Hugh Martin Ruggero

Hugh Martin Ruggero obituary

Hugh Martin Ruggero

Hugh Ruggero Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Grace Funeral Home & Cremation Services on Aug. 15, 2025.

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Hugh "Hughie" Martin Ruggero, 69 of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, August 14th, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

Hugh was born June 7th, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of the late Samuel and Sara (Adams) Ruggero. On September 18th, 1976, Hugh married Kathy Ann Bolter and they shared over 48 years together.

Being a jack-of-all-trades, Hugh wore many different hats. He worked in construction, roofing, and was an electrician. He retired in 1998 from Pallet Recycle.

Hugh was a tell it like it is type of person. He didn't sugar-coat. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and construction. Above all else, Hugh loved spending time with family.

Hugh is survived by his wife Kathy Ruggero; daughters Sheila (Cliff) Lawson and Stacey (Jason) James; grandchildren Clifford, Dale, Gabe; siblings Brenda (Terry) Smith, Sam, Bob, Terri, Mike, Maria, Tom (Brandy) Ruggero, and Danny (Lynann) Ruggero; and many other family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Sam and Sara, Hugh was preceded in death by his brother Joe.

No services are being held at this time.

Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services (formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington). www.GraceCremations.com

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