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Brian Joseph Hughes

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Brian Hughes Obituary

Brian Joseph Hughes, age 37, died peacefully of complications due to AIDS on March 18, 2007. He leaves his devoted parents Pat and Brigid, nee McRaith. Dear brother of Eileen (David) Hallstrom, Sheila (Greg) Kaminski, Patrick, Jr. (Kathy Tisdahl), Molly (Chris) Rouch, Danny (Tracy Setlak), Nora Hughes (Anna Ress) and Jack (Debbie Dowling); fond uncle of 13 nieces and nephews; dearest grandson of Dorthy Hughes. Visitation Wednesday, March 21, from 4 to 9 p.m. at the John E. Maloney Funeral Home, 1359 W. Devon Ave., Chicago. The family and friends will meet on Thursday, March 22 for funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Athanasius Church, 1615 Lincoln St., Evanston, IL. Interment private. A special thank you to al the family and friends who have supported Brian and his family, especially the staff at Chicago House where Brian lived for the last two and a half years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chicago House, 1925 N. Clybourn, Chicago, IL 60614 or Boys Hope Girls Hope of Illinois, 1100 N. Laramie, Wilmette, IL 60091.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 20, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian Hughes

35 Entries

Margie Schels

April 7, 2007

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Hughes and Family,
My heart goes out to all of you at the loss of Brian. I remember him with fondness from having taught Brian when he was in 7th and 8th grade at St. A's.
He was a rascal, but a sensitive kid with a big heart. I know he's in Heaven with another special "kid" that left us too soon, "Our Little Mike" Bansley. God bless all of you and may you find comfort in His loving care.

April 6, 2007

To Pat and Bridget and Family,
I am sorry I was not able to be with all of you for the wake and funeral, but be assured my thoughts and prayers were right there!
What a funny, humorous and delightful young man Brian was when I knew him at St. A's :-) I hope that is how all of you remember him...I sure do.
Fondly,
Ann Tarjan
Glenview IL

Mark and Janet Bates

April 4, 2007

Pat and Brigid -

We were so sorry to just learn of Brian's passing and wanted to express our deepest sympathies to you and all the family. We're sure you will be comforted by your friends and family, and want you to know that even though we're down here in St. Louis, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Fondly, Janet and Mark Bates

Steve & Carolyn Barrett

March 29, 2007

Pat and Brigid,

We only learned of Brian's passing today, and are stunned and saddened by the news. Words simply escape us at this trying and harrowing time. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Blake Stanton

March 26, 2007

Dear Family and Friends of Brian Hughes,

I pray to God so that all of you may be comforted and cherish Brian's memory. I remember Brian from my days at St. Athanasius in Evanston, Illinois. I have not seen him for a very long time, but I remember him. I can tell that he was loved very much by so many people and that he will be missed dearly. He was a gift to everyone who knew him. Now, he is at home with God. You will see him again.

Angie Bolich

March 25, 2007

Dear Hughes Family,
My deepest sympathies for your tremendous loss. I remember Brian fondly from our days at St. A's. My family and I send you our thoughts and prayers with Love, Angie Bolich

Mary and Mike Strohm

March 23, 2007

Dear Hughes Family;
We are very sorry to hear about Brian's passing and wish we had known earlier so we could have been there. But know that all of you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers and that Brian is now at peace.
Fondly Mary and Mike Strohm and our family, who have shared many years together.

John (and Nancy) Gallucci

March 23, 2007

Dear Wonderful Hughes family,

It has been far too many years since I've seen most of you - but you have often been in my thoughts, especially Brian. What a bright shining star! My heart is with you and my spirit keeps praying for healing, peace and comfort for all of you and the many, many people who loved Brian.
I'm not sure who said it but there was a saying -Death is not the end of life, but the putting out of the lamp because the Dawn has come. I know in God's love and compassion, Brian is surrounded by the Rising Sun.

Marcy (Nichols) Kalina

March 23, 2007

Dear Hughes Family-
I can still remember getting into trouble in a high school class because Brian was making me laugh. We laughed often. He was a terrific guy and I'm glad to have known him.

My deepest sympathies to your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Marron Barbara Moynihan

March 23, 2007

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Nerenbergs

March 23, 2007

Please know that our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Suzy Conley

March 23, 2007

Dear Hughes Family,
I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm sorry I was unable to make it to the wake. I heard there were many old friends there in honor of Brian and in support of you. May the strength of your amazing family and friends continue to give you comfort and love.

Cathy Adamson Kittell

March 23, 2007

Dear Hughes Family,
I am thinking about you during this difficult time and sending my heartfelt sympathy. I remember a young handsome Brian who made me laugh. We all grieve for the loss of Brian.

I hope you gather strength to heal from family and friends who embrace you with love and support.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,

Deirdre Bush

March 23, 2007

I keep thinking about Brian, young and smiling, freckled and bright-eyed. This is how I remember him.

I keep thinking about your family, strong and growing, open and loving. This is how I remember you.

Peace be with you,
Deirdre

sarah nelson

March 23, 2007

Mr. and Mrs. Hughes,
I truely am sorry for your loss. Brian was and will continue to be remembered as an exceptional person. I remember and think of your family to be full of life, love, and laugher....every moment I spent with any Hughes brought a smile to everyones face! May Brian rest in peace...

Tim Curry

March 22, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest sympathies to you as you grieve.
I am glad I got to know Brian through our fellowship. He showed tremendous courage while dealing with his illnesses.I will miss him.

Sally Ward

March 21, 2007

To the Hughes Family,

I believe that tears can heal, that memories can comfort and love lives on forever. Your love for Brian will keep his memory alive always.
My prayers are with you all.

Bonnie Zurek

March 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

With deepest sympathy -

Paula Puls

March 21, 2007

Pat & Brigid and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Paula & Dick Gribble

Tim Patton

March 21, 2007

To the Hughes Family,

Our deepest sorrow accompany the loss of your son Brian Joseph. Getting to know the Hughes Family through St. Athanasius Parish has been a welcoming experience over many years. We are grieving and praying for you today and in the weeks that follow. May God reveal His love to you as He comforts and strenghthens each of you.

God's Blessings

Tim & Sue Paton

Nancy Thirkield

March 21, 2007

My sympathies to the Hughes' family at the loss of Brian. I have fond memories of him at Lake Street Church, seeing him at the flower shop, and when a friend and I went with Brian to a White Sox game. He had such a great time, I will remeber that lovely day! He touched many of us in a special way.
My prayers are with all of you.

Chad Debes

March 21, 2007

Dear Pat and Brigid,
We are all deeply saddened by Brian's passing, and our prayers are with you and your family.
Chad & Leslie Debes

Chris Golden

March 21, 2007

My deepest sympathy to Brian's family. I knew Brian from Chicago House. He personally helped me with many issues. I considered him a friend. He will be missed. God bless him and his family.

Ronald and Elva Hallstrom

March 21, 2007

We share your sorrow and offer our condolences. May God be with you and comfort you.

Cathy and Mike Rogers

March 21, 2007

To all the Hughes Family
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope that remembering "the good old days" in east Evanston (in that great big house on Orrington) will bring you comfort. Your heartache at this time must be very strong. Brian will be greatly missed.

SANDRA GOLDIN

March 21, 2007

TO THE HUGHES FAMILY,
i am ALFULL SORRY FOR YOUR LOST
LOVE SANDY GOLDIN @ JIM ENGELMAN

Laura Maloney

March 20, 2007

Dear Hughes Family,
I speak for many of us who feel like extended family because you so warmly share your lives and welcome all. Our hearts are broken for your loss, we grieve with you. We pray for peace and God's welcome for Brian and peace and healing for your family.
Laura, Jim, Adam, Ben and Molly Maloney

Cate, Jason, Matthew and Diane Clements

March 20, 2007

To the Hughes Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time. Brian will be missed by all.

Paul Dyer

March 20, 2007

To the Hughes Family:
I want to offer my condolences on the passing of Brian. Words are often difficult at this time. However, keeping all the wonderful memories close to your heart will keep Brian's spirit alive. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Judy, Marvin and Sydney Germany

March 20, 2007

Our deepest sympathies to the Hughes family. We're so sorry for your loss; we know Brian will be missed by the many people who love him.

Anne Marie Tarjan Robbins

March 20, 2007

Mr. and Mrs. Hughes and all of you kids,

I am so sorry for what you are now going to go through with the loss of Brian. He was always a great guy. We will certainly be praying for all of you as you go through this next week and year. We pray that you will have peace in time and healing.

Anne Marie and Kyle Robbins

Kevin Kelly

March 20, 2007

We are thinking of all of Brian's extended family and praying that they have the strength to endure this very difficult time. Our prayers are with them.

Kevin and Katie Kelly, Evanston, IL

Lainie DeWolfe

March 20, 2007

Wishing the Hughes family comfort and peace during this very difficult time.

Love, Ruthanne and Lainie DeWolfe

CARMEN RIVERA

March 20, 2007

MY CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF YOUR SON BRIAN JOSEPH. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME. GOD BLESS.

CARMEN LYDIA RIVERA (CHICAGO,IL.

Stan Frisch

March 20, 2007

I will miss Brian very very much. He was like a brother to me and will never forget all the fun times we had together at the flower shop. Those are very special memories to me and they will always be in my heart.

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