HUGH GERVASE SYLVESTER RODRIGUEZ

Condolences & Memories (24 entries)

• Please accept our deepest condolences. I recently heard about Hugh's passing; very sad. He will be remembered for his kindness, and warm cheerful disposition. His faith showed in his strength. He will be missed. Goodnight, and rest in peace dear friend. - Posted by: D. St. Rose (Dear friend to the late Jim St. Rose, and to me.) on: Sep 17, 2015

• Oh my, I just found out about his passing this weekend... WOW.. very shocked..!! A very dear friend to our family for many many years.. We will greatly miss him. And miss seeing him at the various Caribbean functions here in Winnipeg.. He always visited us at Deen's restaurant when my family still owned it.. We'll miss his discussions about Trinidad, Trinidad food and miss hearing all of his Steel Pan stories, from when Hugh was a child growing up in Trinidad.. Bless you Mr. HUGH RODRIGUEZ..!!! www.islandvibes.org - Posted by: S . DEEN & Family.... Winnipeg (Family friend) on: Feb 16, 2015

• I have known Hugh since our childhood days in our home town of Sangre Grande, Trinidad, where he was well known. Throughout his career he was very passionate about his culinary skills and with great pride, was always willing to share his latest creation with his family and friends. He was proud of his children and their achievements and always ensured that they shared some his cultural beliefs and values. Hugh will always be remembered for his sense of humor, and his commitment to his profession. It is with our deepest sympathy, my wife and I extend our sincere condolence to his family and brother Louis. Joe and Eslyn - Posted by: Joe Glasgow (Life long friend) on: Jan 21, 2015

• Hughie (Pappason) was like a father to me, he was always teaching me culinary techniques, how to be a better father, and how to be a better person. The world is a better place because of Hugh and people are fatter because of his great food. He was quick with a helping hand, words of wisdom, or a listening ear. He loved life and all that it had to offer but most of all his children and his family. He was a fashion guru, chef extraordinaire, musician, charmer, Casanova, negotiator, strong leader, and had a heart of gold. He seemed to know a few phrases in many languages and was like an international man of mystery. Hughie, you will be greatly missed and Kim-Chi, the girls & I smile every time we think of you! - Posted by: Philip Friesen (friend and co-worker) on: Jan 20, 2015

• Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad. We don't have contact with you, but your Grandma Giselle keeps us informed. We know that your Dad was very proud of you. May memories of happy times give you comfort. - Posted by: Metro and Amelia Bodnarek (Uncle and Aunt) on: Jan 20, 2015

• Natalie and Jerome. I am so sorry for your loss. Accept my deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Selina Sheppard (family friend) on: Jan 20, 2015

• Hugh was my first chef while I was taking the chef course at RRCC. I met him when I went for my first practicum at Bailey’s restaurant. He encouraged me to try out for the student team that was going to Germany for the culinary Olympics. When I made the team he was so excited like a father would be. He was a good man who always had a positive outlook on life. He had a smile that would light up a room. My deepest condolence to his family. Hughie is in Heaven teaching the angels how to cook (orange glazed carrots). Hughie when I see the sun shining I will think of you smiling down on us. - Posted by: Havalee Whyte-Hibbert (Friend & long time Staff) on: Jan 20, 2015

• My deepest sympathies to the family. I did not know Hugh long as we met at our Monday night bowling. He always had something to say to me and lit up the room with his smiles and jokes. Thank you for blessing us with your presence I know you will be watching over us all. Thank you and God bless a gentle soul, a warm heart and a loving devoted dad who loved to show us pics of his life and kids. xo - Posted by: Jessica C (Friend) on: Jan 19, 2015

• Hugh was such a special person who always had a story to tell and a smile to give others. Seeing Hugh was one of the hi-lights of my day. I will miss our chats and I always loved hearing about his kids/family....it was so evident that he loved them so much. Hugh (my friend), I will miss you and think of you often. Sincere condolences to his family. Heaven just received another Special Angel!!! Rest in Peace Always. - Posted by: Barb Fouquette (Friend & Co-Worker) on: Jan 19, 2015

• Very sad to hear of the passing of Hugh. His Sunday roast beef dinners were a little home comfort to those of us who had to work weekends away from our families, and he would always make you feel special. I loved coming in to work in the ER and be greeted by Hugh "There's that beautiful smile". He always asked about my family and told me about his. He was a class act and will be truly missed by his VGH family. - Posted by: Bridgette Hampton (Friend/Co-Worker Victoria General Hospital) on: Jan 19, 2015

• Hugh, I am glad to call you my Godfather, you were a wonderful man from what I remember as a child. The most special memory I shared with you was the time you gave me my first gold fish as a child that was special knowing my first pet gold fish was from you. You were an amazing man, may your soul rest in peace. My deepest condolences to the Rodriguez family. Charissa Gederon - Posted by: Charissa Gederon (God Father ) on: Jan 18, 2015

• Condolences to the family. Hugh was one of the Chefs who taught me in foods class at Pierre Radisson Collegiate years ago. He was a great teacher and mentor! Much gratitude to him for his patience and friendship. - Posted by: Cheryl (student) on: Jan 18, 2015

• My condolences to his family. I worked with "Hughie" at the hospital cafeteria. He taught me some cooking methods such as making a roast beef. "Always put a little water in the pan-for the beef to stay moist". He was always proud of what he cooked and didn't want anyone to go hungry. Rest in peace Hughie. See you in heaven! - Posted by: Dorothy (Coworker at Victoria general hospital ) on: Jan 18, 2015

• Dearest Natalie and Jerome I am so sorry for your loss. I remember how your Dad loved music and dancing. Everywhere he went he was always running into friends as he was so well known as an accomplished chef and pan player. Your Dad loved you both so much and when you were born he was on top of the world. How lucky you are to hold his memory in your hearts. Love from Auntie Melanie - Posted by: Melanie Boulet (isiter in law) on: Jan 18, 2015

• Hugh was a respected member of the Canadian culinary federation for many years and added greatly to the Culinary landscape of Winnipeg. Our deepest condolence to his family. - Posted by: John Reimers (Colleague ) on: Jan 18, 2015

• Hugh was a great man. I will miss him very deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Unfortunately I can not make the celebration of Hugh's life, as I have to go to another celebration of life for a friend that I went to school with. - Posted by: Rick Burns (Friend) on: Jan 18, 2015

• A very proud dad devoted to his kids always speak highly of them always had a great story to tell and had fun when he visited friends and family in the caribbean all the events he cooked for will miss his little secret recipes loved his personality and played a huge part in the Caribana events you will surely be missed so sudden! - Posted by: Gail Swift (Friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• We would like to extend our condolences to Hugh's children and grand children on the sudden loss of a father and grand father. We have know Hugh for many years both in his professional capacity as a chef and also as a friend. He will surely be missed by all of us. Sorry that we are unable to attend the memorial in person but out thoughts will be there. - Posted by: Ken,Cynthia & Kevin Manswell () on: Jan 17, 2015

• Our sincere condolences to the family. While helping us plan for a beautiful dinner for our wedding in 2013, Chef Hugh became a dear friend of ours and part of our family. We had many great visits with lots of laughs and he would even boss me around in my kitchen when we cooked together. He would give Dave advice on how to be a good husband and used to joke that if he didn't treat me right, he would come and take his place. He had such a wonderful sense of humour and had a heart of gold. He will truly be missed but never forgotten. Much love and respect.... Rest in Peace Hugh. Love Chrissy, Dave, Stephie and Breezy xoxo - Posted by: Christine and Dave Price (Friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• You knew how to bring a smile out of me. I will never forget your smile when you received the bowling ball polisher. Rest in Peace my friend! - Posted by: julie (coworker) on: Jan 17, 2015

• Hugh you always had a positive outlook on life, your love for us( kids at Victoria hospital kitchen/ cafeteria staff ) will never be forgotten, the endless problem solving and cooking for us our favorite meals making sure we were always taken care of. Rest in peace our friend we will miss you but you memory will never be forgotten .... We love you Hughy. - Posted by: Mike kwiatkowski (Friend, coworker ) on: Jan 17, 2015

• Hugh was a very special man. When he was the chef in the cafeteria at the hospital we always knew when he was working because someone would bring their meal into the lounge and you just knew that he created that meal. When he worked in ER he quietly went about his work. I love to cook, so him and I would talk recipes. He was passionate about cooking, his face lit up when he spoke of some of his favorite recipes. He was a gentle man and his spirit is being missed. We share wonderful stories when we talk amongst the staff about him. May God Bless Your Family - Posted by: Rebecca Skinner (Nurse from Victoria General Hospital Emergency) on: Jan 17, 2015

• Hugh was a person i met some 20+ years ago.Theres not a day goes bye that i don`t think of him.We met while living in the same apt. block.We would sit for a time on the steps and just talk. Too my family Hugh was welcomed with open arms.He showed care and compassion for us and soon was part of our family.He was a great father to Natalie and Jerome.Thers was not a day that went by that i did not see my friend.Hugh was very loving and immedietely took too my family.He treated Maureen ,Sherri, and Lisa like his own..Lisa soon became Hugh`s faverite,calling her (trouble) as a pet nickname,something they had together.Everyday like clockwork Hugh asked how Troubles doing.He took Lisa under his wing as she too had a love for cooking,and even was encoraged by Hugh too take a culinary course at ATC,where Hugh once taught.We are forever grateful for his influence on LISA.As time went on Hugh was introduced to my parents,Stuart and Muriel.They became the greatest of friends and Hugh always made it a point of visiting them everyday.Hugh will be missed mostly by my dad, they seemed to have a special friendship ,something that will live on in dads heart,mom too will really miss Hugh.It wasn`t ling ago that i saw my friend and we enjoyed a brief visit.there was something special about Hugh and i along with my family will miss seeing him.Hugh will live on in my heart and i will think about him everyday with a big smile,as i know he will be smiling down on all of us. Hugh we love you and although we never got to say goodbye,know this, we will meet again ,and i very much look forward too seeing you.Goodbye Dear Friend. - Posted by: andrew pearase (friend) on: Jan 17, 2015

• Hugh, I've known you since the late 1980's and I'm going to miss you and hearing about your trips back to Trinidad and the Pan Yard competitions and about your Pan Yard down the road from where I used to live on Tragarete Road and Gatacre Street.....We had shared so many memories ans stories together. And you always asked about my Dad and my children and how they were doing. I'll miss you always. - Posted by: Josephine Kati (Long Time Friend and Co-worker) on: Jan 17, 2015