Hodgkinson, Claire Laverne
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, grandpa and brother. Claire passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2025 at the age of 80 with family by his side.
Predeceased by his loving wife Sandra (2021), he will always be in the hearts of his son Rick Hodgkinson, daughter Lori (John) Grano and his two grandchildren, Noah and Avery.
Claire is survived by his brother Alan (Christine) Hodgkinson and will be dearly remembered fondly by his two sisters-in-law Verla (Ivan) Cramp-White and Coreen (Jim) Clarke and his nieces, nephews and their families.
Anyone who met Claire could easily see his kind, caring and helpful nature, he was always there to lend a helping hand. His positive outlook never went unnoticed and never disappeared. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Claire’s family will receive friends and family at the Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 2 until 6 p.m. A private service will be conducted at Ferguson Funeral Home on Monday, March 3, 2025 with interment following at Lakeview Cemetery.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Centennial United Church in Stayner (cheques only please) or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
Details
Private funeral service and interment on Monday, March 3, 2025.
Make a donation in memory of Claire Laverne Hodgkinson
Donations: Centennial United Church in Stayner (cheques only please) or the Canadian Cancer SocietyDonate securely through Ferguson Funeral Home
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Our condolences to Claire’s family. He was a great guy, you will miss him. His wife Sandra was my cousin. Rest in peace Claire, fly with the angels.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Rick, Lori & John, Noah an Avery . Our whole family is so saddened by Claire’s passing. He was a very special person to you but also to our whole family. He will be so missed by all of us and by everyone who knew him. Love yo all
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Claire was a special person and always upbeat. It was our pleasure to call him a friend. Wally will really miss the golf games this summer. Claire was always so proud of his family especially his grandchildren. To each of his children and grandchildren please accept our very sincere sympathy.
Wally and Shirle
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Rick, Lori & John , Noah and Avery. Our hearts were broken when we received your call. Claire had a special place in our hearts. What a terrific guy. We had a great time when he came to help us celebrate our 50th. Wedding Anniversary. We will truly miss him.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
So sorry for your loss, spoke to Claire while working and after retirement loved seeing Sandra at Barbs in Stayner. Wonderful people … Rick so sorry for your loss
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Rick, Lori & family. I am so sorry for your loss, Claire was one of the good ones. I have fond memories of your time in Collingwood.
Thursday, February 27, 2025
So sad to hear of Claires passing. We grew up together in Rocklyn and spent many hours together in the old arena. While careers took us apart we periodically would chat about the “good old days” and cars from yesteryear. Rest in peace Claire you will be missed. Condolences to all the family.
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Rick, Lori and John and family
We were so sad to hear of the passing of Claire. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We were very blessed to live next door to Claire and Sandra for over 20 years.
They were both always so caring kind and thoughtful.
We will miss Claire and his friendly kind voice and face.
Margie and Todd Morrill
Carrie Ploeg
Marlee Dan and Joanna Wood
Sunday, March 2, 2025
He was treasured family friend and Godfather to our daughter Kaitlyn. We adored both he and Sandy and were lucky to have had them in our lives.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Claire and I worked together for a sort but TERRIFIC time I also confided in him for some wisdom and support
The toonie in your hand is for the last coffee we didn’t get to have I will miss you dearly
Till another time and place, plumbing and electrical ALL CLEAR
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Dear Rick, Lori, Noah and Avery,
Please accept my belated but sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad and Grandfather, Claire.
He was a very gentle man who was helpful whenever he could be.
Claire is very much missed at Centennial United Church, as is Sandra.