Beatrice "Bea" Helen Hodgson
1919-2012
It is with great sadness the family announces the
passing of Beatrice Helen Hodgson, formerly of Westmorland Road, wife
of the late Ernest Hodgson, which occurred on Tuesday, January 24,
2012 at the Loch Lomond Villa. Born on June 21, 1919 in Alberton, PE,
she was a daughter of the late Perley and Lillian (Ramsey) Pridham.
Beatrice was a member and former Sunday School Teacher at the First
Wesleyan Church, Boar’s Head Road, volunteered with the
Heart and Stroke Foundation and Meals on Wheels, worked as a florist
as well as many other odd jobs, enjoyed playing piano, gardening and
needlepoint. She is survived by two sons, Eric "Rick"
Hodgson (Jean) of Rothesay, Blair Hodgson (Linda) of Collina, NB;
sister-in-law, Eleanor Pridham of Rothesay; three grandchildren, Sheri
Hodgson (Wayne) of SK, Michael Hodgson (Yvette) of Ottawa, Scott
Hodgson (Andrea) of Montreal; one great-grandson Evan Hodgson; one
niece and two nephews. Besides her husband and parents she was
predeceased by one brother, Lorne Pridham; and one nephew Brent
Pridham.
The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at
Dogwood Lane and Cedar Lane, Loch Lomond Villa. Beatrice had
resided at the Villa for the past five years.
Resting at Brenan's Funeral Home, 111 Paradise
Row, Saint John (634-7424) with visiting on Friday,
January 27, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held
from Brenan's Chapel on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 11:30 am.
Interment will take place in Fernhill Cemetery. For those who wish,
remembrances to a charity of the donor’s choice would be
appreciated by the family. Online condolences and remembrances may be
placed at www.BrenansFH.com.
Condolences
Sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was such a gentle lady, and I did get to visit with her when I visited my cousin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time. Fran and Heather
— Fran and Heather DeGrace
I want to extend sincere sympathy on the death of your mother. She was a very special cousin and friend. I'm sorry I won't be able to get over to the funeral.
— Vera Hansen
Blair and Rick, so sorry to hear of your loss. It brings back alot of memories when we all lived on Westmorland Rd. for sure. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
— Brian Mallory
Jean and Rick - I'm saddened by your loss. It sure hurts to have someone's life end who started yours. This brings Lots of pondering days, rememberences, ups and downs, and realizing how short life is and how special people are in our lives. We are all a gift to each other.
I lost my father in 2005, my step-father last May, and now my mother has Alzheimers and a
personality disorder that makes things tough.
Based on what was written about your mother, I would have enjoyed knowing her with all her interests!
You are being thought about today. I will talk to God about this and wish you peace and grace.
Even tho' we are 4000 miles away, our thoughts are as if you were just down the street.
-Patrick and Sylvia Smith
p.s. It was nice to see you last Summer.
— Patrick and Sylvia Smith
Dear Rick and Jean, we wish to send our sincere condolences to and your family. We remember Mrs. Hodgson’s warm smile when we first met her over 10 years ago at your home when Michael and Yvette were making the very last preparations for their wedding. She greatly helped to make us feel welcomed in your family and home. We will never forget those special days we shared as two families around Michael and Yvette’s wedding, and Mrs. Hodgson is central to our warm memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you gather with family and friends during this sad and painful period in your lives. Take good care of yourselves. - Estelle and Louise Charlebois
— Louise Charlebois
To Bea’s family,
I have very fond memories of Bea from her days at first Wesleyan and I was deeply saddened when I heard of her passing. In addition to teaching Sunday School , she was our very faithful pianist for the Junior Church program there for many, many years. Bea seldom missed a Sunday, stayed for the entire program each Sunday, and was always our best supporter through her encouraging words and positive outlook. I enjoyed many good visits with Bea after she moved to Loch Lommond Villa and will always remember her smile and kind gentle manner. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the funeral of one whom I appreciated so much. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vivian Fleet
— Vivian Fleet
Your call about Bea's passing brought sadness to my heart. She was a lively lady whom all the family will miss. My love and sympathy are with you all.
— Aunt Eleanor
Sorry to hear of your mother passing. She was a good friend and I love her very much. We had a lot of talks at her kitchen table. God Bless You All
— Cecilia Marino
Please know that I am thinking of Bea and send you my sincere condolances. I met Bea many years ago when I was the coordinator of volunteers for Meals-on-Wheels. She was an absolute joy to work with, very generous with her time and very kind to the clients. I know her smile lit up their day! I will cherish my fond memories. RIP.
— Janice Waldschutz
Just would like you to know how much we enjoyed driving Bea to church. She was always so cheerful with a smile. She was a beautiful lady. Our prayers are with you and your family.
— Blake and Jean Hayes
Just want to express our sympathy re the passing of Bea, when I shared with my daughter Sarah of her passing, she said "Oh Mom, she was my favorite Sunday School teacher". What a blessing to leave such a great memory.
— Lloyd and Ginny Teakles
hi. i want to make my deepest condolences to the whole family. my mother and Beatrice were first cousins and my mother's best friend. i use to love to visit Earnie and Bea. Ernie and i worked at the Iving shipyard in the 70s. i use to stay with Bea when passing through St john, on the way to P.E.I. from Ont. Bea and i had some great chats. she will be missed. i would love to hear from the family and reconect.
— William (Bill) Hansen
Sending our deepest sympathy to your family on the loss of your mother. Bea and Hillard were first cousins. Hillard passed away on December 23, 2011.
Bea truely was a wonderful lady and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Marion Pridham, Aubrey(Lynn)Pridham,
Kathleen(John)Campbell, Sandra(Blair)Hutt, Caroline(Craig)Edgar and families
— Marion (Late Hillard ) Pridham
