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William Hughes Obituary

HUGHES - William P. May 28, 2008; husband of the late Ruth Jean (Haag) Hughes; father of Paul William Hughes and Dennis William Hughes of CA; grandfather of five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. No prior visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at The Trinity United Methodist Church, 711 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst, Saturday at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Trinity United Methodist Church. Mr. Hughes was one of the first of twelve employees hired at the Westinghouse Motor Division in 1946 and retired after 37 years of service in 1978. Arrangements by The DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Buffalo News from Jun. 3 to Jun. 5, 2008.

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Bill Ellsworth

June 7, 2008

The neighborhood will miss you,as the last original owner on our block we wish you a farewell. God Bless.

Sarah Torres

June 5, 2008

Going to miss you Grandpa glad you had a chance to meet Kaylee wish you could have meet your great grandson I love you

Dave Murie

June 3, 2008

Paul and Dennis,
We are so sorry to hear of your fathers passing, you are in our prayers. Just heard today
Barb and Dave

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