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 (Chase), 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 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life at Springview Farm Golf Course, 657 Culver Road, Waterford at 1 p.m. Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville. www.rhbanderson.com
