,Mary, June. Mona and Families
Our deepest sympathy goes to all who lost a very talented woman not only to them but the community. As she greatly loved her music’ sewing, antiques, playing the organ in the church and making wedding cakes. The only job I didn’t like was doing the dishes after her decorating a cake when babysitting.May she rest in peace with Harvey and have their own Christmas together.
Russ and Mary Brintnell
Lorne and Isabelle Becker
Our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of Your Loved One. May God keep you all in His care thoroughout this difficult time.
God Bless
Alan & Donalda Fisher
Glenn and Grace
Our thoughts are with you in the loss of your mom. We shared some great trips with them and have some good memories. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time
The Fisher’s
Barbara Adams
You had a remarkable mother and I had a remarkable cousin. Being her flowergirl when I was three remains a precious memory. What a privilege to have been a small part of your parents’ great love story. I am so pleased that they had the lovely 60th wedding anniversary celebration. They were so proud of all of you. Please know that I think of your mother every night when I snuggle under the quilt she gave me. I am sending all of you strength and hope.
In time, may your pain ease and your happy memories remain.
Michael Barrett
Glenn and Grace
My deepest sympathies to you both and to your entire extended family. Both Harvey and Lois were pioneers in what they loved to do; the farm and the preservation of the relics of the farming and rural community. I will never forget rummaging through your mother’s costumes and collection with her.
I am thinking of you both.
June, Gerry & Family
Sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom & Grandma, so soon after your father’s passing. Now they will be together again!! Thinking of you All at this time.
Sincerely, Greg & Brenda
Steve and Dianne Argyle
Another old-time fiddler gone………
We had an enjoyable chat at Corbett Days in August, where upon Steve told Lois, he never heard her play better.
Her contributions to preserving history and a way of life foreign to people today, is to be greatly admired.
It was a priviledge. Steve and Dianne Argyle
Harv & Evelyn Vincent
To the Hodgins family,
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. It has been a tough year for each of your. Thinking of each you and trust you find comfort in the good memories of happier times.
Peter & Sandra Martin
Sorry to hear of the great loss of Mother Hodgins so soon after Harvey. Our love for the family has always been great. Peter has always worked together with his best freind Glenn for many years; Grace & myself where added to the family. Our love goes out to all. May Lois & Harvey rest in peace till They met again on God kingdom earth. The Martin Family
Bob & Grace Clarke
To all the Hodgins family , our sincere sympathies from the Clarke family . We are so soory to hear of your loss It is tough to lose one ,but to lose both so close together is unreal .The only good thing is that they are back together once again . Our prayers are with you all at this time. May God Bless , Bob & Grace Clarke , Belle River .
Helen Ryan
To Lois’ Family;
Your mother was a remarkable woman! She turned her hands and her ears to many challenges and proved herself adept at more than one talent. I remember well, when I barely knew her, the splendid job she did of our wedding cake, over 52 years ago! Then there were daughters who babysat the twins. Neighbours are important…from one favourite neighbour to another…
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Bob and Helen Patterson
Please accept our condolences in the passing of your Mom and Grandma and great Grandma. She will certainly be missed for her music and other hobbies.
JOHN & ARLENE BERENDSEN
SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS…THINKING OF YOUR WHOLE FAMILY AT THIS TIME ..
Ross and Marlene Mathers and Ilene Rollings
Please accept our sympathy in the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Tracy & Darryl (Peterson) Snyder
Darryl and I just wanted to send our deepest condolences. This has certainly been a rough few months on all of you. I am so thankful that Deb and I got the chance to come visit Uncle Harvey, Aunt Lois and all of you in June. We had a wonderful evening out with your mom. That will be my last memory of her. I also remember the special grin your Dad had when we walked into the room. I wish we could be there to stand beside you all. Take care, Love to you all!
Tracy (Peterson) Snyder and Darryl Snyder
Mike and JoAnne Pickering
Our deepest sympathies to you all on the passing of your mother grandmother and great grandmother. Lois was a great lady with lots of information and talents. She made our wedding cake 36 years ago and it was used for 3 weddings. I only disposed of it about 3 years ago and after telling Lois she said she wished she had known because she would have liked to have it for her little museum and if I had know I would have gladly given it to her. She will be missed but with all she has left behind not forgotten. Mike and JoAnne and Family