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Stephen Hughes Obituary
He will be profoundly missed by his wife Arlene, children Jessica (son-in-law Cameron), Sarah, Sam, Christine and Jenny, and by his mother Beryl. His cousins, uncles and aunts, family friends, fellow hockey players and business partners will miss him every day. His friendliness and selflessness left him with many special connections, each personally touched by his friendship in Victoria, Calgary, Montreal, Ontario and Costa Rica.
Many who knew him appreciated his smart aleck demeanour, love for hockey (especially the Habs), appetite for oysters and scotch, and sound business advice. He was a man of integrity and a bon vivant, who believed in living life passionately, with joie de vivre. He was happiest spending time with his kids and getting updates about their adventures in academic studies, careers and personal endeavours. He was a phenomenal father, an amazing role model and incredibly devoted family man whose loss will be felt by everyone.
Steve is pre-deceased by his first wife Susanne Rousseau, younger sister Kim Hughes, father Robert Hughes and Uncle Brian Taylor. A funeral mass will be held at St. Patrick's Parish in Victoria on November 14 at 10:30 a.m. We kindly ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the ALS Society.
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Colin Henderson
November 1, 2016
Remembering . . . Colin & Joanne
Fred Rea
May 15, 2016
I was so shocked to hear about Steve's passing
As neighbours in Costa Rica for nearly 14 years-
I loved His dry wit and humour -
My heart goes out to Arlene and family
I always had so much admiration and respect for Steve - when Blair Houston informed me of his demise last week I was devastated-
He was my go to guy for being a gringo in Guanacaste - seriously
We had some fabulous trips at Casa Blanca
Steve - RIP we will always remember you from the bottom of our crazy Canuck hearts
November 18, 2015
We met Stephen briefly at Cam and Jesse's lovely wedding. How sad that the girls have had to say good bye so soon. He will live on in their memories and when the rawness subsides they will have these happy times to treasure. Patrice and Gregory Berko, Calgary
Nicole Mulder
November 13, 2015
Our deepest condolences to all of the Hughes family.
Much love
Nicole & Geoff
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Typical Steve, Costa Rica
Colin, Joanne & Martin Henderson
November 12, 2015
Arlene, Jess & Cam, Sarah, Sam, Christine, Jenny,(Steve's)Mom and to all your extended families and friends,
Our thoughts go out to you all in this very difficult time. We will be thinking of you and Steve tomorrow and send a heartfelt farewell to a long time friend of 44 years . . . may all the memories live on and continue to give comfort in everyone's time of loss . . . "a la prochaine mon ami!"
Kim and Hank Anawaty and Family
November 9, 2015
Dear Arlene and family, We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know you all are in our hearts and prayers at this most difficult time. The memories we made with you, Steve and the kids in Costa Rica will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Fran Morisset
November 8, 2015
To Steve's Family,
It is with a heavy heart that I offer my deepest sympathies to all of you in your loss of your husband, father, and son. Steve loved life and everything it had to offer; he lived it fully and left his own special mark on everyone who knew him. May your remembrances of Steve always warm your heart and bring a smile to your soul. So sorry for your loss......good-bye old friend.
Eralda Quercia
November 8, 2015
Dear Jessica and family,
My Sincerest Condolences....
Eralda
Diane & Bob Bean
November 8, 2015
Dear Jessica, Sarah & extended family,
Our sincerest condolences in your time of loss. May your fond memories give you solace and strength.
kathleen panet
November 8, 2015
We will always remember the Hughes family from the time they lived in Pointe-Claire, QC. Such a beautiful, sweet family with two wonderful little girls....now young women. Jessica and Sarah, please accept our heartfelt condolences. And please extend our sympathy to your extended family.
with love from Kathy and Bob Panet.
Peter Yaffe
November 8, 2015
Jessica, Sarah, Arlene and family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Steve. We go back to his early days with Susanne when Jessica was just born, and have been close friends ever since, throughout his travels to his many homes. We will miss him greatly.
Peter Yaffe And Joyce.
Colin & Steve, Haig Glacier, North K. Pass
Colin & Joanne Henderson
November 7, 2015
Sincerest condolences to all, Steve was a long time friend with too many great memories along the way to ever forget, as always, Colin & Joanne H.
MariLynn Montgomery
November 7, 2015
With tears again, I am sending my heartfelt sympathy to the whole family with special thoughts to Jessica and Sarah who I have known and loved since their births. I will always miss Steve; he truly was a very special friend of mine. I do have so many great memories of not only working together but becoming such good friends even across long distances at times. I will always miss you Rooster.
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