Obituary of Paden Hodson

Obituary PADEN DEAN HODSON was born February 3, 1990 in Fort St. John, to loving parents Darren and Elaine Hodson. His big brother Brad was so proud of him that he took him to show and tell when Paden was just two weeks old. Elaine swears that's why he didn't graduate, he'd already put in his 12 years. Two years later his little sister Rikki was born. Paden called her his "Little Punkin Pie". Although he always thought of everyone else first, on September 21, 2013, Paden took his own life to be with his dad. He died of a broken heart. For once he thought only of himself. Paden left us to go hunting with his dad. We must all remember that his choice was not meant to harm us. Paden loved very deeply, and everybody here should know, his life was mostly happy, hopeful and filled with many more great moments than bad ones. He used up most of his energy making those of us who had the honour of being in his life smile. Kyle put it perfectly when he said, "I feel sorry for everyone who never met him." As we say goodbye, please believe that: One act, one choice, does not define a life. One act, one choice, is not a legacy. Every moment of compassion, each act of kindness, every story shared every witty comeback. His warm smile, his infectious laugh, every hope, every dream, that is what defines a life and creates a legacy. Remember the things that brought you happiness. Allow the stream of good memories wash away your sorrow. If we remember his love and honor his journey, we can understand and say goodbye. Paden was predeceased by his dad Darren and grandparents Dean Hodson and Max & Marie Friesen. He is survived by his mom Elaine, Grandmother Dianne, Brother Brad, Sister Rikki, and her boyfriend, Paden's bro, Michael Arabe and the rest of us. THANK YOU Words cannot express our gratitude for all the people who stopped to help Paden on September 21, 2013. Thanks so much to the motorists who stopped to help him and called 911. Thank you also to the RCMP, paramedics, flight paramedics, doctors, nurses and all other personnel involved in trying to save Paden's life. We would like to thank family, friends and professionals who supported us during this time of overwhelming grief. The outpouring of love and friendship was tremendous. Thank you for the donations, flowers, food, friendship, and thoughtfulness each and every one showed us. Love, Elaine, Brad, Rikki, Mike and Grandma Dianne Hodson In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy can be made in memory of Paden to the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation or the Darren Almond Memorial Travel Foundation. Visitation SEP 25. 07:30 PM Hamres Funeral Chapel & Cremation Center 10315 - 102 Street Fort St. John, BC, CA, V1J 4B9 Memorial Service SEP 27. 02:00 PM Charlie Lake Community Church 244B rd Charlie Lake, BC, CA, V0C 1H0 http://www.charlielakechurch.com Services