Death Notices

HODGSON, Lorna Louise (nee Balkwill) 1927 - 2016 – passed away at the Norview Lodge Nursing Home, Simcoe on Saturday, June 18th, 2016 in her 90th year.  Beloved wife of the late Stan Hodgson (2005).  Cherished mother of Steve Hodgson (Rita) of Simcoe and Debbie Kirkpatrick (Jim) of Brampton.  Loving grandmother & great grandmother of Stephanie Veri (Pat), their children Nicole, Emilia & Isabella;  Michael Hodgson (Johnny Wu);  Eric Hodgson (Laura);  Jamie Kirkpatrick (Shoshana), their son Colin;  Matt Kirkpatrick & Adam Kirkpatrick.  Lorna will be sadly missed by her sister-in-law Grace Balkwill of Woodstock.  Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews & extended family.  Predeceased by her siblings Edith Caldwell, Kay Mitchell, Fran Struck, Herb Balkwill & Jim Balkwill.  Friends are invited to share their memories of Lorna with her family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe for visitation on Tuesday, June 21st, 2016 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.  Lorna’s funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday morning at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Paul Currie officiating.  Interment:  Oakwood Cemetery, Simcoe.  Those wishing to donate in memory of Lorna are asked to consider the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the A.L.S. Society.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199