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"Mr. and Mrs. W. Hodder. of Selth street, Albert Park, have been notified that their son. SX14943 Richard William (Dick) Hodder, was killed in an air raid over Tokio on July 13 last. He enlisted in October, 1941, and sailed for Malaya the same year. He was taken prisoner at the fall of Singapore, and sent to Siam, No. 3 camp, where he remained until 1944. He was then taken to Tokio on a transport which was sunk by an American submarine, and was reported dead on September 12, 1944. He was, however, picked up and taken to Tokio camp, where he was killed in an air raid." - from the Adelaide Advertiser 25 Sep 1945 (nla.gov.au)

"Ashes Of Australians Held At Yokohama

TOKIO, Thursday.- The ashes of 80 Australian POWs who died in Japanese camps in various parts of the home islands have been deposited in a specially prepared mausoleumn at Yokohama. Seven Victorians and one man from Canberra are included in the official list. The ashes lnclude those of Lieutenant Colonel E. Robertson, commander of the 2/20 Battalion, Eighth Division. Victorians; Signaller Donald Fraser, Third Officer Geoffrey Hall, Gunner John Hannah William Scott Heywood, Driver Richard William Hodder, Petty Officer Thomas Johnson, Third Officer Francis G. Mahoney. Canberra: Private J. A. C. Eddison." - from the Darwin Army News 27 Oct 1945 (nla.gov.au)

"HODDER.— In sad and beautiful memory of our loving son Richard (Dick). killed in action in Japan July 13, 1945. P.O.W., A.I.F. He was ours and we loved him dearly. Let us remember reverently and sadly that we were only saved in every truth by those who gave unstintingly and gladly the scarce-unfolded splendor of their youth, and may God help us to be worthy of the sacrifice he paid.—lnserted by loving mum and dad.

HODDER.— In everlasting remembrance of our darling brother Dick, killed whilst P.O.W., Japan, July 13, 1945. A.I.F. In the prime of his life God claimed him, at the dawn of his manhood days. None knew him but to love him. none mentioned his name but in praise. Behind all shadows standeth God.—lnserted by his loving sister Dawn and brother-in-law Keith.

HODDER.— In loving memory of my brother Dick, killed while prisoner of war in Japan July 13, 1945, A.I.F. He will walk beside me through the coming years, and when the great call comes I'll be with him in a better land. —Inserted by his only brother Robin

HODDER.— In proud and honored memory of our dear brother Dick killed in Japan (P.O.W.). July 13, 1945. A.I F. Sad and sudden was the parting, bitter cruel the blow, how sadly we have missed you no one on earth will ever know. — Ever remembered always by his sister Ruth and brother-in-law Rex.

HODDER.— In sacred memory of our uncle Dick, killed in Japan (P.O W.). July 13, 1945. A.I.F. He was young we say, he was killed and died for us. Let us remember him.—lnserted by his loving nephews Dean, Barry, Richard,

HODDER.— In memory of my grand-son Dick, who paid the supreme sacrifice in Japan July 13, 1945 (P.O.W.). A.I.F. We never miss the sunshine until the shadows fall. —Remembered always by his loving grandmother, E. A. Willoughby.

HODDER.— A tribute of honor to Dick. killed July 13, Japan. Silent memories, true and tender. Just to show we still remember. —Inserted by Mr.- Mrs. Gassner and family.

HODDER.— Dick, died July 13, 1945. P.O.W., Japan. A thought for today, a memory forever. —lnserted by Ivy Griffiths.

HODDER.— A tribute to the memory of Richard William (Dick) Hodder, killed at Tokio, July 13, 1945. Your memory will be cherished with the passing or the years. —Uncle Pat. Auntie Blanche and cousins Din, Bob, John and Brian

HODDER.— A tribute lo the memory of Dick, killed in air raid, Tokio. July 13, 1945. Not only today, but every day, I remember. —lnserted by his pal Cecil.

HODDER.—A tribute of honor to Dvr. R. W. (Dick) Hodder, who paid the supreme sacrifice July 13, 1945. - from Mrs. Boundy and Family.

HODDER. R. W. (Dick).— In memory of my pal, killed in Allied bombing raid, Tokio, July 13, 1945. His duty nobly done. —Always remembered by his pal R. (Dick) Boundy.

HODDER.—In loving memory of dear Dick, died while P.O.W. on July 13, 1945 Silent memories, true and tender, just to show we still remember. —lnserted by Mr. and Mrs. D. Morton and Francie." - from the Adelaide Advertiser 13 Jul 1946 (nla.gov.au)