Henry J. Hodgson

Henry J. Hodgson, age 83, of Fall River, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026 at Clifton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Somerset with his wife by his side. He was the husband of Joan (Fallon) Hodgson, to whom he had been married 56 years.

Born in Fall River, a son of the late Henry and Pearl (Dunse) Hodgson, he was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School, Class of 1960. Henry then furthered his education at Southeastern Massachusetts University and Bridgewater State University where he obtained a master’s degree. He spent his entire career at Henry Lord Middle School starting as a teacher and retiring as Vice Principal in 2003.

Henry was a lifetime member of the Elk’s Lodge #118 in Fall River. An avid New England sports fan, he enjoyed jogging and ran every day for as long as he was able to. His biggest running accomplishment was completing the New Bedford ½ marathon.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one sister, Pearl Rousseau of Somerset; as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and his two beloved cats, Batman and Pee Wee. Henry was the brother of the late Marilyn Potter.

His funeral mass will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 10:00AM in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Spring St., Fall River. Relatives and friends are invited. The family will greet guests on the way into mass from 9:30 to 9:55AM. Burial in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fall River. Contributions in his honor may be to Forever Paws, 300 Lynwood St., Fall River, MA, 02721.