Peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, Kenneth Stokes Hodgson, in his 96th year, beloved husband of the late Margaret Johnston. Loving father of Judy and Harry Brander, Jane and David Gardhouse, Cathy and Daniel Gasparini, Lori and Scott Taylor. Proud grandfather of April and Chad, William and Carolyn, Andrew, Elisabeth, Leigh, Laura, Kenny, and Ryan. Cherished great-grandfather of Lily. Dear brother of the late Alice, Donala, William, Jean, Helen, and Clare.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Sunday afternoon from 1 – 4 o’clock and on Monday, June 4 from noon until time of funeral service in the chapel at one o’clock.
Interment Nobleton Cemetery.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Nobleton United Church, 6076 King Road, Nobleton L0G 1N0; or Lions Foundation of Canada ~ Dog Guides, 152 Wilson Street, Oakville L6K 0G6.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Abbie Brander & Pat Stokes
Ken had a great personality. We always looked forward to seeing him at family events and especially the Schomberg Fair! We will miss him. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Ken certainly lived a happy life!
Earl and Margaret Groombridge
Judy, Jane, Cathy, Lori and all your family
Your dad was a great Man …so well liked and will be missed a lot….his great sense of humour came out in all the jokes he told.
RIP Ken
Our thoughts and sympathies are with you at this sad time..
Love Earl and Marg
Diane
What a wonderful man. I was very sad to hear this news, but am sure he and my dad are having a good chat reminiscing. Much love to you all.
Diane (Olsen) Bridges & family xoxo
kathy jones
Ken was such a nice man a ” few years back” he and Margaret took my daughter, Amanda, from Audrey Jones’ (her grandmother)at the time and they made a wonderful afternoon for her including ice cream.
Our condolences are for you, the world has lost a “good” one.
Kathy Pfundt(jones) and David Troyer
Barb Goddard
Dear Cathy, Jane, Judy, Lori and family
I was saddened to see that your dad has passed away. My thoughts that come to mind is that he always had a great smile, a great sense of humour and love of family. As with my 3 sisters, I know the four of you too have a special bond which during the loss of a parent is a blessing. I, too, believe he and your mom are reunited and proud of their family ❤️
Kevin Holmes
To Jane and Family.
Your Dad will certainly be missed! I will miss seeing him at the restaurant for breakfast, and at the fair. I will miss him coming down through the fairgrounds on his scooter at fair time and waving him in for a cold beer! My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Kevin Holmes
Karen Shannon
My deepest sympathies to all of you. I’m picturing Ken with a huge smile, happy to be with your Mom again.
David and Joanne Currie
Judy, Harry and family. We are saddened to learn of the loss of your Dad, Judy. Life is different without our fathers., father in laws, grandpas, and all the other special names they hold. You will always hold a special place in your heart for him. Our thoughts are with you.
Robert (Bob) and Linda Boak
Robert (Bob) and Linda Boak
Ken was such a wonderful man. He will be missed dearly. Our condolences and prayers go out to all the families
Bob and Linda
Peter Olsen
Lori,
Sad to hear he is gone, I still remember his infectious laugh very well.
Ken and Paul will be tellin stories up there
Jennifer Barnett
Judy I was saddened to hear of the death of your father. We are never ready to say good bye to a parent but the joy and memories live on inside us to strengthen us
Blessings
Jennifer barnett
Ian Witherspoon
On behalf of Jim and Millie Witherspoon, and all our family, please accept our deepest condolences for you loss of Ken. He was a wonderful kind man and always had a smile and good word for everyone. He will be missed.
Barb Douglas
Judy, Jane, Cathy, Lori and families…..I was very sad to hear of your father’s death. Although you may not remember me, my parents (Ken and Norene Brown) were great friends of your parents many years ago in Nobleton. I recall Ken and Marg with many, many fond memories. Please know my thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Barb (Brown) Douglas
Marg and Steve McCabe
Judy,Jane,Cathy and Lori
Walter,Steve and I would like to express our feelings of loss with the passing of Ken.He was a great committed friend to Dad and Mom.They had many good times together.I remember how welcome they made me feel from the first times I met them. Ken had a contagious laugh,a genuine smile,a never ending sense of humor, a lovable uplifting personality. We are saddened he is no longer on this earth for us to enjoy but happy he can complete his journey and reunite with his soulmate again. May you all find peace and comfort in the near future while we all grieve the end of this honorable generation.With sympathy, The McCabes
Beth (Hodgson)& Wayne MacLellan
It is with great sadness that we learned of Uncle Ken’s passing. We remember him as a man who enjoyed life to its fullest and helping many others to enjoy theirs. He was respected by his many friends, community builders and acquaintances.
His amazing memory, his acts of kindness and the wonderful closeness he built in and with his family are how we will always remember him.
Our condolences are extended to his daughters and their families.
Bruce and a Penny Bishop
So sad to hear of Ken’s passing, a true gentleman, a remarkable memory of Nobleton past, Bruce really enjoyed talks with him, he could always remember a name, event, or place, he will be missed. Heartfelt condolences.
Linda Olsen
Dear Judy, Jane, Cathy , Lorie and your families
So sorry to hear about Dad. He will be missed by so many friends and Lions. His love for his family was what kept him going and was the source of all his conversations. You should be very proud of the care that you gave your Dad. I am sure that your Mom and Dad are catching up on the latest family news. I wonder if Paul, Earle, and Ron Wilson are holding a Lions meeting? God bless you all.
Linda Olsen
Michele and John LaBonte
Dearest Will and family,
John and I want you to know how wonderful it was to meet your Grandfather. He shared many memories of his life and was very proud of the man you have become. He loved his family very much.
I will always remember Flynn and his walker , that your grandfather readily shared.
Please tell your family how sorry we are for their loss.
Love you,
Aunt Michele and Uncle John
Bruce and Penny Bishop
So sorry to hear of Ken, he was a great joy to talk to, especially for Bruce, both being from Nobleton.What Bruce couldn’t remember, Ken could, a wonderful memory, he had. We will miss him, how fortunate we were to have the privilege of knowing him. Sincerest condolences to his family.
Elaine Peters
Kathy, Jane, Judy and Lori:
So sad to hear of your Dad’s passing. He will always be remembered for his love of life and his great sense of humour. He loved life to the fullest to the end and will be sadly missed by all. Even though he was 96 you are never prepared for the final passing of a parent. Heartfelt condolences to one of the best families to ever enter our lives.
Marlene & Donald Anderson
Judy, Jane, Cathy, Lori, and all the family members:
Sorry to hear the news. It was always a delight to have a chat with Ken and we will surely miss him.
Marlene & Donald Anderson
Clive and Joan Chamberlain
Very sorry to hear of your loss,Condolences to family in your time of sorrow
John and Wanda King
Judy and Harry
Our condolences on your loss. Ken was a fine gentleman. My sister Louise always spoke highly of your parents.
John and Wanda
Gladys Fieldhouse
Sincere condolences Judy, Harry and families. I’m sure you have many pleasant memories.
David Hodgson
From David Hodgson to my cousins, Judy, Jane, Kathy and Lori, and their families. I am sad to hear of Uncle Ken’s passing. I have so many happy memories of the times I shared with him and my dad on our farm and yours. There was nothing that either brother could ask the other to do that was too much trouble or too big a task. I always saw the strength in their relationship. I will never forget Christmases at the farm with all of you and your Mom and Dad and Grampa and Grannie Hodgson and all the rest of our family. Your Dad and Mom were both wonderful people with proverbial hearts of gold. They made the lives of many ,many people so much happier and brighter. Uncle Ken taught me a lot about life , in particular not to sweat the small stuff and do good things for people. I will always remember him.
David
Cathy Castator
Judy, Jane, Cathy, Lori, and Families: So sorry to hear the news. He certainly had a long, happy life, and will be remembered by main in the community.
Carolyn and Joe Huson
Judy, Jane, Cathy, Lori and families.
Our deepest condolences to you all at this time. Your Father will be missed. I am so glad that both Joe and I had the opportunity to visit with him lately. He always had a story to tell! Rest In Peace Ken, you are with Marg again.
Mike and Sherrie Adam
Judy, Jane, Cathy, and Lori:
We were your Cross Avenue neighbours for over 12 years and we had so many fun times with your Mom and Dad. They introduced us to Nobleton and your Dad taught us the value of laughter even in difficult times. We were so fortunate to have him to talk to over the back fence. He was a great person and a special friend.
Lion Tebo (Terrence) Richards
On behalf of the Lions Family of District A711 of Lions Clubs International (LCI), please convey our sincere condolences to the family and friends of our dearly departed Lion Ken (Kenneth) Stokes HODGSON. We mourn his loss with the members of the Nobleton Lions Club, as I sadly notify the District of his passing.
Together in Service
Lion Tebo (Terrence) Richards
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Cabinet Secretary 2016-2018
2nd Vice District Governor 2018-2019
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Janice Galton
So very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Love Janice & Ian Galton.
Jane Busby
My deepest sympathies Cathy to you and your family. May the memories you have of your Dad bring you comfort and peace.
Ms Judy Hardy
The members of the Toronto Doctors Lions Club send condolences to the family of Lion Kenneth Stokes Hodgson. His service in Lionism was a great asset to his community.
Lion Judy Hardy
Secretary TDLC