We are heart-broken to announce the passing of Jack Hodges on May 14, 2025 at the age of 83. Jack is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Janet (Short) of 42 years. He will be deeply missed by his daughters, Cathy and Carolin. Jack has been a caring step-dad to David (Kate), Amy (Greg) and Johnny (Sharon), loved Grandpa to Ashley, Stephanie, Courtney (Jeremy), Tyler, Keely, Ashley (Tim), Kennedy (Chace), Emma (Luke), Becky (Brad), Michael (Sydney), Hannah and Isaac, and Great Grandpa to Sophie, Lily, Lane, Brooks, Josie, Eva, Johnny, Maci, Millie and baby Claire who is waiting for him. Jack will be sadly missed by his brothers, Bob (Gail) and David and cousin Gail, and fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, good friends and neighbours.
Jack’s memory will live on through the many lives he touched throughout the years, whether it was sharpening skates for skaters around the province and beyond, volunteering at the Preston Figure Skating Club or in his leadership with the Western Ontario Section of Skate Canada. Jack taught shop and geography at the high school level for 12 years, then went back to the trade he loved working as a tool and die maker. Following his retirement, Jack indulged in his love of golf at his favourite course, Springview Farm Golf Course, with Janet and their many friends.
Thank you to all the nurses, staff and the doctor at Stedman Community Hospice for the special care given to Jack and the family. Donations in Jack’s memory can be made to the Stedman Community Hospice in Brantford or Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice.
Cremation has taken place. A Graveside Service will be held at the Gore Cemetery, 910 2nd Line, Hagersville on Saturday May 24, 2025 at 11 am. followed by a Celebration of Life at Springview Farm Golf Course, 657 Culver Road, Waterford at 1pm. Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Wayne Awde
on
May 15th, 2025
My condolences to Janet and Families on your loss. R.I.P
Posted by
Glenn Turnbull
on
May 16th, 2025
To our dear friend Janet and family, our sincerest condolences for the loss of such an amazing man and awesome friend.
We will miss his kind demeanor, his smile and so much more.
God speed Jack, RIP.
Glenn & Nancy Turnbull
Posted by
Jock Stoddart
on
May 16th, 2025
My condolences to Bob and the Hodges family. Played hockey with Jack in the Hespeler Beer League, early 70’s I was a kid and Jack showed me the ropes sort to speak as he was the Wiley old veteran.I never had to worry when I was on the ice with Jack.Hadn’t seen him in years until he started playing in the Hespeler Finest golf day.We always spoke and I looked forward to seeing him. Jack was a nice guy. RIP from Hespeler Jack. Jock Stoddart.
Posted by
Jock Stoddart
on
May 16th, 2025
My condolences to Bob and the Hodges family. Played hockey with Jack in the Hespeler Beer League, early 70’s I was a kid and Jack showed me the ropes sort to speak as he was the Wiley old veteran.I never had to worry when I was on the ice with Jack.Hadn’t seen him in years until he started playing in the Hespeler Finest golf day.We always spoke and I looked forward to seeing him. Jack was a nice guy. RIP from Hespeler Jack. Jock Stoddart.
Posted by
Ray & Brenda (nee Nixon ) Gallant
on
May 16th, 2025
We are sorry for your loss. May you find some comfort in the wonderful memories you shared together. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted by
Andy & Dot Lawrence
on
May 18th, 2025
Our deepest sympathies to Janet & family during this difficult time.
We had only got to know Jack & Janet fairly recently through golf at Sprngview golf course & we both looked forward to our Monday senior league where we spentin a couple of hours afterwards righting the wrongs in the world. RIP Jack, one of the good guys.
Andy & Dot lawrence
Posted by
Don and Lorri Hogarth
on
May 20th, 2025
Our deepest condolences on Jack's passing. So many fun memories of Jack from Longfield Court and the PFSC, to the cottage in Bala and the house on Big Bay Point. He will be fondly remembered. Take good care, Janet and family.
Posted by
Denny Gray
on
May 23rd, 2025
Jack Hodges will always be thought of and remembered by me as my Huckleberry Hodges from Hespeler.
Throughout my many visits and extended summer holidays we shared lots of boyhood adventures centered around Maple St. with trips to the river for rafting, fishing, frog hunting and general outdoor fun not to forget getting caught on the tresle bridge by the occasional steam train.
I never went to school or worked or played on any sports teams with Jack but we finally got to share our interests in golf with yearly trips to South Carolina and especially Hilton Head.
Well time moves on and slips away but the forever moments of my Huckleberry type brother will always be a happy and big part of my life.
Denny Gray
Posted by
Penny Gray
on
May 23rd, 2025
I am thankful for all the memories of travelling to Hilton Head and Santee with Janet and Jack to play golf and enjoy time together, those moments are priceless.
Thankful that he touched my life.
Penny Gray
Posted by
Penny Gray
on
May 23rd, 2025
I am thankful for all the memories of travelling to Hilton Head and Santee with Janet and Jack to play golf and enjoy time together, those moments are priceless.
Thankful that he touched my life.
Penny Gray
Posted by
Bob Ardern
on
May 24th, 2025
Sincerest condolences to Janet, David and Bob and all Jack's extended family. We first met Jack (and Janet) the night we moved into the house next door in Big Bay Point - and the moving company got their truck stuck in the driveway. I remember a lot of time playing in the wood pile and can't imagine having better neighbours. We solved a lot of the world's problems over a beer or two and a backyard fire. And we got a fabulous deal on lobsters on their way home back to Hagersville after a visit with us in Lunenburg. Jack was one of the good ones and he'll be sorely missed.
Posted by
Bob Ardern
on
May 24th, 2025
Sincerest condolences to Janet, David and Bob and all Jack's extended family. We first met Jack (and Janet) the night we moved into the house next door in Big Bay Point - and the moving company got their truck stuck in the driveway. I remember a lot of time playing in the wood pile and can't imagine having better neighbours. We solved a lot of the world's problems over a beer or two and a backyard fire. And we got a fabulous deal on lobsters on their way home back to Hagersville after a visit with us in Lunenburg. Jack was one of the good ones and he'll be sorely missed.
