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James Hough Obituary

James Warner Hough Born July 29, 1924, entered peacefully into rest at home in Daly City, CA, on April 20, 2006. Served in the Navy in World War II. School principal at Laguna Salada for many years. Beloved husband of Esther Hough for 57 years. Loving father of Lenore and Jim and daughter-in-law, Lisa Staudenmaier. Devoted grandfather of Christina and Steven Hough. Loved son-in-law of Lola Vasquez; and brother-in-law of Louis and Martha, Alfred, Ernest and Martha Vasquez. A fine man who was dearly loved and will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by his nephews and nieces, extended family and many friends. No services will be held. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to Kaiser So.SF Hospice Services.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Apr. 25, 2006.

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