David L Hughes

1961 - 2023

David L Hughes obituary, 1961-2023, Fairbanks, AK

David L Hughes

1961 - 2023

BORN

1961

DIED

2023

David Hughes Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 22 to Jun. 25, 2023.
Dave Hughes, 62, of Fairbanks, Alaska, passed away on May 23, 2023, in Fairbanks. He was born on January 14, 1961, in Fairbanks, to Cy and Roberta Hughes. Dave was a dedicated Journeyman Pipefitter, Foreman, and General Foreman for Local 375 in Fairbanks, Alaska. He was also a Plumbing Inspector for the City of Fairbanks, Alaska. Dave was a very educated individual who was always continuing his education and was exemplary in his line of work, going above and beyond carrying out his responsibilities.

Dave was a Christian and enjoyed worship music. He loved life, loved Alaska, and loved retirement. He was a beautiful person, very kind, and honorable. Dave was a very respectful person who will be greatly missed. He is survived by two sisters, Connie (Gordon) Gallamore, Deanne Hornbuckle, and brother, Chris Hughes. He is also survived by his stepchildren, Brandi Swanson-Cross & Larry Swanson Jr. and several nieces and nephews. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Cy and Roberta Hughes, and sisters Cindy Becker, Cathy Steiner, and Denise Solien.

Dave loved his dog, Oliver, and enjoyed music, listening to podcasts, boating, sports, exercising, gardening, fishing, skiing, and golf. He loved the sunshine, and his smile would light up any room.

A Celebration of Dave's life will be held on August 5, 2023, from 1:00-5:00 PM at Miguel's, 1235 Airport Way, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Fairbanks, 645 8th Ave., Fairbanks, Alaska 99701.

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Roland Castillo

August 12, 2024

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Roland Castillo

July 2, 2023

I met David in 1973 . We lived on 7th and his family lived on 8th ave. Years went by and we reconnected in 1990 at a bbq at my place on King road. Life happens and after 10 years we drifted in opposite directions again. Like I said life happens. Safe journey my friend

Aimee Bell

June 27, 2023

Very deeply saddened by Daves passing. He was far too young. He will be missed.

Greg Rhines

June 26, 2023

Shared many great experiences & memories from our pipefitter apprenticeship thru "adulthood ", always a great guy, condolences to the family.

Connie Gallamore

June 23, 2023

My beautiful brother. Rest in peace, all my love, Connie

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