Connie Hughes
1951 - 2016
Connie Hughes
1951 - 2016
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BORN
1951
DIED
2016
Connie Hughes Obituary
Our family is deeply saddened to announce that Connie Hughes (nee Hindley) passed away peacefully last Thursday, November 24, 2016 at the age of 65.
Born on April 9, 1951, to Joseph and Irene Hindley, Connie grew up in rural Rockwood, Ontario. She always enjoyed the serenity of nature and later in life her favourite place was at her cottage on Lake Belwood near Fergus. She had a fulfilling career in administration and worked at the University of Guelph.
Connie's life was full of love and family. She spent 41 years married to her devoted husband Grant, the true love of her life. With him by her side, Connie enjoyed the adventure of raising four children and even got to welcome six grandchildren into the world. She always took great pleasure from the simple joys of life whether it be a dog's companionship, a cuddle with a baby, dancing or enjoying a chuckle at one of her husband's many jokes. Her smile lit up many rooms, her warmth brightened many days.
She will be greatly missed by her husband Grant; her children and children-in-law Natalie & Ted Sinasac, Jackie & Mark Roberson, Michelle & Manuel Amado, Matthew and Gretta Hughes; her grandchildren Riley, Avery, Ryder, Brielle, Gabriella, Leo; and her dog Docker.
Our joys will be greater
Our love will be deeper
Our lives will be fuller
Because we shared them with you
We would like to share our appreciation to the wonderful staff of Sunnyside Home for all of the care and support they have provided.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, December 3, 2016 at Homewood Suites, 800 Jamieson Pkwy, Cambridge. Please join us anytime between 1 pm-4 pm to share memories and honour Connie's life.
Contributions may be made in Connie's memory to the Alzheimer Society of Waterloo Wellington or to the Sunnyside Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to the Barthel Funeral Home (519) 653-3251.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Vicki Hodgkinson
December 5, 2016
Dear Grant and family,
I worked with Connie at the University a number of years ago and was saddened to read in the local paper of her passing. She was always very positive about all things -- rarely seen without a smile. This will be how I remember her. Hoping the caring thoughts of family and friends are giving you some comfort at this very sad time.
December 5, 2016
I am part of the St John Ambulance Therapy Dog program and my dog Chloe and I had the great pleasure of visiting with Connie since her arrival at Sunnyside. Connie was a soft spoken, kind-hearted woman who loved animals and we often talked grandchildren too, as her and I recently became grandparents. We will miss her wonderful smile. DIane McCance and Chloe(Waterloo)
Norma Hindley
December 3, 2016
Grant & Family - Thinking of you all at this sad time. I have many happy memories growing up on the farm with Connie.
Jim Oldreive
December 2, 2016
Grant,
Please accept my most sincere condolences on the passing of your wife Connie. May the GAOTU be with you and your fond memories and the the warmth of family support you in this very difficult time.
Fraternally,
Jim Oldreive
Preston 297
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Gene Koeslag
December 2, 2016
Dear Grant, It was with great sadness to hear of the passing of you're beloved wife Connie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time. Gene, Kennedy & Ryan Koeslag
Jack Ritchie
December 1, 2016
Dear Grant, My deepest condolences to you and your family at this time of loss.
November 30, 2016
Grant, I was saddened by the news of Connie's passing. I did not know her but I knew that you were committed to her especially in the last few years. May happy memories fill the sadness in your heart and also for your children.
I enjoy your sense of humour and from the obituary I read that Connie did as well. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Greta Haanstra (support group)
November 29, 2016
We are greatly saddened to hear of Connie's passing. Our most sincere condolences to you Grant and all your family. We'll always remember the times we spent together, when you all came to stay with us in NS and when we brought Sebastian to Ontario to visit with you. Connie was so very welcoming and always full of fun. Our thoughts are with you all. John & Gloria
November 29, 2016
Dear Grant and family:
Please accept our deepest condolences on Connie's passing. May the strength and support of family and friends uphold you all in the coming days, and we wish you much solace in the collective sharing of memories.
John Hindley and Kathi Urbasik-Hindley (Stratford, ON).
November 29, 2016
Lucy and I would like to express our condolences on the passing of Connie. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you Grant, and your family. Tommy Vann.
November 29, 2016
Lucy and I would like to express our condolences on the passing of Connie. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you Grant, and your family. Tommy Vann.
November 29, 2016
Dear Grant and Family, our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Rod Bowles
Preston Lodge
Allan & Darlene Robinson
November 29, 2016
Dear Grant & Family;
Our sincere condolences to you and your family in this time of tremendous loss.
Connie had an affectionate smile and laugh. We have many wonderful memories from when the Cambridge Fire Fighters Women's Auxillary was first started which Connie was an active member of. Over the years the women would have several reunion potluck dinners and Connie would be there.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Issy Nochomovitz
November 29, 2016
Hi Grant, so sorry to hear of your sad loss. Words cannot express how you must be feeling and hope that you will use your sense of humour to carry you through this trying time. Will miss you but am only as far as a "coffee"! Condolences to you and your family, Issy
Karen O'Neill
November 29, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you Grant and your family. I am so sorry for Connie's passing.
Tony Fleischmann
November 29, 2016
Dear Grant and Family, With our deepest condolences, wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold forever in your heart.
Tony Fleischmann
Barbara & Tom Bond
November 29, 2016
Dear Grant and family. our deepest condolences to you and the family. We have shared so many wonderful times together in Canada and USA and will always treasure those times together. We will always remember Connie with the most beautiful smile and sunny outgoing personality. All our love and we hope to see you soon in Florida.
November 29, 2016
Grant and Family.So sorry to hear of your loss.Please accept our condolances.Bill and Susan Watson
November 29, 2016
Dear Grant and Family: Remembering our visits up and down the cottage road, we will always see Connie's warmth and sweet smile. You are and will remain in our hearts and prayers. #44 Lynn, Kyle, Melissa and Jeff!
November 29, 2016
As a music volunteer at Sunnyside, I got to know Connie a little as she came regularly to our singing groups. She was a beautiful, warm and gracious woman. Connie made a lasting impression on me. She will be missed. With my sincere condolences to the Hughes family, Liz Blanchett
Joan Snyder
November 29, 2016
When I think of Connie...I visualize her beautiful smile, glowing skin and feeling that warm hug! My deepest sympathy to all.
Brian HIndley
November 29, 2016
Grant and family, please accept our deepest condolenscences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.. Brian Hindley and Nicole Mailloux, Guelph, Ont.
November 28, 2016
Hi Grant and family
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Bill, Joyce, Matthew, & Melissa Huson
Kathy Starr
November 28, 2016
Grant, Jackie, Michelle, Natalie, Matthew and family. My sincere condolences through this tough time. Connie was like a second mother to me, offering a smile or encouraging word, she meant so much to me. I didn't know her for long, I wish I had known in her in her prime. I want to thank all of you for sharing her triumphs and struggles with me.
Lea and Janet Armstrong
November 28, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Grant and family. We are sorry to hear about your loss of Connie.
Lea and Janet Armstrong, North Port, Fl and Cambridge, On
November 28, 2016
Dear Grant and Family, on behalf of the Worshipful Master and the Brethren of Preston Lodge 297, we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Connie.
November 28, 2016
Dear Grant and Family. We are both so sorry to hear about Connies passing. We have many happy memories of Connie especially from happier times shared at St.Lukes. Her warm smile and bubbly personality we don't have to tell you were infectious to say the least . Our sincere condolences from Kathy Jim and family.
Rob Stark
November 28, 2016
Hi Grant. Our deepest condolences at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jane and Rob Stark
Todd, Stephanie & Danica Rockel
November 28, 2016
Dear Grant and Family. Our sincerest condonences to you and your family in this tough time. Our thoughts are with you. Connie was such a sweetheart and will be missed by many. Love, Todd, Stephanie & Danica Rockel
Rick Miron
November 27, 2016
Hi Grant,
Barb told me about Connie and it was accentuated by Tom.
We both were shocked and and I have to tell you that she's probably one of the few people I see in my mind that always had a radiant and sincere smile. You did a lot for her and between her and her "docker" I admire your love and patience. Miss you and love both of you lots...and you know that you are always welcome in our home. Rick
Jay Johnston
November 27, 2016
Sorry to hear of her passing, thoughts and prayers with you Grant
Connie and Chris Smith
November 26, 2016
Dear Grant and family, We were so sorry to hear about Connie's passing and want to send our sincere condolences. We will miss her cheery 'golf cart greetings' at the lake.
Gail Blanchette
November 26, 2016
My prayers and thoughts are sent to the family..RIP Connie, you will be missed.
November 26, 2016
My prayers and thoughts are with you Grant and family. Rick Bilcky Cambridge Ont.
Carol Anderson
November 26, 2016
Sincere condolences Grant to you and your family. Always remember the love you shared and cherish the memories you made. God bless..............
Joan MacLeod
November 26, 2016
My sincere condolences on the loss of your Connie. You, the family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Connie.
Victor Loker-Simpson
November 26, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are for Grant and Connie, their families. may she rest in peace. God Bless...
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