Contributions to the tribute of Jessie K. Hodkinson

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Diane and Tim Merchant posted a condolence

We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother, Veronica and Family. We were fortunate to know both your parents as neighbors when we lived on South Jay St. Your Mom was truly a peaceful and gentle woman. She is in Peace and our hope is that we will see her again and the wonderful memories she left for us.

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Doris Sprague posted a condolence

I worked with Jessie in payroll at Griffis. I always looked forward to seeing Jessie when going to our GALS luncheons. On some occasions, dear to me, we were able to be seated together. She was such a beautiful, gracious lady who adored her family.

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Ray & Arlene Johnson posted a condolence

My wife, Arlene, and I first met Mrs. Hodkinson on August 17, 2008, at the Albany Medical Center Hospital, in Albany, NY. It was very shortly after she had undergone extensive surgery for her disease. As a physician visiting someone of her age who had just endured such a procedure, I anticipated seeing a lady with numerous tubes and most likely with a depressed outlook on life. What I found, however, was a vibrant person with an aura of youthful exuberance who exuded love, strength, and self-assurance. At that moment, I fell in love with her, and my wife and I felt that we had known her for a number of years because of her warm reception. Although we never had another opportunity to visit with her, I maintained contact with her by telephone. Despite a tumultuous course in her disease subsequently, I never left a telephone conversation with her without the feeling that the relationship we shared was special and very meaningful to both of us. Similarly, the spirit of caring, concern, and family has spread between us and her family. We have known Loraine for years, as her husband, Bill, was my very best friend in the world. We saw Debbie and her husband, Tim, at the hospital in August; and I have spoken with Donna and Ronnie by phone on several occasions. As a result of these contacts, but primarily because of her inner drive, determination, and personal caring, Mrs. Hodkinson will always hold a special place in my heart, and my wife and I will both feel that our lives have been enriched because for one brief moment, she opened up her heart to let us in. May she rest in peace after a hard-fought battle. Most important, may all of her family continue to bask in the love which she had for each of them individually, and for all of them collectively. She will be sorely missed! With love and deep condolences, Ray and Arlene Johnson

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Tony Migliaccio posted a condolence

I grew up next door to Doug & Jesse and knew most all the family. I have such great memories of sitting on the porch drinking a pop or enjoying a popsicle with Doug while Jesse would wave out the big picture window at us. For years I would help them by mowing the lawn while they were on vacation, picking up sticks around the yard after the storms, carrying things up and down the cellar stairs and even snowblowing the driveway when a Nor'easter was blowing thru. In 1997 my wife and I moved to NC and Jesse would always ask how we were doing. Each year when we came home, we made sure to stop by and visit. She loved seeing our kids and would reminisce of when I was a young boy. Please know we will miss her and know your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

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Cynthia Green posted a condolence

Jessie was a second mother to me. Always there with a smile and a kind word. She was best friends of my parents and we were blesed by her and Doug's liveliness and laughter. Most of all Jessie was a GREAT prayer warrior for anyone who asked. Her life was lived in God's image. I loved you Jessie, and know you are an angel watching your family from heaven.

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Lorraine (Trophia)Hoke posted a condolence

To Lorraine & Family, So sorry for the loss of your mother. Lorraine, Cathy Sexton just told me of your loss. I'm here in Az for a few months and just heard the sad news of Cathy losing her brother Mickey! I remember your mom when she worked at Griffiss so many years ago, as well when we were all in school together. She was a very sweet and special person. Prayers and Peace to you and yours. Lorraine Hoke

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Elizabeth Wilson posted a condolence

Dear Daughters of Jessie and your families, Today, the tenth day of Jessie's new life with God, I ponder that as 2 Peter 3:8 states, she has been with Him 10,000 years running through meadows of wellness, all reserve gone and laughing and singing with your Dad and so many others who were waiting for her, "Where O death, is your victory? Where O death is your sting?" Joy abounds in her whole being as she now lives in the presence of her Lord and Savior. May this reality of whom she has now become enfold the grief you feel and will continue to feel for her loss. May our God of Comfort soften the sting of death as you go forward without her presence here, yet with the assurance of God's promise that her joy in Him is complete and she is waiting for you. With my deepest sympathy, Elizabeth Wilson

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Jeff & Carrie Tyrrell posted a condolence

To: Lorraine,Veronica,Donna & Debbie Were all so very sorry to hear about aunt Jessie's passing.She was a wonderful person who was blessed with many great qualities which were passed on to each and everyone of you.You couldn't ask to be related to any nicer of a family than yours, and your mother will be truly missed.Were very sorry that we couldn't be there for the funeral as we were out of town with our daughter like mom and dad said.Stay strong through these sad times and hope to see you all sometime soon.God bless you all.

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Carolyn Stafford posted a condolence

I am Carolyn Stafford, the wife of Bob Stafford, a cousin of Doug Hodkinson, thus a cousin of Jessie. I would like to thank Jessie and her family for their part in the many wonderful memories we have as an extended family. The first time I met the family was shortly after Bob and I were married. The pride Jessie and Doug took in their three beautiful little girls, [sorry Debbie, it was before your time!] as the girls lined up sitting on the floor in the living room, so we could take our picture [blonde, brunette and blonde]. Jessie was a gracious and caring hostess. She and Doug had several extended family reunions at their home and we enjoyed ourselves so much. [Debbie and our two children had joined us by that time.] And since Doug and Bob have left us, Jessie and I have visited on the telephone and at her home, catching up on family history, sharing delicious food and generally enjoying each others company. Joe, Bobâ€™s brother in Malone, my family and I will miss her very much! She will always be a special lady!

Jessie K. Hodkinson

1924 - 2009

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