Richard Victor Hodder

Dear Rick, we still remember the good time spent together, and with Margot.
Filippo Miraglia

I am in Winnipeg at the 2025 national acute critical events course for the ICU fellows in Canada.

Every year at the course, we award the Hodder cup (a stolen Molson Canadian pint glass) to the local host.

Recent recipients never had the opportunity to meet Rick, but the more senior faculty still remember him and eulogize him every year as part of the award ceremony.

What a wonderful teacher and person he was.

Just heard about Rick's passing. Rick was one of our high school class (1965). In high school he was a leader who showed great promise in many ways. From what I read, he lived up to his wish to make a difference in the lives of others. I just wanted to add my (belated) condolences to his family, who no doubt miss him very much.

Your husband, your father never gave up on me. I was kept alive at the Civic Hospital on life support for 8 days when I was 27 years old due to a lung condition. Today I crossed the finish line in the half marathon with Dr. R. Hodder's name proudly written on the back of my shirt. RIP Dr. Hodder...I haven't forgotten...Lynn Scott

I am sorry for the loss of Dr. Hodder, He was my fathers Pulmonary Specialist Until his passing in oct 2010.My dad being terminal and even though trying to act strong always came back from seeing Dr.Hodder feeling more assured,he had knew his stuff and somehow kept my dad in line I remember one thing this dr,did for my dad was give him hope He was told he would not live more than 6 months and this being first time line I knew he sad and scared , although sick heart then lung for most life he wasn't ready.Dr Hodder had been out of country while he hospitalized then tech let out to go home and die.Dr.listened to what they told him looked at dad checked his big toe and said hmm funny i don't see an expiry tag on your toe,I see patients sicker than you that are wheeled in and cant speak as not to use air Dad called me that night so excited that for once in last few months he had hope and started living again to live not die unfortunatly someone at hosp.had crystal ball they said six months and 6 months almost to the day he unexpectly took last breath.But wanted people to know what he did for my dad in the end that i never forgot as well as how glad i was that he knew all there is to know in his field and made sure my dad had lastest care and info avail.and even considered doing old ox del.trick they rarely use anymore but provide better air and no tubes in way told dad he look into into beut if he pestered him or annoyed him to push it fasster he woul forget he knew how to do procedure..lol For once someone could make him be quiet and not get in trouble.Thank You Dr. Hodder you were what the world needs not just .doctor but a healer

I was looking through some photographs today, saw some of Rick, and was saddened to remember that he is gone. Our families were together in Barcelona two or three years ago. I'm sorry for your loss; I respected Rick highly for his intelligence and sense of humor. Please accept my belated sympathy.
Please accept my belated sympathy.

I recently heard about Dr. Hodder's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Hodder helped me survive my critical illness in ICU in 2000 and I'll never forget his smiling face and words of encouragement. He had a tremendous impact on my life and I hope that you will find comfort in your memories and knowledge that he made an enormous difference in many lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so shockingly saddened, I just found out today of his passing. I was his medical secretary in 1984. He bought my artwork when I became a full time artist for his home and I painted his backyard rink with his kids in and Margo.. May everyone remember this wonderful doctor and, person...So sorry for his sudden passing. Katerina Mertikas

My sincere condolences to Rick's family. I went through High School at Agincourt Collegiate with Rick (1960-65) and then went through Honours Physics with him at York University (1965-69). He was excellent academically in all subjects, graduating from grade 13 with 13 "firsts" under the Ontario-wide exams (probably a record). At the same time, he was Agincourt CI's athlete of the year.
He had a great sense of humour and was always fun to be with and easy to talk to. It is no surprise to me that he was loved and appreciated by all those who knew him and came under his medical care.
Rest in peace old friend.

It was with great shock and sadness that I found out today that Dr Hodder had passed. Dr Hodder was a man unlike most doctors with his special compassion, personality and witt. He will be greatly missed by all whose life he touched. Rest in peace Dr Hodder.

With much respect

Joyce and Dale Graham
Cornwall, ON
Former client of Dr Hodder

On behalf of our organization, Board of Directors, the members and myself, we extend our most sincere condolences to the Hodder family. Many, if not most of us, were familiar with Dr. Hodder's works including his book ...."Every Breath I Take: A Guide to Living With COPD." We referred or recommended it often.

We are so very sorry for your family's loss and the added loss to so many of us who are patients.

Jackie Whitaker, President
COPD Canada Patient Network

On behalf of members of the Academy of Medicine Ottawa, sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Rick Hodder. Dr. Hodder was a member of the AMO for 28 years.
Dawna Ramsay
Executive Director
Academy of Medicine Ottawa

Rick was my resp doctor for many years I just
found out today about his sudden passing. We shared a friendship as Doc and Patient. We both
had the same sense in clothing and ofter talked
about my style and clothing store. I never met Ricks Family but I saw them grow up through the pictures he had in his office in the basement at the Civic. Fond memories
will always remain....Bob Cabana

Rick was my cousin. Rick and Steve Hodder along with their parents Mary and Jack Hodder and my family, the Browns (Aunt Hilda and Uncle Walter) spent the most fabulous fun summers in Muskoka from the time we were small to our late teens. We would waterski all day long. We boated, canoed, sailed, played cards and laughed a great deal all the time. I will always think of Rick and Steve at the cottage and all the great summers we shared. Rick may be gone but the memories are still alive.
Love, Joyce Brown Mason

Our sincere condolences for the loss of your husband, father, son and brother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kristi Mason & Family

Remembering Rick as a nice person for his outstanding knowledge of medicine and peculiar sense of humour, we are very sorry to hear of his passing. We lost a friend and will miss him very much.
Condolences to Margo and all his family

Prof. Vincenzo Bellia
on behalf of Società Italiana di Medicina Respiratoria in Età Geriatrica SIMREG
Palermo
Italy

To the Hodder Family,
We're very sorry to hear of Dr. Hodder's passing. We will always remember the excellent care he provided my mom while she was in the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Our deepest condolences to you all.

As Rick's fly half at York from 1966-68, I have a lot of fond memories. I remember Rick as a tremendous tackler and speedy runner who was hard to stop. Condolences to his family.

We were saddened to hear of the loss of a wonderful man and physician. Our medical community will be poorer due to his loss. While we are getting "long in the tooth" ourselves, we will remember Rick for his amazing teaching skills both for residents and at continuing medical education sessions. Condolences to his friends and family.

The Physicians and Staff of the St. Lawrence Medical Clinic

I'm so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Rick's sense of life, sense of humour, and clinical and teaching skill were a model to those around him. He is, and will remain, deeply missed by Ottawa's respiratory community, and by the University of Ottawa.

To Margo and all of Rick's family.
It was my pleasure to not only be a rugby teammate of Rick's, but to play right beside him for so many wonderful years, as the other centre.
We also attended Agincourt CI together.
He was an outstanding athlete, a dedicated student and doctor, and an elite human being with an incredible sense of humour.
He will be missed terribly by all of us who knew him.
My sincere condolences

Margo and Family
Rick was a powerful and skilled center for the Toronto Barbarian rugby club and a good pal
I will remembrer his warm easy smile
My Condolences
Charles Noble

As a member of the Lung family, I had the opportunity to hear Rick speak many times. His knowledge was always current and reliable. From the publications that I have read, it is evident that he cared deeply for his clients with COPD and wanted to help them be stronger and get more out of their lives. He has truly made a difference in the loves of many people living with COPD.
My heart goes out to his family.

Rick's joie de vivre was legendary. I will remember him for his great sense of humour, colourful tie collection and his generous wisdom.

It was always such a pleasure and great learning experience when Dr Hodder was around. He will truly be missed. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.

'bye, Rick.
News of your passing is a shock, indeed.
You are remembered as a swift, strong running centre for the Toronto Barbarians Rugby Club, a great person and club member and perennial winner of our annual squash tournament. This loss is too soon.

I will always remember you, Rick. At York you encouraged me to become a teacher. I remember your great Rugby plays too. My love and heart goes out to Margo and children. Affectionately, Nick Mitchell.

Margo & Family :
I was so very sorry to hear of Rick's sudden passing - I know you must be devastated to lose such a great husband, father, son and brother.
Deepest sympathy to you all.
Joanne MacKinnon
(Somerset Towers)

So sorry for your lose, he will be greatly missed by his family and collegues. He treated my brother in February and we loved seeing what tie he was wearing, my favorite was the one with the pigs.

I spoke to Dr. Hodder on the phone once or twice while transferring a critical patient, and I was impressed by his knowledge and efficiency. I also appreciated that he travelled regularly to Cornwall, which meant that patients who could not make it to Ottawa were still able to see a respirologist.

I offer my sincere condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.

My deepest sympathies go out to the Hodder family. It was a priviledge to work with him.

Margo,and your family, my sincere condolences on the passing of Rick. What a shock to hear.

My mother worked in the respirology unit at the Civic for a number of years and specifically for Rick at times. I sincerely agree with her in that Rick was truly one of the nicest, warmest person she had the prviledge of knowing and working with.

Always a true gentleman.

Peter Zanick

Dr Hodder saved my life when I suffered a near death bout of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) twelve years ago. As a result, I have enjoyed twelve years with my wife and three young children. Dr. Hodder was brilliant, but very down to earth. I am so saddened to hear of his passing - he will be greatly missed by all who his life touched. I extend my thoughts and prayers to his family.

Rick may you rest in eternal peace
You were one in a million -one of the few willing to make the deep dive to get the pearls.
We miss you already. My thoughts are with Margo and the family

Renata xo

Our deepest condolences to you in this difficult time. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
The Perciasepe Family.

Dear Rick,
We spent so beautifull time in Italy and sure..I have learnt a lot from you. You're a special person... We'll miss you!

Rick Hodder was one of the most amazing people I've ever met - I knew him only briefly, but his compassion and relentless care, especially for my father, Anthony Johansen, was unmatched. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Like my father for me, I hope he becomes even stronger in your hearts.

Thinking of Rick and his family

What an amazing doctor and man... I'm so sorry for such a huge loss.

Sincere condolences from a grateful patient.

My condolences, Margo, to you and to your family. Such a sad loss. I remember how he tried so hard to cure Anthony, and how kind he was to me and to the boys.