Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home

02/15/2026

Happy third birthday to our favourite staff member, Mr. E. Pickles!

(Don't let that serious expression fool you, look closer and you'll see the blur that is his ever-wagging tail!)

02/12/2026

💐Shopping local and supporting local matters - especially when the Internet can lead even savvy users astray, time is of the essence, and it's an emotional time.

💐We've not had many floral deliveries from online floral services claiming to be local, thanks in part to our two excellent flower shops in St. Marys: The Flower Shop and More and Lyric Flowers. Both are listed on our website, and we welcome calls from family and friends looking for local suggestions.

💐If you're ordering memorial flowers for an out-of-town service or family, call the funeral home handling the service and ask which flower shop the family is using, or a local shop that staff recommend.

💐If this isn't an option, follow these simple steps to support local and send the best quality flowers in your budget, as per the post below:

1. Open Google Maps
2. Search: "[town name] florist"
3. Look for 4.5+ stars and a visible storefront
4. Call them directly
Ask what's special in their fridge. Ask what's a really good deal. Ask what they can do within your budget and the recipient's aesthetic to (as my Dad liked to say) "knock their socks off!"

02/11/2026

Kathryn Aldis passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026. She is survived by her brother Andrew. Cremation has taken place. Interement in St. Marys Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Defeat Duchenne Canada (formerly Jesse's Journey).

02/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended Monday night's presentation on After Life Care Planning, and a special thank you to St Marys Public Library for hosting us!

Didn't attend? You can always set up an appointment with Andrew to discuss your plans, either here at the funeral home or at a location that's convenient for you.

You can also view our price list, and complete a vital information collection form on our website: https://hodgesfuneralhome.ca/136/Funeral-Price-List.html

There is never any obligation when exploring pre-arrangement options with us. We appreciate when families are informed, and know that no question is ever "too weird" for us!

02/03/2026

We're less than a week away from this informative (and amusing, if you know Andrew) session!

If you'd like to attend, please sign up via the link in the original post so we have enough materials for everyone.

Our Learning for Life programming continues!

Join us on Monday, February 9th from 6:00-8:00pm for a presentation by licensed funeral director Andrew Hodges, owner of Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home, in St. Marys. This free presentation will cover pre-arranging your funeral, arrangement options, what happens at the time of death and more - followed by a Q&A.

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/After-Life-Care-Planning

02/01/2026

John Edward Bettridge, of Bayfield and formerly of Stratford, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026 at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, in Goderich, at the age of 89. He is survived by his wife Margaret Murray-Nicholson, daughters Julie Hagan of Dallas, Texas and Lynne Bettridge of Toront...

01/26/2026

On yet ANOTHER snowy day, we'd like to give a shout-out to Chris and crew at Petals and Foliage, who keep our driveway and parking lot clean and passable during the winter months!

We're especially grateful that he now does snow removal... there's nothing quite like watching "snow mountain" getting hauled away from the warmth of one's living room!

01/23/2026

We're thrilled to partner with St Marys Public Library to offer this free information seminar on Monday, February 9 at 6 p.m. at the Pyramid Recreation Centre!

Please note that registration is required; simply click on the link in the post below. We look forward to answering your questions and "lifting the shroud" on this time of life!

Our Learning for Life programming continues!

Join us on Monday, February 9th from 6:00-8:00pm for a presentation by licensed funeral director Andrew Hodges, owner of Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home, in St. Marys. This free presentation will cover pre-arranging your funeral, arrangement options, what happens at the time of death and more - followed by a Q&A.

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/After-Life-Care-Planning

01/23/2026

Merry Lee Freeman (nee Murray) passed peacefully at University Hospital after a brief illness, on January 20, 2026 at the age of 56. Cherished momma of William "BJ" Roger (Krissy) and Dan Roger, sister of Jamie, and daughter of Wilma and the late Jim Murray. Loving Grandma of Bishop and Corbin. Merr...

01/22/2026

It is with deep sorrow our family announces the sudden passing of our beloved mother and wife Marlene Hayes, 77. Marlene will be remembered for her sharp sense of humor, her resilience, and her deep commitment to her family. She may not have sugar-coated things, but her love was absolute—and that ...

01/21/2026

A reminder that there will be an open house celebration of life for Mr. Riodan at the ST. MARYS LEGION (66 Church St. N.) this Saturday, January 24 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Paul “Chicago” Riordan passed away suddenly at his home in Stratford on Dec. 8, 2025 at the age of 70. Survived by his siblings Connie Hart (Gary), Cheryl Riordan, Stew Riordan (Cheryl), Jim Riordan (Linda), and Claude Riordan (Chantelle Mattiussi). Also survived by friend Laura Dempsey and seve...