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Kerry HODGES Obituary

HODGES, Kerry Ross, Flt Sgt B81053: Passed away doing what he loved, playing sport, on Wednesday, July 30, 2014. Caring husband and best friend of Jenny, very supportive and outstanding father and father-in-law of Nathan and Leanne, and Dana and Andrew King. Devoted Grandad of Georgia, Cole, Dawson; Hudson, and Millie. Messages to 7 Pak Lims Road, Renwick 7204. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Child Cancer Foundation would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to 26A Stephenson Street, Blenheim 7201. A service for Kerry will be held at Clubs of Marlborough, Alfred Street at 1.30pm MONDAY, August 4, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. An after-match function at Clubs of Marlborough will follow the service. Attendees are asked to dress in sporting attire reflecting Kerry's sporting love. Kerry will be at home until the service.
– Geoffrey T Sowman, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz
Published by Marlborough Express on Aug. 1, 2014.

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MaryAlice Blackett

August 26, 2014

Today I chatted with Fay Diprose and she has told me the sad news of Kerry's death.
Deepest Sympathy from the Gemming family from Te Puke. I write on behalf of my 90 year old mum
Alice now in a resthome in Tauranga without Jack who passed away last October. Take care. Love from Mary Alice Blackett.

August 13, 2014

Very sorry to hear this news Jenny. We are currently overseas so couldn't attend funeral. Kerry was a special athlete and I will always remember him fondly.
God bless.
Philip and Roseanne Jeffs

Phil Campbell

August 9, 2014

From the UK. Very sad to learn of the passing of the gifted Kerry, and fine gentleman. A pleasure to deal with professionally and to play sport against. Vale, Kerry. Phil Campbell, QSM

Rangimarie Leaf (Maxted)

August 8, 2014

Thinking of you all at this time. A wonderful man who will live through his wonderful family. Love, hugs and kisses to you all.

August 8, 2014

So sorry Jenny to hear the terrible news. Our condolences to you and your family.
Max & Joy Thomas South Head Auckland

Debbie Kirton

August 6, 2014

To Dana and family. ...our love and thoughts are with you. A Dad taken too soon.....xx

Des & Natalie Sutherland

August 6, 2014

Hi Jenny, So sorry to hear the news, our thoughts are with you and your family. Kerry will always be remembered for his excellence in sport.

John Thomson

August 6, 2014

our thoughts are with Jenny and family at this time
John and Colleen Thomson, Darwin

August 5, 2014

Dear Jenny, God be with you all in your time of great sadness.
Duncan McMahon

Dave Rush

August 5, 2014

Sad,sad news. Kerry was one of nature's true 'good guys'. My deepest sympathies to the family

Patrick Duffy

August 5, 2014

My heart felt condolences to you Jenny and your family. Kerry was a great man and will be sadly missed. Ake ake kia kaha.

Alisdair Burns

August 4, 2014

Hi Jenny and family. So sorry to hear of your loss.Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.
Kindest regards
Red and Andrea Burns
Perth, Western Australia

August 4, 2014

Thinking of you today. Our deepest sympathy James and James Perry Sydney Australia

Wikitoria Ward-Holmes-Murcott

August 4, 2014

Kia ora Jenny & whanau we were so very very sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. We have some fabulous memories over 48 years. He was Godfather to my daughter and Groomsman at my 1st wedding. Stay strong, it will be hard but you will come through. Sorry I couldn't be there. Arohanui Wiki, Hinemania and Turi Ward-Holmes-Murcott

Bill Ritchie

August 4, 2014

Jenny, Sincerest condolences.
I really enjoyed Kerry's participation in tennis in Marlborough and his partnership and competitiveness on the court. I also enjoyed and admired his stories of family involvement - full of warmth and love.

Bruce Walker

August 4, 2014

Jenny & the Hodges families, our thoughts and sympathies are with at this time

Kindest regards

Bruce & Dei Walker

Mike Crawford

August 4, 2014

To Jenny,Nathan, Dana and family.

Thinking of you all today.
Once again our deepest sympathy.
We have all lost a great mate.

Mike and Maggie Crawford
Vanuatu

August 3, 2014

Jenny, we are so very sad for your loss and our thoughts are constantly with you, Nathan, Dana and their families. Kerry has been a friend over many years and the world is now a much lesser place. We have been privileged to know him.
Arohanui Kris and Karen Mathiesen and Family

August 2, 2014

Our thoughts are with the Hodges family at this time. Sincerest condolences.
The Harding Family. ex neighbours from Takanini.

August 2, 2014

Our thoughts are with the Hodges family at this time remember always. Harding family ex Takanini.

Tony & Marie McDonald

August 2, 2014

Jenny our thoughts are with you at this very sad time for you and your family.

Cele & Bubbles Bailey

August 2, 2014

So sorry for your loss Jenny and family, our thoughts are with you at this time, had a lot of great times still remember the many Marlborough rugby games that he played and the fun afterwards.

Cele and Bubbles Bailey

August 2, 2014

Jenny we are very sadden to hear the news of Kerry death our love and thoughs are with you and your family think about the good times we had together Love Doreen & Roy Smith

Glenys's Jones

August 2, 2014

So sorry to hear of Kerry's death,a greatly admired first cousin who I have known all my life. His great sporting ability was enjoyed by the Atkins family.
Rest in peace Kerry, taken too soon. Love Glenyss.

John Hickman

August 2, 2014

My sincerest condolences to you Jen, Dana Nathan & the extended family !! Jenny, it is with sorrow I regret I will be unable to make it down for the service but I am sure there will be huge support from the local retired RNZAF community !!
Johnnie Hickman

August 1, 2014

our thoughts are with you jenny and your family,phil and Cheryl sowman,

irene turkington

August 1, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Dave Weggery

August 1, 2014

Kerry made me look good as a Rugby 1/2 back.
A true tallented sportsman and person.

Cynthia Yeatman

August 1, 2014

Hello Jenny
Rod and I are very sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. Rod remember's having a few drinks with Kerry at the club and I remember the wonderful christmas day at your place last year. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
From Cynthia and Rod Ingram (Marg's brother)

Alan Mace

August 1, 2014

Jenny and family I am devastated by this event. Please accept my deepest symanthy. Alan Mace (forgotten me) I was the best man at your wedding. Lots of love.

Helen and Allan Riddell

August 1, 2014

Jenny, our thoughts are with you, Nathan, Dana and families. We will see you all in Blenheim. Till then, big hugs. XX

Gus Bishell

August 1, 2014

My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to the family of a wonderful man. One of life's really top men.

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