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Elaine McGonegal-Hiscock posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Gerard. I met Gerard while in Grade 9 at Denis Morris High School. In the early seventies I had moved to Saint John, NB and Gerard rode his motorcycle out to visit me. He was a great guy and I deeply regret not looking him up over the years. My sincere deepest sympathy to all the members of Gerard's family.
Elaine McGonegal-Hiscock
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Diane (Ujfalussy) Barton posted a condolence
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Marie, my deepest sympathy to you and your boys. My heart aches for you right now. I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.
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Maureen and Dave Cooke posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Louise, Trevor and family.
We are deeply saddened at the loss of Gerard. He was a beautiful person and a wonderful father who adored his children. Please know we are thinking of all of you at this most difficult time. I'm glad we had the pleasure of knowing Gerard. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Sincerely Maureen and Dave
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Stephanie Reid posted a condolence
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Marie, Coulson, Grayson and family;
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family at this time.
With Deepest Sympathies;
Stephanie & Campbell Reid and family
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Donna Laframboise posted a condolence
Sunday, November 23, 2008
To the Bodogh family. Gerard will be missed. I only knew him a short time, but he will always be my friend. What of him that I can say, is that he would do anything for anyone. I know, because he helped me. I will miss his laugh and his care and concern. (My dearest, thank you for listening to my voice.)
Donna.
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Norman Howe posted a condolence
Sunday, November 23, 2008
RE: Gerard
Sunday November 23, 12noon
I have no memory for dates, but from the day that I met him, before he and Louise were married, Gerard always called me MIS-TER Howe (never Norman or Norm), sounds formal, but it had a warm and affectionate ring to it, and I loved him for it.
Gerard went out of his way to do stuff for me (and many others). When I say me, I always include Margherita as he loved us both, and she loved him back.
When we were at the White House in Niagara on the Lake, long before he and Louise were married, he built a huge section of fence between our house and Charlie Brunger†™s, including digging the 6 foot deep post holes and meticulously finishing the fence with pointed pickets and 2x4 cross rails. He put up our 25†™ steel flagpole, which entailed digging another deep and large hole for the concrete base †" It still stands to this day. Everything he did for us, he did well and I will never pass that flag without thinking of him.
As with the many problems we all had and knew there was one man who could fix them with his swiftness; selflessly it was Gerard to the rescue
Having built a beautiful home in Port Dalhousie (Where Gerard and his first wife Louise lived happily, both before, and after they were married), those were the good days. I always felt Gerard should have made a business out of building homes, which he did so well and so imaginatively; instead he joined F.L Bodogh Lumber and tried to live up to the impossibly high standards of the family business.
Then Gerard and Louise were married in a beautiful wedding in our garden, a happy, happy day, and miraculously almost 9 months to the day, son Trevor arrived.
Trevor, after the first few months after colic, etc, turned into a happy, healthy and beautiful baby and toddler - Gerard doted on him.
Suffice it to say, on balance, he was a loving father and husband †" period. Trevor will always have happy memories of his Dad, playing Squash with him, fishing and doing lots of everything together. These are the enduring memories and will last forever.
Lucklessly, Gerard was plagued by demons that would not go away †" There is no miraculous cure for them, nor a rational reason for their tenacious grip. I will always remember the genuine smile and warm love he radiated †" He is gone but will always be with us, his family.
He will wait for us in another place, warm, loving and happily at peace.
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JK Hendriks posted a condolence
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Trevor, I†™m very sorry to hear about the death of your dad, especially given the circumstances of his death. He was a great guy and I know you are going to miss him a lot. I have some good memories of your dad that I†™d like to share here.
The thing I remember the most about your dad was how genuinely friendly he was towards me when I would come by your house. He was usually working outside or in the garage when I†™d pull up, and he would immediately engage me in friendly conversation. He would ask about our biketrials stuff †" you could tell he was really interested, and he encouraged us to go and have fun.
I remember the picture you showed me of the two of you in St. Kitts when you had that old green mountain bike with toe clips: the two of you looked so happy. The stories you told me of how he got you organized in squash when you were younger (and you ended up being a little superstar of course, I†™m sure he was proud). The stories you told me of him driving you to trials comps and group rides back in the day when you first got into biking. He seemed like he was really active in your life at that time. I'm sure there are a lot of good memories.
My thoughts go out to the entire Bodogh family, especially Trevor, Coulson and Grayson.
-JK
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Irma and Geurt VandenDool. posted a condolence
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Dear Bodogh family,
Irma and I wish to extend our sincere condolences with the passing of Gerard.
May God keep you in His care during this difficult time.
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David Robertson posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
My friend died today.
By his own hand, he just went away.
Alone with the demons that drove him mad;
Seems like none of us would lend a hand.
He spoke to those that do not hear,
In a voice so clear, yet full of fear,
But who of us did lend an ear
Nor will even now shed a tear?
Shouldn†™t we toast him as a brave old fart,
Bright of eye and a swoon in our hearts?
Yet always that shadow on his path
That some would say †œIt†™s God†™s wrath†�.
Too late we wonder and speculate
Why was our friend so desperate?
But maybe we should all postulate -
Why was I not my brother†™s keeper
when I could†™ve help the speaker?
If we fail to listen to those in need
When much of our lives are guided by greed
And it seems it†™s all about me - me †" me
Beware - the same fate may just await thee.
Life is too short so heed this well -
Help others and you may just reap as well!
But, act now, before it†™s all said and done
Or shame on us all and the Devil has won.
Ode to a lost brother.
DDR
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Loretto (Ford)Woods posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Bodogh family. I knew Gerard most of my life but hadn't seen him in a few years. He was a beautiful man, inside and out. I didn't know that he suffered so long. My hope is that he is now at peace. I can't imagine the loss your family must be feeling.
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Horvath Family posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Marie, Coulson and Grayson: Our thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. With love from your friends, Paul, Renee, Kyle and Shaelyn
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gertrud liho posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
My heart goes out to you Trevor and your whole family. It is hard to say good-bye to a father when one is still so young. I can still see in my mind you, your father and your mother standing in our garden. It was your first visit and he said: "Look Trevor, this is your school now!" He was so proud of you and he loved you deeply. I was glad to see him again when he took part in one of my parenting- courses later with Marie. Coulson was then about 2 years old.
Love you all,
Gertrud Liho
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Nancy Warren(nee Cumming) posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
My heartfelt condolonces to all of Gerards family.I went to DM with Gerard many years ago and like most girls there thought he was ever so dreamy. He was also a very kind and gentle soul.I ran into Gerard a couple of months back and realized not much had changed except the kind and gentle soul was troubled.I hope you find the peace you so craved, I was happy we had the chance to talk that day.
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blain chiavarini posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Our deepest condolences to the entire Bodogh family.May our prayers and Gods unwaivering love help you all find strength and peace.
The Chiavarini's
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doris posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
my thoughts and prayers go out to the Bodogh family
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Claudette Pintwala posted a condolence
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Dear Gerard:
From the day we met long ago at DM - we connected in a special way. I saw your soul through your beautiful blue eyes. You were fun and daring and kind. Recently, I know you didn't always believe me, because that old debilitating depression kept you from seeing what I saw - your authentic self! I am so privileged to have known you and to have been your friend. You were a beautiful man - inside and out. A true gentleman. You were intelligent, had business savvy. You were deeply reflective ("three dimensional"), a golden heart........a lost soul.
God has picked you up now. Now you can clearly see. Now you are free to be happy and watch over those for whom you felt so much love - especially your sons.
Enjoy Gods blessings. Your penance is over!
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Louise Bodogh posted a condolence
Friday, November 21, 2008
May you finally be at peace. It's heartbreaking that you thought there were no choices left or friends and family to call. You will be missed dearly.
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Sean Condon posted a condolence
Friday, November 21, 2008
I just got word a half hour ago on this deeply unfortunate occurrence. The last time I saw Gerard was about two years ago, in winter, outside the Lions' Hall in Stamford. We had both been at the same gathering. We had both been through our trials, each different paths, but similarly frightening and, unfortunately, often showing little light. We talked for a while. He spoke fondly of Coulson and Grayson, and I told him I was happy to hear him speak warmly about his dear sons. Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of what has happened. I know that life can often appear so overwhelmingly dark, that it often seems there is no light anywhere †" not even a pinprick. Gerard spoke of his sons with love when I last saw him. He was lost, he was scared, he was confused, and he was desperate to find a way. That search, I know from experience, is more difficult than most people can imagine. But I did see love in there. I'm not sure what else to say. Marie... I'm so sorry. I'm so sorry. Please, know that you and all three of the boys are deeply loved, even if you can't always see it. I know you love them. And you know they love you. Please, don't ever let that go. You have my love as well. If you need me: I'm at 416.854.8984. I'm not sure what else to say. Please, just remember love. Remember love. And may Gerard have found peace and mercy.
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Debbie Elliott-Kelm (nee Bastings) posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 0002
My sincerest condolences to the Bodogh family and to my highschool friend Gerard my heartfelt memories.
Debbie Elliott-Kelm (nee Bastings)
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Judy Dunham posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 0002
My friend died~and I didn't get to say goodbye.
I barely had a chance to say hello.
I only met Gerard this past summer...my new neighbour...my new friend. He would never miss an opportunity to stop and say hello, give me a smile, let me hear his laugh.
One day we will meet again and speak of times past...and riding our bikes.
Miss You.
judy
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