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Hugh F. "Mac" McCue
SPAULDING, IL - Hugh F. "Mac" McCue, 70, formerly of Elkhart, died at 4:45 a.m., Thursday, May 1, 2014, at Memorial Medical Center.
He was born May 25, 1943, in Buffalo, N.Y., to John F. and Kathryn E. Cox McCue, Jr. He married Florence M. Hurley and she survives.
Also surviving are one daughter, Bridget (Jeffery) Curl of Forrest, Ill.; four sons: John (Noel) McCue of Lincoln, Neb., Chad (Anita) McCue of Lexington, Ill., Mark (Allison) McCue of Springfield and Patrick (Stacy) McCue of Williamsville; 14 grandchildren; two brothers, Robert (Cheryl) McCue of Mt Pulaski and Charles (Val) McCue of Springfield; one aunt, Alice Winterbauer of Petersburg; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Theresa McCue in 1980; and two sisters, Margaret McCue and Marietta Romer.
Mac was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, serving during Vietnam. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan; a Bulls fan; enjoyed hunting for deer and small game and was an avid golfer. He was a 3rd and 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus and was a member of St. James Church in Riverton. He worked for IBEW Local 193.
Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Sunday, May 4, 2014, at St. James Church in Riverton. A prayer service will be held at 3:45 p.m. on Sunday.
Lie-in-State: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Monday, May 5, 2014, at St. James Church in Riverton.
Funeral Mass: 9:30 a.m., Monday, May 5, 2014, at St. James Church in Riverton, the Rev. Raphael Paul DeMoreno officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery where military honors will be conducted.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Parish, 112 N. 6th, Riverton, IL 62561; Knights of Columbus Marian Council 3914, 335 South 4th , Riverton, IL 62561 or Open Doorways Orphanage home for the children of Haiti http://www.opendoorwaysorphanage.ca/donations.aspx, Box 45, Beausejour, Manitoba, ROE 0C0, CANADA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hugh McCue
Terry and Theresa Till
May 1, 2019
On the anniversary of Hugh's passing, it is impossible to forget the impact he had on the lives of family and friends. Today, when we see Flo, his children, and even grandchildren, like Molly, performing, a priceless piece of Mac lives on. You are not forgotten, friend.
Cole McCue
May 31, 2014
He was my grandpa and I thought about him more than anything and I'm saying this for all my cousins and siblings and they loved him too. My grandma Flo used to watch sports with him all the time, and shes doing it For him right now.
Don Seacrist
May 6, 2014
Sorry to hear about your dad Mark. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Mark & Kay Marada
May 5, 2014
To the Mccue family,we were so sorry to hear of Hughs passing,he was such a wonderful person.You are all in our thoughts and prayers.May all of your treasured memories comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Jeanie Mack (Kittilstad)
May 5, 2014
McCue Family,
I just heard today about the loss of your dad. I wish I could have been at his service. You are a wonderful family and I can only imagine what a wonderful man he was. I pray for comfort in the upcoming days and months as you adjust to living life with the absence of your father. There are no words. I am just so so sorry.
Jeanie Mack (Kittilstad)
Terry and Theresa Till
May 5, 2014
Dear Flo and Family,
What a beautiful tribute to Mac today. I don't think there were many dry eyes. We have always admired your marriage and family and looked to you as an example of how to raise our own children. We loved subbing in your pinochle group. Mac gave to so many people and organizations... he kindly fixed our doorbell a few years ago. We will always remember his spirit and generosity each time it is used. Prayers to all of you.
James, Karrie, Sam, Jill, and Teddy Rosa
May 5, 2014
Flo, John, Noel, Riley, and Evan,
We are so sorry for your loss. What an honor it was to have met Mac. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
May 5, 2014
Dear Flo,
I have always thought of you as a woman of strength and conviction, with a heart of appreciation and joy, who counts her blessings -- naming them one-by-one. The bond of love, respect and devotion you shared with Mac, is such a blessing that will continue to endure.
What I recall most vividly about Mac (aside from the marvel of his mega-manly-adorableness) is his perpetual grin and quick wit, particularly when exercising an ever-present playful sense of humor. That well of clever-isms never ran dry. Undoubtedly, he kept sharply honed by the good-natured challenge of your cracker-jack comebacks, often punctuated with a burst of giggles. ; )
Flo, the passing of your beloved husband is a great loss. None can fathom the magnitude of such sorrow and void more than you and your beautiful family. It's my prayer each one be comforted in holding fast to remembrances of your time together. Wayne and I join you in celebrating Mac's vibrant life...and the contribution he made to ours. We also rejoice with you, confident with the assurance of his family reunion in Heaven!
Love,
Debbie Rice-Skilbeck
Sheila Matthews
May 5, 2014
Flo and family, I am truly sorry for your loss, Mac was a wonderful man, my prayers are with you all, God bless you
May 5, 2014
Chuck, so sorry to hear about your brother.
Caryl Aebel
May 4, 2014
Flo and children,
We've been out of town and just learned about Mac. Our hearts are heavy with sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With love, Jim & Caryl Aebel
Rob McCue
May 4, 2014
To all the McCue's. My prayers are with all of you. Cousin Hugh will be missed.
Jenifer Wofford
May 4, 2014
Sorry for your loss. He was a good man.
May 3, 2014
What a great family man. Mac was a friend to everyone and will be dearly missed. Peace to Flo and the family.
Patty McCue-Helmer
May 3, 2014
You are all in my prayers
Amanda Helm
May 3, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeanie Catalano
May 3, 2014
Flo and family,
Wishing you strength for today and comfort in the days ahead. Knowing how much Mac meant to so many. He will be missed. Will be praying for you and your family Flo.
Love and God Bless you all.
May 3, 2014
Flo and family, It has been our privilege to know you, Flo, and Mac. We enjoyed running into you and catching up with what was going on in your lives. I know God has blessed you with fun memories. God bless you all. Sandy and Pete VanPelt
Scott Avart
May 3, 2014
I have many great memories of Mac. He was a truly great guy. Your family are in our prayers.
May 3, 2014
Rest in Peace Marine. Semper Fi.
James Cribbett
May 3, 2014
McCue Family:
We, Jane and I, ar so sorry for your loss. May he now rest in peace. We will be thinking of you all in this difficult time.
The Stoppelwerth Family
May 3, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about Mac and want you all to know we are thinking of you at this time. We haven't seen Mac in sometime but he always seem to have a smile on his face and a kind word. We know that he will missed. Your entire family has our sympathy.
Mary Ann Burge
May 3, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the McCue family. Lifting you up in prayer.
Susan Solon
May 3, 2014
I am so sorry to read this. Mac was one of the first journeymen I worked with, and he was a great guy. He'll be deeply missed by the brothers & sisters of Local 193.
Brownie Sudduth
May 3, 2014
Flo and kids, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go out to all. Flo, You spoke to me one time when maybe I should have paid more attention. I still love you all!
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