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Winnipeg Free Press
05-07-2025
- General
- Winnipeg Free Press
GEORGINA HODGSON
Adjust Text Size: A+ A- GEORGINA HODGSON It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the unexpected passing of Georgina Hodgson, at the age of was born on March 30, 1930, in Regina, Saskatchewan, to proud parents George and Agnes Whitbread. As a young teenager, she moved to Winnipeg, where she attended St. Mary's Academy, and later pursued studies at business school. With a sharp mind and dedicated work ethic, she contributed to the family business before choosing to focus her energy on raising her children, a role she cherished above all.A woman of strong values and deep community spirit, she was a proud and active member of the Order of the Eastern Star for more than 60 years, serving with distinction as Worthy Grand Matron of Manitoba from 2004 to 2005. Other memberships included the Shrine Ladies Auxiliary and the Daughters of the Nile. Her service left a lasting impression on many within these organizations and found joy in wintering in Yuma, Arizona, and had a passion for travel, always eager to explore new places. A loyal fan of the Toronto Blue Jays, she rarely missed a game. Above all, Georgina loved nothing more than spending time surrounded by the people she loved and so she moved to Edmonton in 2008 to be with her is deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her immediate family: Nancie, Claire-Ann, Hana (Pete), George, Jennifer, Sadie, and Kendrick. She also leaves to mourn her passing, a large extended family across Canada and the United States, along with many close friends whose lives she touched. She was predeceased by her parents George and Agnes, sister Jean, husband Alvin, stepdaughter Gerri, and son-in-law Jason.A Celebration of Georgina's Life will be held on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 2:00 Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Georgina's honour may be made to MS Canada, the Alberta Cancer Foundation or the Canadian Lung Association, all charities near and dear to her heart. Georgina leaves behind a legacy of warmth, service, and deep familial devotion that will continue to inspire all who knew her. Chapel Lawn Funeral Home204-885-9715 Tribute Link: As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 05, 2025
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Organization supports Jeanerette family after fire destroys their home and belongings
JEANERETTE, La. () — With the help of the Order of the Eastern Star Lucinda Pierre chapter here in Jeanerette, a family was given a little bit of hope after they recently lost everything after their house caught fire. Anjhanae Allen is a nighttime dispatcher at the . On February 27, Allen's life would be turned upside down after she got the call that her house was on fire. 'I flew down main street, and when I got on, when I crossed over MLK (Martin Luther King Drive), I saw the flames. I knew,' Allen said. The organization donated $100 to Allen and her family. While that may not seem like a lot, the small donation can make a big difference. Allen said she is speechless after Eastern Star donated the money to help her as she deals with what happened. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now She said she is grateful for everything the community has done for her family as they continue to move forward following what happened. 'I don't know how to feel like all the donations that I have gotten have been I don't know how to even begin to say thank you,' said Allen. A Warm Week & Mostly Dry Until Late Friday & Saturday… Slemco takes action after early morning thunderstorms Cajun football hosts pro day Jeffries calls for investigation of top Trump officials after bombshell military breach Organization supports Jeanerette family after fire destroys their home and belongings Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
