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Irene Hughes Obituary
Age 95, of Elmira Heights, NY, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Irene was predeceased by her husband, Henry Hughes in 1990; her granddaughter, Susan Hughes in 2004; and daughter-in-law, Beatrice Hughes. Survivors include her sons, Thomas of Elmira Heights, who provided daily love, strength, care and support at home throughout her life, Henry of Schenectady, NY, and Edward (Judy) of Clifton Park, NY; daughter, Irene (Alfred) Clowser of Colorado Springs, CO; nine grandchildren, Stephen (Cheryl) Clowser, Cynthia (Richard) Egitto, James Clowser, Paul (Stephanie) Clowser, Mary (David) Whitmire, Michael (Suzanna) Hughes, Elizabeth (Carl) Hughes, Kathleen (Richard) Alfano, and Anne-Marie Hughes; 11 great-grandchildren. Irene will be remembered for her humor, optimistic outlook on life's challenges, her encouraging words and guidance, her conviction on how to right the world, and especially for her complete devotion to her children. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday, September 10th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the James D. Barrett Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Charles Borromeo Church on Thursday, September 11th, at 10 a.m. with Father Thomas O'Brien as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. The family expresses their deepest appreciation for the care and encouragement of the nurses and staff in the 3C Heart Unit at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center.
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Karen (Kennedy) Smith
September 11, 2008
Aunt Irene was always a joy to be around. I will never forget her laugh and the happiness she brought to any occasion. My fondest memories as a child were visiting Uncle Hank and Aunt Irene's home every Christmas. I pray God's grace will fill you with comfort at this time. With love, Karen
Pat Montesano
September 9, 2008
To Irene, Tommy, "Hankie", and Eddie, My prayers & thoughts are with you at such a hard time. How I loved Aunt Irene! She was the same smiling, loving, charitable lady all her life. May you find strength in remembering her wonderful smile and her goodness. Love, Patti Montesano
Karen Kohan-Fraser
September 9, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family during this time. I grew up next to Henry and Irene and they were wonderful people. Like grandparents to me and my two brothers. Irene was truely an angel from above. I would always stop to see her when i came into town to visit my parents, Eugene and Helen Kohan, She was a good listener, never judging and always had some good advise . I will miss Irene as will so many others. Im glad I was fortunate enough to have known her. God bless you Irene, and god bless your family.May god be with you
Donna Davis
September 9, 2008
Our sympathy to Irene, our daughter in law Mary, Tom and the rest of the family. My heart and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ed and Donna Davis
Helen Kohan
September 9, 2008
Being Irene's neighbor for almost thirty years was a very good ex-perience for our family. Irene was one of the nicest people as she was not a judgemental person. May God richly bless the family and give peace and encouragement at this special time of need.
Helen Kohan & Family
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