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Christopher Hughes Obituary
Christopher Hughes, 54, of Trumbull tragically left this world and his beloved family the night of June 1, 2017. His untimely death was the result of a boating accident in Maine. Chris leaves behind his wife, Lisa, his beautiful daughters, Alix and Jayne, and his strong sons, Jett and Ethan. He is survived by his sister, Nancy, his brothers Brian, Michael and Eugene, and his Mother, Joan Hughes. His was a kind heart and a gentle soul, the laughter in the heart of everyone who was proud to call him Father, Husband, Son, Brother and Friend. May God continue to hold you in the palm of His hand dear man. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m., meeting directly in St. Theresa Church, 5301 Main Street, Trumbull, with a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be private. Friends may call Monday from 3 to 8 p.m., in the Redgate – Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and Gorham Place, Trumbull. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to https://www.gofundme.com/wgmtph-hughes-family To send online condolences please visit www.redgatehennessy.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Hughes
Kenia, Dimitri, Damian and Ale Raptopoulos
June 10, 2017
Dear Hughes family,
May Chris always have a light on his path and may every memory of him keep that light going forever. You are all in our hearts and prayers. Strength and I courage to each of you.
The Raptopoulos family
Pat and Ray Haddad
June 8, 2017
Dear Hughes family,
Our deepest sympathy to your family. We have such fond memories of our family growing up in the neighborhood. We remember the wonderful baseball and football games in the back yard . Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
The Haddad Family
Terri Keating
June 7, 2017
Dear Hughes Family,
I was a classmate at THS. When I think back to those days, I remember Chris to be silly & soft-spoken, a fellow full of humor & happiness----always encouraging laughter! Hold tight to your memories and know so many care.
Sincerely,
Terri Keating
The Ormonds
June 7, 2017
Dear Lisa, Alix, Jett, Ethan and Jayne, we are so sorry to hear of the sad and sudden loss of your Husband and Father. May you find comfort in loving memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dede Abood
June 6, 2017
Nancy, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you...
RoseAnne Homola
June 6, 2017
Dear Lisa --I am so very sorry --thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this tragic time.
June 6, 2017
sending our love and prayers to you all
The Zarrelli Family
Lisa Romano
June 6, 2017
Lisa & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry for your loss. God Bless You.
Lynn Springer
June 5, 2017
With our sincere and heartfelt condolences to each member of the Hughes family. We are grateful for so many memories of happy times spent growing up together on Clarion Place.
The Springer Family
The Falbo Family
June 5, 2017
Dear Lisa,
Our condolences to you, the children and the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time.
Allison Roche
June 5, 2017
Dear Jayne, Great souls never part they leave an impression on anyone they come across. Your dad may not be there in person, but his love will always stand beside you and make you strong. God bless you and your family in your hour of grief, but know Jesus's promise is true and one day you'll be able to see your loved ones again in heaven.
Kaitlyn Munoz
June 5, 2017
Dear Jett and family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. I am truly sorry for your loss and I can't even begin to imagine the pain you and your family are going though right now. You are all in my prayers.
Helen O'Neill-Webb
June 5, 2017
Dear Lisa and family, our prayers are with you all. May God watch over you.
Helen O'Neill-Webb
Karen DeWeese
June 5, 2017
Dear Nancy, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
June 5, 2017
Lisa, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Katie (Totten) Targowski
Kristen Cable
June 5, 2017
Dear Hughes family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you as we remember fondly the boy across the street. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kristen Wittmer Cable and the rest of the Wittmers
June 5, 2017
Dear Lisa and family,
Although we have never met I have always heard wonderful things from my daughter Denice Burns. God bless you all.
Maribell Rauccio
June 5, 2017
Dear Lisa,
My deepest, deepest sympathies to you, Alix, Jett, Ethan and Jayne. There are simply no words. I am truly sorry for the loss of your husband. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Maribell
Kathleen Ariano
June 5, 2017
Dear Lisa, Alix, Jett, Ethan and Jayne - we are so sadden to hear about Chris. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Kathleen, Mark, Kate and Lauren Ariano
David and Lauren Mills/Grillo
June 5, 2017
Dear Hughes Family , Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of such a loving man , husband , father , brother, son , and friend,and be strengthened by the love of God and all of us who are praying for you all .
Heidi Mangels
June 5, 2017
Dear Nancy, I am so very sorry to hear about the tragic loss you and your family have suffered. Words can't ease your pain but I pray that the love of your friends and family will bring you some measure of comfort. Love, Heidi
June 4, 2017
Dear Lisa,Alix,Jayne,Jett & Ethan..we are so sorry to hear of the sad and sudden loss of your Husband and Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, The Hogan Family
Lisa Zielinski
June 4, 2017
Dear Lisa,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending healing thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
The Zielinskis
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