Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Laura McHugh Obituary
Laura E. (Dickey) McHugh, age 59 of Centerville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born June 22, 1964 in Dayton, Ohio to Tim Dickey and Barbara Smales. In addition to her parents, Laura's legacy will be carried on by her loving husband of 33 years, Jeff; their three daughters, Allison (Michael) West, Caroline (Anthony) Bukowski, Rebecca (Ben) Reeb; six grandchildren, William, Tessa, Jenna, Jack, Janie, Charlie, and one on the way. She is also survived by her sister, Kelly (Mark) Cohea, and nieces, Rachel and Annie; as well as other family and friends too numerous to mention. Greeting Laura at the gates of Heaven will be her step-father, Charles "Chuck" Smales; and her beloved grandmother, Lillian Dickey. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 1:00 pm at Morningstar Baptist Church (208 Nutt Road, Dayton, OH 45458). In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice of Dayton, in Laura's memory.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Laura McHugh
1 Entry
Lucy O'Hare
July 16, 2023
Beautiful soul inside and out. She will be deeply missed.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Laura McHugh's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Laura McHugh
How to support Laura's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Laura McHugh's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
