Blair Hodges – Handley and Anderson Funeral Services

Date of Funeral

December 9, 2022

HODGES - Blair William
19/02/1950 - 28/11/2022
Passed peacefully in the beautiful care of Epworth Hospital
and his cherished family.
Adored husband of Lyne.
A truly great man of integrity, wisdom
and generosity.
Deeply loved and admired by family and friends.

Obituary
Condolences

A Thanksgiving Service to Celebrate the Life of
Mr. Blair William Hodges will be held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church,
Bruce Street, Leongatha on FRIDAY (Dec. 9, 2022) commencing at 11:00am.
A Private Family burial will precede this service.
Below is the recording of Blair’s service.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/1tlzl8djsvhapqx/BLAIR_HODGES.mp4?dl=0

Condolences(8)

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Gary Collins says
December 5, 2022 at 4:20 pm

To Lyne and Family As you have noted Blair was a man of integrity,wisdom and generosity.I would also add honesty and sense of fairness.As you know we met Blair through our realestate business in Merimbula and the two of you were more than clients you were our friends.Blair was a pleasure to do business with no BS a straight shooter who stood by his word and was always respectful.A wonderful man who we will always have fond memories of.Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.Gary and Danielle Collins
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Robert and Christina Edwards says
December 6, 2022 at 8:50 am

Our condolences to Lyne and family for the lose of Blair who I met in the flying days at Leongatha’ Airfield. A lovely man and well respected. We remember him often as we live in Blair Crescent which I believe is named after him. RIP
Rob & Christina Edwards
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  Clare Hack says
  December 7, 2022 at 12:14 pm
  
  I am thinking of you Lyn. I have many memories of both you and Blair from many years ago. Blair was such a nice bloke, he will be missed. Stay strong.
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kerry hogan says
December 6, 2022 at 3:00 pm

Dear Lyne – we were so sorry to hear your very sad news that Blair had passed away.
Our thoughts & deepest sympathy are with you
Love Kerry Hogan & Family
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Simon and Karen Harrod says
December 8, 2022 at 10:14 pm

Dear Lyne and family, we’ve only known you for a relatively short period since moving in as your neighbours in Inverloch. Blair was always friendly and warm to us and he always had a fire in his belly about doing something which we admired greatly in him. I’ve lost count of the number of times I had to tow him out with my tractor when he got bogged in the ute or the mower and we always had a laugh about it together. We will miss him very much and we wish you our sincerest condolences – Simon, Karen, Ajax and Sprokit (who will miss his pats!)…
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Jerry A says
December 9, 2022 at 9:08 am

Lyne,
My thoughts and heart are with you during this time. I’m so sorry for the loss of Blair as I know was he was special person in your life. He was not only just a gentleman to speak too, but a friend when he came in into our dealership to see what car he would get next ,
I will definitely miss his conversations and laughter when he popped in to say hello .
May the many happy memories that you made together be a consolation today and all the days ahead. I send you my sincere condolences and sympathies..
Jerry Ajro Mercedes Benz
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Lyn Phillips says
December 9, 2022 at 9:09 am

Dear Lyne,
We cannot find the right words to express our sadness at the passing of Blair. Blair has been an exceptional and much valued friend to us over the last 40 years. We cannot be there with you today but will be ‘there’ virtually on the live stream.
Here is a little poem that may give you some comfort. It is called

“Do not stand at my grave and weep” by Mary Elizabeth Frye.

Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there.I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the light on ripening grain. I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awake in the mornings hush, I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I did not die.
Our love and thoughts always,
Martin and Lyn XX
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Elizabeth F Luna says
December 9, 2022 at 12:45 pm

Dear Lyn.
The sadness and pain we are feeling in our heart is indescribable.
“ Because someone we love is in heaven,
There’s a little bit of heaven
in our Home “ ❤️
Our thoughts and prayers are with you beautiful Lyn.
Love Elizabeth Frances and Danny Luna.