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Published by Peninsula Funeral Home & Crematory on Jul. 17, 2010.

McDONOUGH, Hugh James Sr., 86, passed away on July 14, 2010, at Eden Pines Nursing Home. Mr. McDonough was a native of Richmond, Va. and lived in Newport News for over 50 years. Mr. McDonough retired from FAA at Patrick Henry Airport in 1984, from Civil Service, and served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rita; four sisters and two brothers. Survivors include his wife, Juanita McDonough; son, Hugh "Chip" McDonough Jr. and wife, Deborah; three sisters, Beth Schia of Charlotte, N.C., Jane Waltrip of Newport News and Helen Saunders of Largo, Fla.; brother, James McDonough of Varina; grandsons, Mark McDonough and wife, Tiffany, of Gloucester and Christopher McDonough of Newport News; and two great-granddaughters, Kylee and Kamryn. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at Peninsula Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 19, 2010, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, with burial to follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association Southeastern Virginia Chapter, 6350 Center Drive, Suite 102, Norfolk, Va. 23502 or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058. Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Rene Redford Houston

July 19, 2010

Chip, I was so sorry to read about the loss of your father. Your family was always special to me and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.

Fran Walker

July 19, 2010

You don't know me, but our great-grandfathers were cousins. I'm sorry for your lost and the fact that I've never had an opportunity to know any of you. Please accept my condolences.

John & Gladys Mann

July 19, 2010

Chip, Debbie, and family. Know we are thinking of you as you grieve the loss and celebrate the life of a very dear member of your family. May it be a peaceful transition. Friends always,

July 17, 2010

Sorry Uncle Jimmy for the lost of your brother. My prayers are with you and your family. Love, kay

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Kenneth and Betty Reese

July 17, 2010

Chip and Debbie: Our thoughts are with you as you face these difficult days. Please know that the "Texas" connection is praying for all of you. Love You!
Kenneth and Betty Lile Reese

Buck and Jennie Smith

July 17, 2010

Chip, Debbie and Family:

We are deeply sadden by the loss of your father. Cherish all the memories of the time spent with him and know he is now at peace. We think of you all each day and are truly blessed to have your family in our lives. Always and forever

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