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1930
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2024
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John Hughes Obituary
John Hughes, formerly of Greenwich, passed away April 1, 2024, age 93. He was born in Greenwich on October 26, 1930, to Frank and Mary Hughes. John proudly served in the US Navy from 1948-1952. For many years, John was the manager of Mickey's Restaurant in Greenwich and later, Quinn's Liquor Store. In later years, he was a crossing guard with a post in Stamford. John was also a member of the Knights of Columbus in Greenwich. John is now reunited in Heaven with his beloved wife, Nora, who predeceased him last year. He is predeceased by his siblings, Frank Hughes, Catherine Cleary, Veronica Murphy, and William Hughes. He is survived by his cherished children, Barbara Gilleski (Joe), Mary Firimonte (John) and John Hughes Jr. (Dawn), loving grandchildren, Christopher, Sarah, John, Dan, Kaitlyn, Andrew and Matthew and great-grandchildren, Steven and Lily. Family will receive friends on Thursday from 6-8pm at the Fred D. Knapp Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Avenue Greenwich, 203-869-0315. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church in Stamford followed by interment at St. Mary's Cemetery in Greenwich. For more information or to place an online condolence, www.greenwichfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a Veterans charity of your choice.
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Barb&Nick Fortunato
April 9, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We remember John from Mickeys tavern on Greenwich Ave Rest in peace John Thank you for your service
Shirley Tyminski
April 6, 2024
My very best to all of you. He lived a long and fruitful life. All my best, Shirley Tyminski.
Thomas Dougherty
April 5, 2024
Sorry for your loss.
Jim curcio
April 4, 2024
My condolences to all of Bobby´s family.
bob fogg
April 4, 2024
Dear Hughes family I knew3 your father because of Mickey's first and later on the other side of Greenwich Avenue..He was always a nice guy and GENTLEMAN !!
Bob & Pam Merritt
April 4, 2024
Bob was one of the friendliest people on Greenwich Ave. We met him when he worked at Quinn's. We became fast friends with he and Nora. It's been many years since we last saw him as we moved away from Greenwich but we have spoken of him many times. Rest in Peace Bob.
ED COFONE
April 4, 2024
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE HUGHES. HE, MY MOTHER, MY SISTER WORKED TOGETHER AT MICKEY'S RESTAURANT. MAY JOHN REST IN PEACE
The Griffin Family - Texas
April 3, 2024
We send our condolences to the Hughes family.
Janice L Valuskas
April 3, 2024
Mary, John and Barb,
I always treasured my College (and beyond) visits to Greenwich. The first stop was always "Mickeys" for a jigger of the best Sombreros in the universe made by your dad. He was kind, friendly, welcoming and very easy to converse with. Such beautiful memories and I am truly grateful for them.
John and Nora were an exceptional couple and now they are together watching over all of us. I have a special place for them in my heart.
My deepest condolences to each of you and your families. Sending love and support always.
Jan xoxoxo
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