At Exeter Villa, on Saturday, September 10, 2016 of Exeter in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Gloria Hippern. Dear father of Roxanne and Stan White of Point Edward, Derek Hippern, and Jay Hippern both of Huron Park, Janette Hewitt of Sarnia, Laurie and Eric Daymon of Strathroy, and Jennifer and Chris Quirt of Oshawa. Dear grandfather of Maranda and Moe, Nathaniel, Dylan Jennii, Drake, Lana, Ryan, Justin and Jordan, Kallie, and Lauren. Great-grandfather of Noah and Taj.
Rod’s final resting place will be in Hearts Delight, Newfoundland. A Celebration of Roderick’s life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, R. E. Pooley Branch #167, 316 William Street, Exeter on Sunday September 18th from 2-4 PM. Cremation has taken place.
Donations to the Alzheimer Society or the Parkinson’s Society of Southwestern Ontario would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Bud Sooley
Please accept my condolences
Tracy Hayter and Cora Hayter
Gloria
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Mary Pavkeje
Sincerest sympathy to your family. I loved Rod^s stories of Hearts Delight when he came in the post office M
Reg and Irene Augot
So sorry to hear of Uncle Rods passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time… God Bless
Norm and Kay Tripp
Gloria and Family…….The memories of Rod live on… the photos are a wonderful recollection of his life and family…He loved to tell us a Newfoundlander joke.. We are sorry for your loss..In sympathy…Norm and Kay..
Elizabeth Jackman
Our deepest sympathy on the death of Uncle Rod. Our thoughts are with you.
Elizabeth and Ted
Eric and Shirley Smith
Gloria: Shirley and I were sad to hear of Rod’s passing. We both have so many memories of Rod. At school the teacher could never get mad with Rod because he always flashed his innocent smile. In high school, Rod and I would return to his home late in the evening after his parents had retired for the night. His Mother would have prepared a snack for Rod and me. I still remember the date squares.
In September 1958 Rod and I had gone to a dance at Glenwood to check out the two new teachers. Rod immediately started dancing with the first teacher. The second teacher was dancing with some guy, so I went back to the car for a nap. Later Rod came out and said Smitty you have to come in and dance with the second teacher. So because of Rod, I met my wife, Shirley.
Our visits later with Rod, Gloria and Jay were always enjoyable.
Rod, you will be missed.
Eric and Shirley
Nancy Wilde
Gloria and family, Sorry to hear of Rods passing. Sonny and I had alot of good laughs with Rod over the years……. Please, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers…..Nancy Wilde
Sherrie Glanville
My deepest sympathy to you all at this sad and difficult time.
Ed & Marie Nethercott
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Marilyn + Allan Riley
Sorry for your loss
Faye Lewis Raynard, Massachusetts
Faye Lewis Raynard, Massachusetts
Dear Gloria and family: I was sorry to hear about Rod’s passing and I wish you strength and fond memories as you bid farewell to your husband and loved one. I know I speak for many others too when I recall it was so nice to see you and Rod at the 2005 Gander Flight School reunion. The dance that he promised me was forthcoming and I’ll always remember him with fondness for that. I still have the painting that you both donated to the silent auction which I won. It hangs on the bedroom wall. This depiction in this painting of a group of children and their dog checking out the shores of a pond is reminiscent of a typical Gander area spot. Glad that you will be returning him to “The Rock” as his final resting place. May the love you shared for Rod always reside in your hearts.
Don & Brenda Adey
Sorry to hear of Rod’s passing Our thoughts and prayers are with his family
I knew Rod and was a good friend in the late 50 s and early 60 s
Margaret Brintnell
Gloria & family
My sincere sympathy to all of you at this sad time. All of you will have so many memories of Rod.
Margaret Brintnell
Joyce Mingo Pretty and Audrey Mingo Grantham
Gloria and family: May you be surrounded by God’s loving strength and comfort in this time of sorrow.
We have great memories of Rod when we lived in Gander, and in later years when he visited Halifax, he always called Joyce and we would all meet somewhere for lunch.
Joyce Mingo Pretty
Audrey Mingo Grantham
Bob & Wanda Reynolds
Our thoughts are with you.
Bob and Wanda Reynolds
Nancy Cybulski (Dowson)
Gloria
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May all the wonderful memories bring you comfort. R.I.P. Rod
Ken andShirley ( Heywood ) Simpson
Gloria and family
Sorry to hear of Rod’s passing….our thoughts are with you at such a sad time.
Karen Dickins
Gloria my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Karen and Bill
Mickie Struyke=Laurin
Jay and Jenni and family…My sincere condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather…May Rod RIP
Helen Harris
Gloria and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted with good memories.
Diane Leibold
I regularly visit my mother in the Villa and I kept seeing Rod’s name as I went down the hall and thought of visiting him but didn’t. Now I can see what was drawing me-it is that I had met Roxanne years ago in Kettle Point with Sheila.
Praying for your comfort and peace at this time.
Diane
Dashwood (formerly Thedford)
George and Sue Wilson
Gloria and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. We remember all the fun times we had at bowling. Rod had a “big laugh”! Cherish the happy memories. Keep them close to your heart. Sorry we cannot attend Rod’s Memorial Service. We will be thinking of you on Saturday. George and Sue
Al & Vickie Harvey
Gloria and family
Sorry for your loss. You can call on us for anything Gloria
Nancy Bieber
Gloria and family
I am so sorry to hear of Rods passing all the memories of the good times you have had together will help you get through this difficult time. My thoughts are with you all.
Mel & Kathy Winger
Our deepest sympathy to all .
Helen Mcgregor
Gloria my sincere condolences to you and you family . My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Sharon Dale
Dear Gloria and Family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep the loving memories of your dear Rod close to your hearts and he will always be with you. Our prayers are with you.
Donna Lesperance
Sorry Gloria for your loss. we had many a great times in newfoundland and here. Lots of card playing and just great laugh s My heart goes out too all the family
Brenda Morgan
To the entire family of Rod,, I am so sorry to read about Rod’s passing. He may not have had a recent memory of his life during these last few years, and unfortunately has missed making new memories with you all. But at least you have all had chance to spend time with him, and have memories of those times to keep in your hearts. I am so sorry for your loss,,, Rod was always such a happy person, with that huge smile and infectious laugh. My thoughts are with you all…