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Matthew Eric Hughes

Matthew Hughes Obituary

Hughes, Matthew Eric, 18, of Davie, died September 9, 2005, of injuries incurred from a rollover accident on Labor Day morning. Matt was a graduate of St. David and Arch Bishop McCarthy Catholic Schools, receiving the Presidents National Scholastic Award in 2004. He was currently attending BCC. He loved sports and played on several Davie Optimist teams. He enjoyed music and playing guitar became his passion. Matt is survived by his loving mother, Pat Hughes; father and step-mother Nick Hughes and Kristi Love; devoted sister Victoria Hughes, maternal grandmother Margaret "Peg" Draudt; uncle Eric "Rick" Draudt; God Parents Eileen Sullivan and Patrick Quigley; great aunts, uncles, cousins, and a multitude of friends. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, 3:00 PM at St. David Catholic Church in Davie followed immediately by a gathering of family and friends at Panciera Van Orsdel Funeral Home, 100 S. Douglas Road, Pembroke Pines from 4:30 - 5:30. A Tribute in Celebration of Matt's Life will begin at 5:30 at the funeral home. Matt's family suggests contributions be sent in his memory to The Boy Scouts of America, South Florida Chapter, 15255 NW 82 Avenue, Miami Lakes, FL 33016. Arrangements by PANCIERA VAN ORSDEL FUNERAL HOME, Pembroke Pines. 954-437-2599.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Sep. 14, 2005.

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Pat Hughes

September 8, 2024

Today marks your 19th year in heaven. Time has passed but not the emptiness of our loss. We have so much to remember about you and no one could ever forget your incredible smile. What I would give to spend one more day with you. Love, hugs, and kisses always, Mom

Joe

July 14, 2023

Matt, was driving through the old neighborhood last week and thought about you. We used to have so much fun as kids playing in that old neighborhood. I remember your mom taking us to bumper boats and going to uncle Al´s, and x files at your house, and playing with all the kids in the neighborhood summers felt like they would never end.

Pat Hughes

September 8, 2022

There´s are days that are especially difficult to remember, like today. Seventeen years ago we had to make the heart wrenching decision to take you off life support. You are missed as much today as you were then. I can´t tell you how broken are hearts are over the loss of you. My beautiful baby boy, God knows how much I love you. It helps to know you are not alone in your heavenly home.

Pat Hughes

July 7, 2022

Happy Birthday Matt. Can´t believe you would be 35 today. Your sister and I miss you tremendously. We talk about you all the time. If I could have one wish, it would be to share another day with you. Love you always and forever, Mom OXOX

Pat Hughes

September 9, 2021

My dearest baby boy, you are on my mind more today than any other. It still hurts to know that today, 16 years ago I would have to say goodbye. It´s still as fresh in my mind as if it were yesterday. The same thoughts go through my mind, new tears flow down my cheeks. Saying goodbye to you that day was the hardest thing I´ve ever done. I still feel you in my heart and hear you in my minds ear. How I cling to the memories of you my baby boy. Good bless you my child, until we meet again. Love, hugs, and kisses! Mom

Brian Chapman

August 4, 2020

I knew Matt for only a couple of years through some of his classmates and common friends. Matt was always wanting to really have fun and could never stay in one place. He needed to be active and he really stole the show at times. I never have spoken openly about the day he passed, but I think of it all the time. Our group of friends, at that time, hung out daily. I had made the decision to go away to a private school in another state before the accident. I know that I would have been in that vehicle on that day too. For years I have wondered... what if I were home?. I think about that day often and I wish I had the chance to share one last memory with Matt and our group of friends all together. I hope his family knows how many people are thinking about their son to this day!

Pat Hughes

September 9, 2019

Today marks the fourteenth year that you went to heaven. Life has gone on for us all but the emptiness is still there for me. Missing you is an understatement, I miss you more than you can imagine. You remain in my thoughts daily and in my heart forever. I love you my baby boy forever.

Pat Hughes

June 17, 2017

Matt, I just reread all the messages that were left on here for you. I miss you as much today as I did back then my baby boy. So much has happened over the years but I know you are watching all of us. John just had a baby boy and named him Elijah Matthew to honor you. Jeremy did the same with his son Lucas. I love you baby boy, miss you always, Mom

September 17, 2005

Steve, Elissa, Ashley, & Lindsey Spencer

September 16, 2005

Dear Matt's family, We are deeply saddened by the passing of Matt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss him.

Ginni Morrow

September 15, 2005

To Matthew's family: I was Matthew's fifth and sixth grade Science teacher at Saint David. Matthew was a nice boy with a good heart...he will be truly missed. Words cannot express how sorry I am. My prayers and deepest condolences to all of Matthew's family and friends.

Ginni Morrow

Arlene Mainhart

September 15, 2005

To Matthew's Family,

Losing a child is the worse thing you can go through...My heart goes out to all of you...May God comfort you at this sad time...Ryan went to St. David's and Archbishop Mc Carthy with Matt, and has lots of fond memories of him.

May he rest in peace.

Arlene Mainhart

Lindsey and Matthew Rutledge

September 14, 2005

Although it has been a while since we last saw each other, Matthew and I are sincerly moved and saddend by this event. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, and we send our deepest condolences. We look forward to seeing Vicotria, Pat, and the rest of the family soon.

Love, Lindsey and Matthew Rutledge

Gigi Wiborg

September 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I recently talked to Matthew and we discussed his future goals. As always, I had to laugh as I tried to "teacher talk". He had a way!

Sylvie Hebert

September 14, 2005

Pat and Victoria and family, words can not describe the deepest sorrow for your lost Matt made everone laugh and with his dipples smiling at you when he was up to something you couldn't help not being made. When I would ask him what he was up to he would get right up to my face and say nothing Mrs. Hebert, Yes Mrs. Hebert and have this huge grin. How many times Jeremy was late because he was helping him break in his car to get his keys he locked in or lost them. You have been in our life since you were in third grade and there you will remain. Bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten, but forever remembered. We love you. Sincelely,

Sylvie Hebert and Family

Martha Burgess

September 14, 2005

Pat -

RJ will soon be there to give you his big country hug. We have been aching since hearing the news.

I will never forget the fun weekend when Matt joined us in the Keys (7th grade?). He was a ball of energy and a catalyst for endless laughter.

It was a great gift to have been even a small part of his life.

May Christ's unceasing love comfort you in the difficult days ahead.

Martha Burgess

Samantha Smith

September 14, 2005

Matty was the one person who you became instant friends with. The one in the group who could make a joke about anything, who had the capability to achieve the impossible with his charm and smile...matty i will always remember the songs we use to sing in class and the laughs we had together...see you on the other side matt...i miss you

Savannah Lidert

September 14, 2005

Dearest Pat, Nick, Kristi, Rick, Peg, and Victoria, you are always in my thoughts & prayers as well as Matthew. He was the love of my life & such a special individual. My dad mentioned to me today "Only the good die young."Matty's presence was always a blessing and a joy. Lots of love, Savannah Majorie

Celeste Chinelly Fisher

September 14, 2005

Mr. & Mrs. Hughes & family,

My niece Traci went to St David's and also Archbishop with Matt. You are in our continued prayers. My daughter told me that the mass today at school and the video memorial were very special. May Gods' comforting arms be with you today and always.

Kristen Benson

September 14, 2005

To Matthew's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Matthew was a very good friend of mine, so I know how special he truly was. He has left an imprint on my heart, and he will stay with me forever. He was an amazing man and He will never be forgotten. Just take each day a step at a time. If you need anything at all I'm here for you. God Bless you all!

Alex Lamelas

September 14, 2005

Matt you will always be remembered in my life, as the funniest person i have ever met, and i cannot express how much i will miss you. you were a great friend and great person. I love you and will miss you forever. You have left behind so many friends Matt, that as you look down on us from heaven, i hope you see how many lives you have touched. I will see you in the future Matt, dont forget us, and we will not forget you...

Julie DeLeon

September 14, 2005

Pat, Victoria, Peggy & Rick...words cannot convey our deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious Matthew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and we pray you find comfort in the memories of such a wonderful and talented person. We continue to pray for the family for comfort in this difficult time.

With Love and Sympathy,

Julie, Lindsey & Matthew

Robin Bruno

September 14, 2005

Victoria & family:

No words can be said at a time like this, always remember Matt will always be with you. The couple of times he can by our office, I remember is was very polite and always smiled.

Victoria, I know how much you love your brother you always talked about him to me with alot of love in your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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