Timeline for Roy D.(Dave) Hodgman
Born: August 7, 1956
Died: August 15, 2015
Roy D. (Dave) Hodgman, 59, of Ludlow passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Born August 7, 1956 in Brattleboro, VT., he was the son of the late Everett and Lillian (Fostyck) Hodgman. Dave grew up in Winchester and Hinsdale, NH and was a 1974 graduate of Thayer High School in Winchester, NH. He spent his early years working on the family dairy farm in Hinsdale, NH. Dave proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy where he learned his welding trade to become an exceptional welder and maintenance mechanic. After an honorable discharge in 1979 he returned to dairy farming for a few years, then concluding his comprehensive working career as a metal fabricator and maintenance mechanic for several area firms.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Elaine (Lewison) Hodgman a son Nathan Hodgman and a daughter Samantha Hodgman, all of Ludlow, MA. Dave also leaves 2 brothers Donnie and Pete Hodgman both of Winchester, NH and a sister Kathy Nicholson and her husband Stephen of Swanzey, NH
Our Condolence to Elaine,Nathan, Samantha and family members . It saddens us to know that my friend Dave has past on. I will always cherish the times we had together at Coca Cola in Northampton, Ma. We had some good times and I always enjoyed his company. He was a great gentle giant of a man and was always striving to do his best. He was a great welder and mechanic. I looked up to him and respected his knowledge. However most of all he was a great friend. I loved this man and will deeply miss his physical presents . It's hard to believe he's not with us physically, however he is with us in soul and spirit. Love you Brother. We now have another Angel looking over us from the heavens above. So if you see a butterfly or a praying mantis or something out of the ordinary you know it's Dave dropping by to say Hello and all is ok!!
We are so sad to hear of our old friend's passing. He was a special part of our lives and will be dearly missed... Bill, Bambi & Family
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 4:30 PM at the Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home, 64 Sewall St, Ludlow, MA. During this time we welcome and encourage you to share your memories or stories. The service will conclude with Military Honors. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
By Daves request, please dress casually but respectfully.
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Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.
Our Condolence to Elaine,Nathan, Samantha and family members . It saddens us to know that my friend Dave has past on. I will always cherish the times we had together at Coca Cola in Northampton, Ma. We had some good times and I always enjoyed his company. He was a great gentle giant of a man and was always striving to do his best. He was a great welder and mechanic. I looked up to him and respected his knowledge. However most of all he was a great friend. I loved this man and will deeply miss his physical presents . It's hard to believe he's not with us physically, however he is with us in soul and spirit. Love you Brother. We now have another Angel looking over us from the heavens above. So if you see a butterfly or a praying mantis or something out of the ordinary you know it's Dave dropping by to say Hello and all is ok!!
We are so sad to hear of our old friend's passing. He was a special part of our lives and will be dearly missed... Bill, Bambi & Family
Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home
Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.