| Location | Birmingham |
| Age | 66 years |
| Cause of Death | Cancer |
| Date of Birth | 15/03/1932 |
| Date of Death | 01/10/1998 |
| Visitors | 2,020 since 01/04/2007 |
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DAD - IF I COULD TURN BACK TIME
AND ONCE MORE HEAR YOUR VOICE
I'D TELL YOU OUT OF ALL THE DAD'S
YOU'D STILL BE MY NO. 1 CHOICE
My Dear Dad - Albert
On your epitath it reads 'The finest man I know' and that is so true. You had a hard start in life - being badly scalded on your chest as an infant, being evacuated in the war to a family who were less than kind to you and losing three siblings to common illness' which could be cured now. But it didnt make you bitter. It made you strong, yet sensitive to the needs of others. A hard worker, trustworthy and reliable. I thought all men must be the same until I grew up and found out some men arent. I was just lucky. And you were so talented. There was nothing you couldnt do. Whether it was common DIY, building a porch, installing central heating, plumbing in caravans, creating the garden pool you loved so much or repairing your own car. When Mom died the wheels came off our family. We trundled on, but nothing was the same. But you did all you could for me. Paying for the deposit on my first home, buying me a car when my first marriage failed and getting me a personal computer, when you knew I longed for one, but couldnt afford it. You didnt have much, but all you did have, you willingly shared with me.
You loved my children and they loved you. You were the biggest support when my eldest child was born disabled and when I lost two more. But also shared the joy with me, when I remarried and went onto have two more healthy children.
And then, like my Mom before you - you were diagnosed with Cancer and died less than two years later. As gutting as losing your first parent is, losing the second is just plain awful. I became an orphan overnight and with no siblings to share the grief. I felt too young at 32 to be going through this. Far too young - like a little child again. Only there was no Dad there to make it all better this time. And better you did make it, always. I felt safe when you were around, brave! I havent felt brave or safe since your death - but I put on a good act - because I want to be, to my children - what you are/were to me - a hero.
I remember you best, at our Caravan in Arley, Worcs. - where you were so happy - amongst the countryside, doing your fishing, gardening and helping out on the Site. I hope your soul roams there happily, along with my Mom and the babies I lost. I hope your retirement came in heaven, as you got to have none on earth.
Thanks for teaching me what a man should be like!
I am so proud you were my Dad.
God Bless,
My love and deepest respect always.
Your daughter Sarah xxxxxxxxxxxxx
I KNOW YOUR NOT IN PAIN NO MORE
SITTING HIGH UP ON YOUR CLOUD
I'M GOING TO DO ALL I CAN TO MAKE YOU
VERY PROUD
I'LL NEVER STOP MY GRIEVING
SO I WONT EVEN TRY AND PRETEND
BUT FOR NOW THIS IS GOODBYE
TO MY DAD, MY HERO AND MY FRIEND
Happy New Year. Another without you, but another closer to Home
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Thirteen Years in Heaven - Thirteen Reasons to Love and Thank my Dad
Thank you for always loving my Mom, from the day of your marriage to the day she died, and in the years which fell either side.
Thank you for coming to every Parent's Evening, every school event and defending me, when I was unfairly treated by others.
For coming to find me when I was upset & hurt - either by a job loss or a stupid boyfriend.
For taking me swimming every Saturday morning, to the Fair, to the FireWorks displays - and all those other things which must have drove you barmy.
For teaching me to drive, and buying me a car - when my first husband upped and left and took the car with him. Thank you for buying me a car - better than your own, cause you prized my safety above all else.
Thanks for teaching me to fish and play golf.
Thank you for paying for Zoe's funeral and being the biggest support when Bethany was diagnosed with Autism. And for not judging me when I got pregnant again in circumstances which were difficult.
Thank you for buying me a baby heart monitor for my subsequent pregnancies, after Zoe was stillborn - so I wouldnt worry. I now know how expensive this was. And for buying me my first laptop when you knew how much I wanted one.
Thank you for paying the deposit on my first house. And always maintaining it for me.
Thank you for looking after me when Mom died.
For teaching me right from wrong. Humility, respect & loyalty. For being a hard worker, trustworthy and a true male role model. For the many lessons in life you taught me - I thank you.
For always making me feel safe, secure - confident in myself. For always being on my side and believing in me, when I didnt believe in myself.
For teaching me how to die as you live. With courage, wit & grace.
A N D
Most of all thank you for being the best Dad and Granddad. The Finest Man I know. Loving me more than you loved yourself. Putting me first, as I now do - my children.
God Bless you
Albert Edward Hodson (1932-1998)
From your devoted daughter - your one and only, Sarah x x x x
For the Finest Man I Know
♥ I am the wind in your hair, with you everywhere
I am the stars in the sky and the sun up high ♥
♥ I am the waves in the ocean, with your every emotion
I am the snow on the ground, I am all around ♥
♥ I am the flowers in the meadow, wherever you go
I am the moon at night, please know I'm alright ♥
♥ I am the bird's sweet song, I am not gone
I am the blossom on a tree, you'll never forget me ♥
♥ I am the rain on your face, a rainbow's embrace
I am the leaves on the ground, I'll always be around ♥
♥ I am the fluffy white clouds, innocent and pure
Look all around you, you'll feel me I'm sure ♥
♥ I am that warm loving feeling, deep in your heart
My memories live on, we'll never be apart ♥
♥ I am all around you, in all that you see, hear and do
Just reach right out now, I am always here with you ♥
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Happy Easter Dad
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We Celebrate Your Life - by Joanna Fuchs
Of all the men in the whole wide world,
Whose praises are sung out loud,
There is no man whom I respect more,
Or of whom I am more proud.
Throughout the years, you’ve worked so hard
To provide us a happy life;
You’ve been there to help and give advice,
And you did it all without strife.
That is why on this day each year,
I pray all your wishes come true;
Today we celebrate your life,
So Dad, Happy Birthday to you.
By Karl and Joanna Fuchs
For you Dad x
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For you Dad - On your 12th Anniversary x
I Shall Remember You
I shall remember you for as long
as there are fields of snow
And there are flowers in the ground
with strength to grow.
As long as there are stars above
and moonbeams on the sea,
And just as long as there are songs
of love and memory.
I shall remember you today
and dreams of you tonight,
And look for you tomorrow when
the sun begins to light.
Whatever season, month or year
this much will be the same,
The special sound of joy will be
the mention of your name.
I shall remember you for as long
as there are earth and sky.
And all eternity
may it take to say goodbye
For you Dad - xx
Time for me to go now, I won't say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky.
In the morning sunrise when all the world is new,
Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.
Time for me to leave you, I won't say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, high up in the sky.
In the evening sunset, when all the world is through,
Just look for me and love me, and I'll be close to you.
It won't be forever, the day will come and then
My loving arms will hold you, when we meet again.
Time for us to part now, we won't say goodbye;
Look for me in rainbows, shining in the sky.
Every waking moment, and all your whole life through
Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.
Just wish me to be near you,
And I'll be there with you.
For you Dad - 10 years today
It has been 10 years since you died Dad, and I can honestly say that time dont make your loss any easier to bare - although I do remember you during the good times of your life now, and not just the 2 years illness that blighted the end of your life. Looking back you had a good life in many ways. A good marriage, no money worries, your caravan that you loved so, your hobbies and many good friends and family who all loved you. Especially me and Mom. In the decade since you died - much has changed for me, as a person. I've missed your support, your unconditional love, your wisdom and most of all, how safe and brave you made me feel. Age has also taught me, that you must have felt fear and sadness at times, but you covered it well. You were and always will be, the main and most important man in my life. I love my husband and son, but they dont love me back in the way you did. That love can only come from a parent to a child. It dont work as deeply in the reverse or with a spouse. I hope I was as good a daughter to you, as you were a Dad to me. I love and miss you and feel so grateful and lucky that you were mine, as a Dad. Words alone cant convey how much you meant to me, how much you taught me and how sorely you're missed in the life's of me and my children. I can only hope, from afar - that you still watch over me, and guide me and feel proud that I am your daughter. God Bless you Dad xx Till the day, we meet again - rest easy. You are still the finest man I know - nothing changes xx
Memories
Memories are heartbeats
sounding through the years
echoes never fading
of our smiles and our tears
moments that are captured
sometimes unaware
pictured in an album
or a lock of hair
Images that linger
deep within the mind
bit of verse we cherished
once upon a time
through the musty hallways
of the days we knew
ever comes the vision
beautiful and true
Memories are roses
blooming evermore
full of fragrant sweetness
never known before
life must have a meaning
goals for which to strive
memories are lights that burn
to keep the heart alive
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