David HODGE Obituary

David, you were a great support and sounding board for me and I truly appreciated our chats. You will be really missed. My sincere condolences to your family. Rochelle

As a member of his English Department team for many years, I remember David as a positive, supportive and encouraging HOD at Mangere College. An excellent example of the MC motto 'Seek the Heights'. May he rest in peace. My sincere condolences to family and friends.

Sending love and condolences to David's family and friends. I loved working with David. Such a kind man and a lovely principal. Moe mai ra, e te rangatira. E kore koe e warewaretia.

Thanks Dave, you made the world a better place for many including me.

Great memories of my childhood football being in the team coached by Davids Dad, and playing for East Coast Bays. Same class as David at Murray´s Bay Primary, Intermediate and Rangitoto College. Very sad to hear he has passed at such a young age. My sincere condolences to the families.

David was a lovely, warm person who made my transition back into teaching in NZ so easy. He made me feel welcome and valued. His passing is a great loss, and my warmest sympathies go to his whanau.

Very sad news to learn of your passing Mr Hodge, the best English teacher I ever experienced at Mangere College during 1984-1986 by far. Just like Mr Lincoln, Mr Thwaites and Mr White in terms of passion for the subject, commitment to learning and absolute dedication to all your students. You introduced us to T S Eliot who remains my favourite poet to this day with Preludes, The Wasteland and J Alfred Prufrock. You also prepared those of us who carried on with studies for university, always going to extra mile to deal with sometimes cantankerous, challenging and difficult students, as some of us could be from time to time. You leave a proud legacy of thousands of former students who fortunate to receive your wisdom, insight, enthusiasm and consistent good humour. Nga mihi aroha ki tona whanau.

Thanks for your clear vision of what education should be. You came to Rangitoto College and changed the focus from sport to education and we've never looked back! Condolences to all your whanau and mokopuna. Shelley Vos

My favourite teacher while at Mangere College and our paths have crossed a few times since leaving. It was always a pleasure catching up with you, reminiscing and getting updates on your family that you loved so much.
You made a difference to so many young lives throughout your career in education. Your legacy also lives on in the many teachers you mentored and supported.
My sincere condolences to your family.
Rest in peace Mr Hodge.

My sincere condolences to all of David's relatives and friend at the loss of an exceptional man. I will always remember him as a tireless and enthusiastic teacher and Principal. I will always have the utmost respect and admiration for him. Rest in peace David.

Sending you our condolences and love and prayers at this sad time.We've appreciated your kindness to me
( Tsuruko )over the years

David was the best headteacher I ever worked for, from the first day he interviewed me and took me on a tour of his school I knew he was an incredible, inspirational educator. I loved nothing more than listening to his motivational assemblies. Under his leadership he definitely made me the best teacher I could have been. When I returned to the UK he still stayed in touch and continued to mentor me in my progression in education. He would always give me advice and his time when I needed it. I will never forget his kindness and I offer my deepest condolences to his family. The world has lost one of the most wonderful teachers and education leaders.

Thank you Sir for giving us an amazing senior years at Tamaki College and we really appreciate your passion, dedication and belief in us to aim for the better and know our worth.
Sir Rest in love and in peace with the King of all Kings in his Kingdom of heaven
Our deepest condolences and prayers to the family as you grieve for your beloved God Bless

You were more than just a Principal when I attended Tamaki College, you were a friend who listened to my cries when I thought all was for nothing. Life was hard at home but when you stopped me in the hall asking if everything was okay, I paused and said "I'm alguds" you replied with "never give up, keep your head up" I stand PROUD!

When we caught up again at a Rugby game where my son was playing Rangitoto College I called out to you and ran for a Hug and we chatted about times changing and what am I doing.... you don't realise only a hand full of people placed me where I am today and you "SIR" were one of them!

Never will I forget you and your legacy of all that you set out to achieve will continue through me and my children.

NOT A goodbye SIR but a SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE!

Bless your family until you all REUNITE AGAIN!

Huge condolences to your family and loved ones at this sad time David. It feels like a lifetime ago now, but I really appreciated the belief you had in those that you led to step outside of our comfort zones and make take those brave steps in moving forward. That, and your tenacity is what I will remember. Rest In Peace. Arohanui, Hinerau x

HODGE, David Charles. Born August 28, 1954. Passed away on April 29, 2022. Loved eldest son of Margaret and Eric (deceased) and brother of Barbara, Alan (and Marcelle), Trevor (and Ann-Maree), John (and Paige) and Robert (and Tui). Beloved uncle who will be sorely missed by his nieces and nephews. Kia Kaha. Malolo i le filemu.