JOHN (JACK) LLOYD HUGHES

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JOHN (JACK) LLOYD HUGHES June 16, 1922 to October 11, 2009 With deepest sorrow, our family announces the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather at the age 87 years at Deer Lodge Centre. Jack was a gentlemen's, gentlemen. All who knew Jack recognized his generous spirit, love for family, neighbours, friends and community. The legacy to be cherished was his high ethics, his service to others, with his special sense of humour, that unforgettable twinkle in his eyes and the joy of simple things. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife, Marie, and his five children, Curtis (Debbie) Clossin, Charisse Clossin, John (Mary-Lou) Hughes, Scarlette (Edwin) Ulrich and Michelle (Jim) Stanson, his 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was the only child to Laura and Hugh Hughes, predeceased. Jack was born, raised and educated in Winnipeg. He joined the Royal Canadian Navy and served in the Second World War. After returning from service, he attended the University of Manitoba and obtained his diploma in Agriculture. He went on to purchase a farm in Pembina Hills with his retired parents; he farmed for the next 16 years. 47 years ago, he met and married the love of his life, Marie. Although at the age of 41 when he married, he often said how fortunate he was he never missed a thing in life. Leaving farm life they resided in Kenora, where they built a home. He eventually moved his family to Winnipeg to begin a career with the Department of Agriculture. After retirement, Jack enjoyed his time at the Winnipeg International Airport as a Commissionaire. Jack was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 215, FSNA Winnipeg and the Winnipeg White Ensign Naval Club. The last 21 months were especially difficult with the disease of Asbestosis and the link diseases. We thank those whose care and sincere interest in our Dad during the final stages of the disease. The loving support from the Pastoral, volunteers, and personnel throughout Deer Lodge Centre will never be forgotten. As a final gift of generosity his body has been donated to the University of Manitoba for Medical Research. To Jack, your presence we will miss, your memory we will treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Winnipeg Humane Society, The Deer Lodge Centre Foundation, or Manitoba Lung Society. A wake, celebrating Jack's life will be held Saturday, November 7, at 2:00 p.m. at HMCS Chippawa, located at 1 Navy Way. A Family interment will take place at St. Mathews Anglican Church New Haven Cemetery at a future date.

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 17, 2009