Scarborough -  Robert E. Hodgdon, 93,  passed away at Scarborough Terrace on July 3, 2022.

He was born in Boston, MA on July 31, 1928, the son of Alby and Helen (Earl) Hodgdon.  After attending college and  receiving his Master's Degree, Bob enlisted in the Marines and served his country for two years.

Bob worked at Pineland Hospital and then was the Parks and Recreation Director for the State of Maine as well as a Professor of Parks and Recreation Leadership at Westbrook College.  He was president of the Higgins Beach Association from 1967-1968 and a member of the Scarborough Planning Board.

Bob loved his family and his many pets.  He was often seen chasing "one way" drivers up Ocean Ave.  He put on many lobster bakes with friends, and he loved boating, fishing, and golfing.  In his later years, he enjoyed plowing and was a handyman for many residents of Higgins Beach.  He was well known by everyone at the beach.

Predeceased by his wife, Eleanor C. Hodgdon and son-in-law Craig Hammond, Bob is survived by his daughter Kerry Hammond and husband Michael Jay; son Keith Hodgdon and wife Judy; son Kenneth Hodgdon and wife Teri; grandchildren Kenny Hodgdon, Leia Hodgdon, Brittney Little, Ben Hammond, Matthew Hammond and Jeremiah Hammond; great-grandchildren Eli Hammond and Briella Hammond.

A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date in early September.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Maine Animal Refuge League.