Hug, Thomas John Christian
of Ashaway, RI, beloved son of Jennifer I. Hug also of Ashaway and Thomas H. Hug of Hurst, TX, passed away in Charlestown, RI on Monday, August 29, 2016 at the age of 21. Thomas worked as an Electronics Salesman for Staples since graduating from Chariho High School in 2013. He was also currently attending URI, studying music education specializing in Flamenco Guitar. Tom enjoyed communicating with people, electronically learning many different languages. He played the drums, sax, trumpet, and Bass guitar. In addition to his parents he leaves his paternal grandparents, James and Diane Hug of Peoria, AZ; and his maternal grandparents, Gayle Agostinoni of Middletown, RI and David A. Gleason of Virginia Beach, VA. Thomas also leaves his special girlfriend Jennifer Hammond of Narragansett; an aunt Stephanie Gleason of Lexington Park, MD; and three uncles, Scott Gleason of Virginia Beach, VA, Jim Hug of Peoria, AZ and Robert Hug of Tulsa, OK. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 10am at Open Door Baptist Church, 475 Pequot Trail in Stonington, CT. There is no procession from the funeral home to church. Burial will follow at First Hopkinton Cemetery, Hopkinton, RI. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Sep. 3, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Hug

Sponsored by Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home - Westerly.

48 Entries

Jennifer Hug

August 29, 2022

It doesn't seem like it's been 6 years. It seems like yesterday. I continue to get signs, and think about you everyday. Not a day goes by that I don't see you in everything. I look forward to seeing you again in paradise. With all my love, Mom.

Lillian Goulet

August 26, 2022

Jen

Always thinking of you, today a bit more. Sending much love knowing that Thomas is always with you.

Jennifer Hug

September 20, 2021

This is year 5 since the accident, and your so badly missed. You are forever in heart and on my mind daily. Such a senseless accident to such a righteous individual. I miss you to the moon and back. You are my sunshine. Love Mom.

JENNIFER HUG

August 26, 2020

This is the fourth anniversary of your passing, son. You would be 25 years old. I think about you everyday, and wish I could rewind to prevent that fateful afternoon. My only child, and the light of my life. I know your spirit is at home, and see reminders of that quite often. I look forward to you meeting me at the gates when it is my turn.

Jennifer Hug

August 29, 2019

Today, it's been 3 years since that awful day. Tom would have been 24 years old. Not a day goes by that I don't think of him, in just about everything I do and see. Tommy is the apple of my eye, my sunshine, and the light of my life. I know he is in Heaven and would rather be there than here. I can't wait to see you again, son.

Lisa Manning

September 14, 2016

Dear Jen,
Don't know if you remember me, but my boys, Nick and Brendan Manning, went to All Saints with Thomas.
My boys, just informed about Thomas. I wanted to reach out, I have no words to say as I can't imagine what you are going through( I remember how close you two were, it was something that stood out to me). I am so very sorry for your terrible loss, I am praying for you Jen, that Jesus, will surround you with comfort, and give you strength in the days ahead, I pray he places in your heart a strong knowledge that Thomas is with him, and that the two of you will be together again. I pray he surrounds you with his love, and I will continue to pray that joy will return to you again! God Bless Jen . . . . . Lisa Manning

Dee Agostinoni

September 13, 2016

I took a few moments and went through your Facebook page to see what your son was about~wow! He carried a strong light with him as a young boy and I guess my last vivid memory of him was him making the origami seagull and putting it in my Dads pocket ~ they are probably hanging out with Yankee hats on !
I am so sorry Jen and Gayle. There are no words to truly express any passing of someone so young except that there was a divine plan. What remains in your heart from your son/grandson in memories and how you go forward with the time you had and those beautiful remnants of life that you shared is what we have and hold close! Bless you both~
Dee

Emma Gardiner

September 11, 2016

Tom, you were an amazing coworker. I consider myself so lucky to have gotten to know you over the past couple of years at Staples. Working right next to you every day was the most exciting part of working there. We never knew which pun would come out next. You kept the days there interesting, fun, hilarious and just all around a great time. As much as I despised going to work some days, when I saw that you were on the schedule I could get so excited because I know it would turn out to be a great day. Nick and I still could not thank you enough for helping us move into our apartment. You were always someone anyone could count on no matter what. Helping people seemed like it brought as much joy to you as the people you helped. Words Such as sincere, honest, funny, respectful, honorable and giving are not even all the words that come to mind when I think of you. I regret more than anything that I never got the chance to see you preform at a show however, I did get the chance to see you preform many times at work, or even in the parking lot. I'll never forget the amount of times you would explain bikes, vaping, engines, and trucks to me and I would have no idea what you were talking about half the time but you'd always go into full detail so I could try to understand and enjoy the point you were getting at. I love you, Tom and I miss you like you wouldn't imagine. Thank you for being you and for everything you brought to this world.

Renee Brown

September 11, 2016

This time of such a hurtful loss seems as if it will last a lifetime. God promises it won't remain that way. The reality of knowing that Tommy is just starting to spend eternity with Jesus Christ is breathtaking and comforting. May God begin to fill that "heart-shaped" hole in your heart with HIs love. He is faithful to do this. May you be surrounded with many faithful believers and angels. Much love

Richard Cardon

September 10, 2016

Jen, I can't imagine what your going through. You will somehow get thru this.

Marc Schmier

September 10, 2016

Rest in peace

Debbie Greer

September 9, 2016

so sorry for your loss I cant even imagine what you must be going through my heart goes out to you

Edith Thompson

September 9, 2016

I was lucky to have taught Tom during middle school. He was always so polite and concerned about the feelings of others. I am deeply saddened for his parents who now are left live out their remaining years without their beloved son.

Diane Mastersoon

September 9, 2016

Tommy,
I only knew you as a baby and then as a young child... You were a very special young boy and always a joy at the holidays or special times at nana and grampa hibbards. Im sorry i missed seeing you as a grown man. I did admire you from afar and would watch you play your guitar on facebook. God took you way too soon. Your mom raised you right. God bless you ! I'll never forget you.

Lillian Grant Goulet

September 9, 2016

It's so hard to find the words to express the sadness and sorrow. Such a tragady, my heart truly breaks for you all. It's times like this you must lean on those that surround you for love, strength and support. You are in my thoughts and prayers and may Thomas soar with the angels. Much love to you all.

My Precious little angel.

Jennifer Hug

September 9, 2016

For the apply of my eye, I will forever miss you. You made me so proud of the man that you became. I only wish I could have seen you grow with a family and your life pursuit. I will forever miss you coming and going in the house, yelling at you to clean your room, our breakfasts at Kelly's and the Yolk, and our many discussions about all things. Your Mother knows you are happy with Jesus, and I await to hold your hand again. - Love Mom.

September 6, 2016

To the family. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you at this time.
Psalms 9:9

P.R~

Michele Gardner

September 4, 2016

I wish I knew the right thing to say to comfort you. I knew Tom from shopping at Staples. My son, Brian (LevitationJones) and he collaborated on a song together and Tom's beautiful guitar playing (and sax too) can be heard throughout the recording. May your memories of your wonderful son bring you peace. Our family sends our thoughts and prayers.

Carla

September 3, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help the Hug family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

September 3, 2016

We are so sad about the loss of Thomas. He was a wonderful boyfriend to our niece Jennifer. His talents clearly impress all he had the opportunity to affect. I enjoyed knowing Thomas and I am deeply saddened by his tragic passing.
The Magliocco Family

J Frame

September 3, 2016

We were friends and I always held him with the highest respect. He was a truly good man and will always stay in my heart and mind. I hurt with you over this tremendous loss.

Karen Escher

September 3, 2016

This is heartbreaking news. Our son William new knew Tom from Chariho HS music class. Will enjoyed playing guitar with Tom and admired him as a musician.

Please accept our families deepest sympathy. Karen, Joseph, and William Escher

DaSalla Family

September 3, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. In this very difficult time we can look to a wonderful hope of being reunited with our loved ones again in the bible at Jeremiah 5:28

September 3, 2016

Our sincerest condolences to your family! May the True God who hears our prayers and our cries for comfort; heal your pain and console your hearts.-Psalm 54:2-4.

September 2, 2016

Keep lighting up the Rhode Island sky with breathtaking sunsets.

September 2, 2016

Tom will be missed dearly in our URI music family

Frank & Mary Bliven

September 2, 2016

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

September 2, 2016

Tom was a wonderful young man - so respectful and polite with a smile that brightened the room! My two boys had the pleasure of playing music with him in the Chariho band. He was such an amazing musician - listening to Tom play the classical guitar was memorizing. I enjoyed getting to know Tom through Band Boosters and while chaperoning the Hershey trip. He was such an intricate part of the band and an inspiration to his fellow band members. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.

David, Diane, Matthew & Jonathan Pereira

Theresa and Jeff Barber

September 2, 2016

We are sorry for your loss. I was quite surprised by Tom one day when my husband (Jeff) and I were in Staples and he tracked us down to say hello even though we hadn't seen him in church for some time. Not many teenagers do that. Will miss his smiling face.

Joanna Gradilone

September 2, 2016

I was a customer that he helped. He was such a polite young man. My sincere sympathy.

Christina Paulo

September 2, 2016

Tom was one of the most selfless people that I knew. He always knew how to cheer someone up and be there for them, and when he thought the words weren't enough he would play the guitar. I'm going to miss hearing the sweet melodies he brought to the house. My deepest condolences to his family. We've lost someone who can never be replaced in our minds and hearts too soon.

Scotty Travers

September 2, 2016

Tom will be missed by all than knew him. He will forever be in the hearts of his fellow students and friends. My thoughts are with Tom, his family, and his friends.

Shannon Kenyon

September 2, 2016

It's difficult to find the right words to say. I'm so sorry that this happened. You're in our thoughts, and forever in our hearts.

Susan Thomas

September 2, 2016

My heart breaks for you. I was Tom's advisor at URI, and I knew him to be a thoughtful, generous and altogether wonderful young man. We had many conversations about his love for music and projected career path, and I sure he would have been a wonderful teacher. Such a tragic loss.

Bob Nazro

September 2, 2016

Dear Jennifer,
My heart is deeply saddened by your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you from family and friends.

With deepest sympathy,
Bob

John Freeman

September 2, 2016

Dear Jennifer,

My heart breaks for you as I try to fathom the tragic loss of your son; a very handsome young man with an engaging smile. May your friends and family wrap you in a warm embrace - my thoughts and prayers are with you.

With deepest sympathy and warmest regards,
John

Colette and Tony Recupero

September 2, 2016

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful son. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Shelley Stroup

September 2, 2016

My thoughts are with you on this sad day. Since I heard the news I have been heartbroken. My deepest sympathies to Jen and anyone who loved Tom.

Colleen Bigelow

September 2, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Tommy was kind, smart, and so musically talented...a great kid all around. He will be missed by so many. May God bless you all.

Helen Ianni

September 2, 2016

To Tom's family and loved ones, I am so sorry for your difficult loss. Tom was a wonderful person and it is heartbreaking to see him gone. He was one of my classmates at URI. I never saw him without a smile on his face or making a joke. He will be deeply missed by everyone he met as he made a mark on everyone he spoke to. My thoughts are with you.

Audrey Cardany

September 2, 2016

I had hoped to have you in choir one more time, Tom. Not gonna lie--it was a pleasure to have you in class. I am deeply saddened by your death. Tragic. Sudden. Wrong. You were a kind and gentle young man. I watched you laugh with ease with your friends and treat your classmates and me with such respect and interest. I had hoped to see more of what you would do with your music--teaching or not at URI. Brian and I are sending much love and hope for healing to your mom, your dad, and all those who love you.

Danielle Alexanian

September 2, 2016

I am very sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May all the wonderful memories help you get through this most difficult time.

Kathleen Regan

September 2, 2016

Tom was a wonderful, kind young man and a true friend. He will be missed greatly. Our prayers are with his family always. -Kathleen Regan, Kaiser Stallman, Hydin Stallman

September 1, 2016

We are so sad about the passing of Thomas. He was a wonderful boyfriend to my niece. He was the type of man you'd want your daughter to marry. Our deepest condolences to the family of Thomas. Stellar human being.

Cortlandt Clarke

September 1, 2016

Sorry for your loss.

Mary Turco

September 1, 2016

I can't stop thinking about Tom. He played at or Church this past Sunday. What a talent! He went through band at Chariho with my daughter Sarah. Such a nice young man. We are so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Mary Turco and Sarah Lefoley

Lance & Rosemarie Kingsbury

September 1, 2016

We extend our sincerest and deepest sympathies. You are in our prayers.

Beth & Bob Hammond

September 1, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Thomas was a kind, thoughtful and beautiful soul and will be greatly missed. Please do not hesitate if there is any thing we can do to help you at this time.

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