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Thomas Michael Hughes
77, of Carmel and Sarasota Florida passed away September 19, 2011 due to complications from Parkinson's disease. He was born on August 1, 1934 in Chicago, Ill to Thomas and Helen Hughes. He is survived by Concetta (Corsaro) Hughes to whom he was married to for 54 years.
Tom was a graduate of Cathedral High School and the University of Dayton. He was the founder of Tom Hughes and Associates, which he started in 1965. Tom served two years in the United States Army. He was a member of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, Knights of Columbus, Ancient Order of Hibernians, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, and the Carmel Rotary Club. Tom enjoyed golfing at Brookshire Golf Course, delivering Meals on Wheels and spending time with his loving family.
He is survived by his children Tom (Susan ), Tony (Mary), Michael, Brian (Maureen), Sheila (Shawn) Heffern, Beth (Michael) Krutz and seventeen grandchildren; Tom, Brad, Matt, Ashley, Lindsay, Courtney, Brian, Tony and John Hughes, Shawn, Nicole, Katie and McKenna Heffern, Michael, Carson, Peyton and Ian Krutz. Tom is also survived by his sister Kitty (Dan) Shannon of Scottsdale, Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Eileen O'Connor and Mary "Rita" Sullivan.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 23, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton church. Visitation will be from 4 until 7:30 pm. Thursday, September 22, 2011 at the church. Interment will be at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions in Tom's memory may be made to Seeds of Hope, 1425 South Mickley Ave. Indpls, IN 46241 or http://www.SeedsofHopeIndy.org/GiveHope
Special thanks to all of the staff at Prairie Lakes for their wonderful nursing care during his illness. We would also like to thank St. Vincent Hospice Care for their help to all of us in his final days.
Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Centers-Carmel has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Hughes
September 27, 2011
Brian, Sheila and the whole Hughes clan, know you are in my thoughts and prayers. A Pop like yours doesn't come along every day. Fifty four years of marriage...oh what memories you all must have. Your dad will still bring a smile to your faces when he is in your thoughts.
Love,
Jane (Conner) Mullin
Concetta DeFabis
September 23, 2011
Dear Concetta and the Hughes family,
Life.....so fragile, Loss....so sudden, Heart....so broken,...in the wake of such a loss, we are haunted by things we dont, and may never understand. Yet the solace we seek may not come from answers. So we look for comfort in the belief of love's everlasting connection. May that love lift you and hold you close, and give you peace.
Lindy Crain
September 23, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hughes family.
Tom was such an enjoyable person to be around as are his children and grandchildren. Lindy,Rick
Jill Joseph
September 23, 2011
To the Hughes Family....
So sorry for the loss of your Father....He will be missed at Brookshire....Mayor of Brookshire Golf Course!
My Prayers and everyone's
at Brookshire,
Jill Joseph
September 22, 2011
Dear Beth, Mike, Michael Thomas, Carson, Patyon, Ian, Mrs Huges and the entire Hughes family: From all of us with all of our hearts we send our love and condolences - you are all like family to us and we are sad to hear of this huge loss to our family. God bless Mr Hughe's soul and may he rest in peace. My heart is heavy and sad Beth, I know how hard it is to be without my dad. I pray the Lord comfort you all and wrap his loving arms around you all at this time. May his memory be eternal. We love you all. Jovan, Mileva, Milan and Stevan Savich, Diane, Don, Stanko Gligic and famiies- Crown Point, Indiana
September 22, 2011
There are so many memories that will never be forgotten . Tom Sr. was the most upbeat and humorous man I'd ever met. A smile was always found and created by his actions. Tom was a wonderful man with a wonderful family. God bless all.
Turk
Gretchen Rans
September 22, 2011
Dear Consetta, Tom, Tony, Mary, Courtney, Mike, Brian, Maureen,Sheila, Bethy and family,
You are all in my prayers. Your husband, dad, father-in-law and grandpa will be missed by so many people. I treasure the memories of living across the street from your immediate family. "Mr. Hughes" was so kind, funny, conversational and neighborly:) I will always remember his smile, laughter and sense of humor.
So good to see all of you tonight, although I wish it was under different circumstances. Love, Gretchen
John and Sue Kocher
September 22, 2011
Dear Concetta and Family,
We are sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We will always remember his smile, his sense of humor and his zest for life. He was a joy to be around and we feel blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know him. We wish you and your family the best.
BJ Ardaiolo
September 22, 2011
Dear Hughes Family,
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eric Ardaiolo
September 21, 2011
Dear entire Hughes family,
My deepest sympathy towards your family's recent loss. Use this time to reflect and celebrate what wonderful blessing he brought to your family. He will be missed, but keep in mind he is resting in a wonderful place. Best Regards
Tom and Ann Hughes
September 21, 2011
Dear Concetta and family,
I am sad to hear of Tom's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg and Tanna Hanger
September 21, 2011
Dear Hughes family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. You truly are a special family, so just know we're thinking of you during this difficult time. Warmest regards,
Charlie Scott
September 21, 2011
Dear Concetta and the Hughes family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. I believe Tom was placed on this earth to be a wonderful husband, father, and bring joy and a smile to all he met. We can all learn so much from him. He will be sorely missed.
Hope Pearson Dolan
September 21, 2011
Brian and Sheila and the Hughes family, I was very sorry to hear of your father's passing. I hope that your heppy memories will help you through this difficult time. Best,
Emmy
September 21, 2011
Dear Concetta,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
September 21, 2011
Dear Concetta and all the Hughes famiily.
We met first at St. Albans when all our kids were running around and some trying to play baseball. That was 1963.
Tom was such a nice guy and friend.
He will be missed by all of us, but our memories will stay with until we meet
again.
Nancy and I want you to know that Tom
will be missed by all the Coynes.
Our prayers are with you all.
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