Eugene Hillard Huckaby Jr., affectionately known as "Huck" 74, of West Haven, CT passed away October 31, 2012. Eugene was born to the late Eugene H. Huckaby Sr. and Annie Smith Huckaby on January 29, 1938 in New Haven, CT. Huck was the oldest of nine children and graduated from Hillhouse High School in 1956 where he was part of the "Wonder 5" basketball team. After high school, he went to work with the U.S. Postal Service. In 1961, Huck embarked on an entrepreneurial journey partnering with David Waller & Reid Davis to establish Davis & Waller Pharmacy on Newhall & Goodrich Streets, the 1st African-American owned pharmacy in CT. They would go on to open several other locations on Dixwell & Henry Streets, the Dixwell Plaza and Newhall & Ivy Streets. Huck & David subsequently transitioned the pharmacy on Dixwell & Henry Streets to The Unique Boutique, the 1st African-American owned beauty & barber supply store in CT. In 1974, they opened a second location on Chapel St. in downtown New Haven. He was also involved in several successful real estate development partnerships in the New Haven area. The success of these businesses would lead Huck to receive numerous awards from organizations including the NAACP, Black Enterprise Magazine, New Haven Business & Professional Association and St. Luke's Church. While committed to pioneering minority business ownership, nothing was more important to Huck than family & church. He was a faithful member of Immanuel Baptist Church where he also served as an usher. In addition to providing for his wife Beverly and children Darryl & Lynne, he played an integral role in the lives of his parents, sisters, bothers, nieces and nephews. He was also a "father figure" and mentor to many children in the community. Huck's success as a business owner also inspired many to the path of entrepreneurship. Huck leaves to cherish his memory; wife, Beverly Huckaby of West Haven; son, Darryl E. Huckaby of MD; daughter, Lynne A. Huckaby of PA; brothers, Edward Huckaby of VA, Elmer Huckaby of West Haven, Ernest Huckaby of MD, Elbert Huckaby of Bristol; sisters, Edith Robinson of FL, Elnora Gardin of New Haven, Ezellah Williams of FL, Elaine Goodson of West Haven; and a host of relatives and friends.
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November 11, 2012
Friend Of The Family
Veda Foster Graves
To Elaine and family,
My deepest sympathy to your family during this time. My prayers go out to the entire Huckaby family.
Sincerely,
Veda and family
November 9, 2012
Friend
Malissa Bowles
Beverly and family,
I am sadden by the loss of Eugene Huckaby. He was a very special person.
My heart and love are with you.
Malissa
November 15, 2012
Hazel Walker/ Vason
To the Bereaved family I truly will miss Eugene. Whenever I went into Unique Boutique, he would always be the same, soft spoken and gentle and nice. That will truly be missed. You rarely find that these days
November 12, 2012
Suzanne Sams Robinson
Bev and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. He was a fixture at the corner of Dixwell and Henry.
My prayers are with you. Suzanne
November 10, 2012
My Dear Bev:
It sadden me to learn of Huck's passing.
Even-though I have moved away from New Haven, when ever I would come back for a visit, I'd make a special point to stop into one of his stores just to say "Hello" and I'd always ask him to say hello to you and his siblings I attended school with.
May you take comfort in those precious memories you guys made together; and remember, Huck shall live on in your hearts and thoughts forever.
I shall continue to keep you (and your family) in my daily preayers.
Tenderly,
Dr. Sullivan-Williams
A.K.A. Bebe Poitier Sullivan
November 10, 2012
To: Huckaby Family
Im so so sorry to hear about Huck.My heart goes out to the family.
Charlene Miller and Family
November 10, 2012
To:Huckably Family
Iam so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Kevin and Darcy miller
November 10, 2012
To:Eugene Family
Im so sorry to hear about he passing of Huck.My condolences to the entire family.
Melvina Ewings and Leroy Smilth
November 9, 2012
Diann Williams(aka Mclean)
Bev,my prayers are with you,Daryl,Lynne and the Huckaby family.I will always have fond memories of my relationship with you both as a former employee of UB.May God continue to strengthen you and your family.Love ya
November 9, 2012
Marthta Rhodes-Williams
My love to you all; I just was told of your loved one, & a dear friend passing. Please except my condolences, I will always remember his kindness over the years...and the help he gave me when I didn't know what products I wanted. God Bless you.
November 9, 2012
To Eugene's family, sincere condolences. Sorry I couldn't make the funeral. Huck was a very good friend of mine. WE went to Junior High and High school together.
Sincerely Ed Martini from Read St.
November 9, 2012
To Daryl and Family,
Praying for You Praying with you
Vanessa Epps
November 9, 2012
may god carry the huckaby's through this very difficult time and may you find peace in the good memories you shared over the years love and blessings hazel williams and allen ( rubbs) williams new haven ct
November 8, 2012
Elizabeth Pilgrim
To Huck and your Mom and Sister, my sincere condolences, I am sorry for your loss, but the time you spent with him in the past few years and the memories I am sure you will treasure forever. May he rest in peace and may you and your mom and sister find comfort in pray and God. Elizabeth
November 8, 2012
Sorry to hear about the lost of your love one. Mr. Huckaby was always a nice person to talk to and always had a smile on his face. My cousin(Freddie Jones)was always happy to be in his company.We will keep you in our prayers. Barbara Bell and the Jones Family.
November 8, 2012
Joanne Saulsbury-Boykin
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Huck. My condolences to the entire family. May GOD keep you in peace and comfort.
November 8, 2012
To Beverly & Family, We are so sorry for your lost. Our prayers are with you.May God Bless you. The Berry Family.
November 8, 2012
June Willis
I"am so so sorry to hear about Huck, My heart goes out to Beverly and the children. God will tahe good care of him.God will also look after his family.
November 8, 2012
Kim LaFrance
To Beverly & family, I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Kim LaFrance
November 7, 2012
Anita Morris
My deepest sympathy to the Huckaby family. I worked for the unique boutique downtown for several years. Mr. Huckaby was one of the best bosses I've ever had.
November 7, 2012
Myra Richardson
I wish God's peace and love to Beverly, Darryl, and Lynne. I worke at the Dixwell Av. Unique Botique as a teenager and young adult and have fond memories of Mr. Hucakaby and Mrs. Huckaby.
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