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Mervyn HODGE Obituary

HODGE, Mervyn William (Merv). Born January 08, 1936. Passed away on April 06, 2024. Mervyn William Hodge, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and family member, passed away on April 6th, 2024, at the age of 88. Mervyn's life was defined by the deep love and connection he shared with his family and his passion for flying, music and for sailing which was evident from his earliest years. He is survived by his children, Krissie and Sandy, his grandchildren Iona, Kathleen, Maddie, and Seb, and his great-grandchildren Willow and Goldie. Mervyn was also a much-loved uncle to Stephen, David, Deb, and Jo, and a cherished family member to Lachie, Heather, Sophie, Charlotte, Bobby, Caele, Greg, Roma, Gaye, and Frank.Throughout his life, Mervyn brought joy, wisdom, and unwavering support to all those around him. His kindness, wisdom, compassion, determination and strength were an example to all who knew him. A celebration of Mervyn's life will be held in mid-May, with the exact date and venue to be confirmed. If you would like to attend this celebration, please email [email protected]. For those unable to attend, but who would like to share a memory of Mervyn, please email it to the same address, so that his family can cherish your thoughts and reflections. Mervyn William Hodge will be deeply missed, but his legacy of love, laughter, and kindness will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to have known him. May he rest in peace.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 13, 2024.

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johanne Brown

April 14, 2024

Hodge family, I have very fond memories of Merv.
Mary and Merv at Base Woodbourne.. I spent
many a day at their home, and Mary and I played
squash together, Merv was always loads of fun
double the pleasure for me was I was very friendly
with Roma and Frank lived two doors down from us in Bulls.
Rest well Merv.

Johanne Brown Blenheim


us in Bulls. A heaps of great times.
Rest well Merv.

Johanne Brown

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