Christine Elsie Hodinka
Peacefully at Simcoe Manor, Beeton with her son and daughter in law holding her hands, on Saturday March 12, 2022. Christine Elsie Hodinka (nee: Field), at the age of 88, beloved wife of the late Gottlieb Hodinka. Loving mother of Christopher “Kit” and his wife Rachelle “Shelly”. Dearly loved and cherished “Mimi” of Luke, Cameron and Megan. Much loved “Aunt Bill” of Charlotte and David Greig of Menlo Park, California. Predeceased by sister Evis Anderson and parents Frederick and Doris Field of England. She will be greatly missed by her “adopted” family of Richard and Peggy Field, Niki and Gavin Vammus and Jason and Lora Field and all their extended family. Christine was a well known “Avon Lady” in the Tottenham/Schomberg area as well as a singing and acting sensation as part of the Newtone’s Choir for many years. She also devoted many hours as a volunteer with the Schomberg Fair in the antiques section. She was an avid newspaper reader and a lover of Hallmark movies. Chris and Rachelle would like to say thank you to the staff at the Simcoe Manor and especially to the amazing staff at the Simcoe Village where mum and dad resided over the past five years.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477, on Monday March 21, 2022 from 11am until time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 12pm. Interment to follow in St. James Cemetery Colgan. In lieu of flowers donations to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
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Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
Tottenham, Ontario
March 21, 2022
11:00 am - 12:00pm
Service
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
Tottenham
March 21, 202212:00pm
Charlene Hodinka says
I’m so sorry to learn about the passing of your mother, Christine. Your mom reached out to my father, John Hodinka. We had the opportunity to meet your parents one February when we visited friends in Toronto. We couldn’t ever put a definite relationship in place, but feel from the conversation the families were related at some point. We often exchanged phone calls and cards at Christmas. I spoke with your mom last year after the holidays. I know you’ll miss her, just as I miss both of my parents. Your family is in my thoughts. I just found out after my holiday greeting card was returned to me today.
Cathy Gaebler says
Have just learned of Billy’s passing.
Such a wonderful lady
I am sure Inge will be happy to see her again
All our love to the family
Harry Gaebler Sr
Harry Jr and Cathy
Cindy and Gord
Robert
Wynne Ericson says
To the Hodinka family,
Kit, always remember, a loved one may pass on, but memories of them will remain unchanged and unfaded forever. May you and your wife Shelly find comfort in the beautiful memories you created together as a family.
Sending caring thoughts for healing.
Sincerely, Wynne Ericson
Joe and Mary Ellen Keenan says
Kit and family, we wish to extend our sincerest sympathy to you and yours. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. M Joe/Mary Ellen
Scott King says
On behalf of the King family from Belleville Ontario, we extend our deepest condolence for the Hodinka 5+1 family. You have our deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Our heart goes out to your family at this difficult time.
Avinash Mohan says
Offering my condolences to the loss of your mother, she was a great woman to raise such a nice and respectful family.
Linda and Barry Matson says
Our deepest sympathy to all the family.Really enjoyed a chat with Christine
John & Diane Harrett says
Chris, Rachel & family,
Our sincere condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your mother was a wonderful lady and will be truly missed.
Bill and Olga Bishop says
We are so very sorry to hear of Christine’s passing. Bill had the privilege of singing alongside Christine at the Newtones Choir and the Danube Senior Centre’s Goldenaires Choir in Bradford. We will miss her humour and friendship. Rest in Peace.
Mary and Garry Wiley says
Kit and family Our very deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Garry,Mary and Lisa Wiley(HekmanSammons)
Judith Burkitt says
Sorry to hear of Christine’s death. Many fond memories of her in past years. She will be greatly missed.
Judi
Leighton Ashton Costanzo says
To the Hodinka family, I offer my sincere condolences for your loss.
My most entertaining memory of Mrs. Hodinka was to watch her play “air piano keys” from her seat at her grandchildren’s piano recitals. Her friendly, supportive, positive outlook on life, inevitably fostered an attitude of consciousness and kindness towards others. Mrs. Hodinka was a lovely person and I was sorry to learn of her passing.
Wishing you all loving memories to forever hold in your heart, and comfort for the days ahead.
Leighton A. Costanzo
Janice Magloughlen Milne says
As the director of the Newtones for many years I was privileged to get to know Christine and her wonderful sense of humour and joy of being on stage. Sending my sincere condolences on your loss. She will be missed.
Brad & Sheila Walker says
Condolences on the loss of your mom, you are in our prayers.
Clarke and Joanne Smith says
We were responsible for the Antiques Committee at the fair for many years and your mom was our most faithful member, always willing to participate and always good company. She was most pleased with herself when she made her first cell phone call from my flip phone for your dad to come pick her up.
Tony, Jacqueline (Conlan), and Leighton Costanzo says
Dear Kit, Shelly and family,
We are very saddened to learn of your mother Christine’s passing. Right up until your mother moved to Beeton, we often telephoned one another, and shared many simulating conversations together. She would soak up information like a sponge, particularly if it could be applied to her own circumstances or that of her family.
We pray that your happy memories, your faith, and the love of your family and friends will comfort you during this great loss.
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs as you honour your mother’s memory,
Tony, Jacquie and Leighton xo
THE ROSE STILL GROWS BEYOND THE WALL
Near a shady wall a rose once grew,
Budded and blossomed in God’s free light,
Watered and fed by morning dew,
Shedding it’s sweetness day and night.
As it grew and blossomed fair and tall,
slowly rising to loftier height,
It came to a crevice in the wall,
Through which there shone a beam of light.
Onward it crept with added strength,
With never a thought of fear or pride.
It followed the light through the crevice’s length
And unfolded itself on the other side.
The light, the dew, the broadening view
Were found the same as they were before;
And it lost itself in beauties new,
Breathing its fragrance more and more.
Shall claim of death cause us to grieve,
And make our courage faint or fail?
Nay! Let us faith and hope receive:
The rose still grows beyond the wall.
Scattering fragrance far and wide,
Just as it did in days of yore,
Just as it did on the other side,
Just as it will for evermore.
-A. L. Frink
Bonnie O ‘Hara says
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I remember her at the Schomberg fair. Thoughts & prayers are with you all
Ernie and Daina Wienecke says
Our sincere condolences at the passing of Your mom Christine!
Ginny & Ivor Cathcart says
Please accept our sincere condolences at this very sad time. Holding you all in our hearts and prayers.
Millard and Jackie Eccles says
To Kit and family, we are sorry for your loss. Christine was a very caring Lady. I know you will miss her.
Penny Bishop says
Have fond memories of Christine, she was friendly and always had time for a conversation, sincere condolences to her family.
Cam Lindsey says
So sorry to hear of the passing of Christine. I am sure she will be missed by many. Condolences to her wonderful family
Monica Duggan says
Condolences on the loss of your mother, she was a very special lady