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Hugh Devlin Obituary
A Memorial Service will be conducted at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home at 12 Ocean Ave. in New London, followed by a visitation until 7:30 p.m.
A complete obituary will be published in a later edition of The Day.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hugh Devlin
Sponsored by Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home - New London.
Don Deane
May 17, 2025
Still missed by many, Hugh, Continued Peace to you and your Family.
Don Deane
Dave Fairman
May 16, 2025
Rest in Peace Hughie. When we had a fundraiser for a luge competitor, you stepped forward at Louise Applebys behest, Thanks for a Lise well lived.,
Don Deane
October 6, 2024
Still Missed by many Hugh.
Dave Fairman
September 12, 2024
To the family-
When we needed a fundraiser for an Olympian from Waterford in the 90s Louise Appleby arranged a pancake dinner in the High School cafeteria. She also arranged for guest waiters. Her choices were all restaurantours, including Hughie. With proceeds and raffled items it was a success and Bethany made it to the Olympics in Sweden. RIP Hughie and Louise.
Maggie Searles
October 10, 2020
A great man and kind. I worked for Hughie he always made sure you were ok. I visited him at greentree nursing home several time and was impressed he remembered me. I miss him he will never be forgotten.
Photo from Charles Cunningham: Arlene & family. Hughie, a man I truly admired for all his great qualities. Loved traveling around with him. Have missed him & think of him quite often. His Friend, Charles Cunningham.
Charles Cunningham
October 6, 2019
Arlene & Hugie Devlin @ his B.D. Party @ Mohegan Sun. Great event for a wonderful, generous, witty man. He has been missed by so many.
Mary Ellen Menghi Leone
October 4, 2019
He has been missed by many. Such a generous ,witty man with many great stories to tell. So much fun to be around.
October 24, 2017
There was no other like him. He will surely be missed by many
Mario Wendetti
October 20, 2017
Hughie will be missed. Still remember him, Hughie Sr. and Mom being there for our weekend visits from the CGA. Remember him telling he had bet the bar on Smokin' Joe in the Ali Frazier fight. Later in life when my daughter's water polo team played Conn. College, treated the girls to lunch at Hughie's new place. Still have a pic with Hughie and the Brown U. team. A helluva guy. I will really miss him.
Deanna Steinman- Bailey
October 19, 2017
Arlene and family, We are saddened to hear of Hughies passing! We will always remember the good times we all had together over 35 years! His jokes still ring in my head and your love for each other was unmatched! He always called me " A diamond in the rough" and I will hold that dear to my heart and remember him with a smile on my face. Much love and Godspeed David and Deanna ❤
October 16, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bob Dray
October 14, 2017
Have known Hughie since Chapman Tech days. He lead a full life and will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to the entire Devlin family.
Jorge Allende
October 14, 2017
My most sincere condolences to the Devlin family during this difficul time. I had the pleasure of working for Mr. Devlin and his mother over 20 years ago. Despite the fact that I only washed dishes at his business, he always took the time to make me and everyone else in the restaurant feel like family. I remember how proud he was of his father's career and legacy. My most endearing memory of Mr. Devlin was right before I left the restaurant. I told him that i needed to buy a car but I didn't know where to go or what to do since I had recently migrated to the US, Hugh pulled me out of work and took me to his car dealer. He was with me while I looked at several cars, and even though we couldn't find the right car for me that day, his act of kindness has always stayed with me. Rest in peace Mr. Devlin, you'll be missed.
Linda Wilson
October 13, 2017
RIP to one of the nicest Boss I ever had & a very fine & loving family.God Bless you all.
Linda Wilson.
Waitress in 80's when you had the best restaurant/bar in town.Say hello to Emma...
linda savago
October 13, 2017
Hughie! One classy guy, always a gentleman, so full of energy and fun. I had the pleasure of working at Hughies in he 70,s. So much fun and so many laughs. Hughie was truly devoted to his family, loved by all. My condolences to the family. He will never be forgotten.
October 13, 2017
Arlene and Family, so sad to hear of Hughes passing. So many wonderful memories of a kind and generous man.
Dick and Linda Hedden, Naples Fl.
James and Angela Trent
October 13, 2017
New London must seem a little quieter today, Hughie will be deeply missed. Our condolences and deepest sympathies to his family.
Lisa darling
October 13, 2017
May his memory be a blessing to all
Bruce and Lisa Darling
Kevin Leyland
October 13, 2017
A New London legend has passed. Rest in peace Hughie. You gave so much to the city. There are so many people who would not know where New London was if not for you. You survived the worst and have left a legacy of resurgence for downtown. You will be missed, but never forgotten. Sincere condolences to all of the Devlin Family.
Tim & Nikki Dulin
October 12, 2017
Our condolences to the Devlin family.Hughie was a great man and operated the best restaurant ever in New London.Best wishes to all.
JoAnn Sequara-Morris
October 12, 2017
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Tony and Midge Pescatello
October 11, 2017
We will all miss Hughie. He had a way of making everyone feel special to him. He always had a kind word, a smile and many a free drink on him whether at his restaurant or running into him where he would be patronizing another venue. May he Rest In Peace.
October 11, 2017
So Sorry Arlene & all of your family. Hughie was a kind & generous man. I have many lovely memories of him & how he made us all laugh with his many great stories.
A legend of New London who will be missed.
Mary Ellen Menghi Leone
October 11, 2017
So sorry Arlene, and for all of the family members. A kind & generous man like no other. And great memories of how he made us all laugh with his many stories.
Margo Neistat
October 11, 2017
ONE in a million-Hughie redefined the word
LEGEND!!
Much love, Margo xoxo
Pat Kelly
October 11, 2017
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Richard Rowe
October 11, 2017
Arlene and Family
Those were the days.....many wounderful memories. Our condolences to you and the Devlin Family.
Richard & Marjorie
October 11, 2017
My thoughts are with you and your family, Arlene, at this most difficult time.
Valerie Robinson
Pat Kelly
October 11, 2017
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Karen Hansen
October 11, 2017
My condolences go out to his wife, family, and friends, may your memories comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Donald Deane
October 11, 2017
Rest in Pease Hughie it has always been my good fortune to have known you all my condolences to the Devlin Family.
Donald and Sue Deane
October 11, 2017
May you Rip hughie,you were loved by so many,a great man a great legend ,never to be forgotten,,,,,,jane mcneace,,,Rn,westerly hospital,,,,,,
Michael Sylvia
October 11, 2017
My most heartfelt condolences to the entire Devlin family. New London has lost a true legend.
Pauline & Gary O'Donnell
October 11, 2017
Arlene and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Hughie was a great person and we always had so much fun with him.
Tom D'Angelo
October 11, 2017
Susie and Family,
Very sorry for the loss to you and Hughie's entire family. He was also family to so many of us and will be missed. Anytime he knew I was in town he would come visit me and was upset if no one let him know I was around. He was "New London". Through him I was welcomed everywhere simply because I was his friend. Family and Friends meant the world to Hughie. We were always known as the Belmont Boys from Providence and we will honor his memory always. May he Rest In Peace.Condolences to all who loved him.
October 11, 2017
Thank you for giving us great memories Rest In Peace Peter and Susan Dimaggio
Rit & Eve Manthous
October 11, 2017
I grew up on Bank St near the Traystman hot dog factory. Hughie, who was older, would play with me and his first cousin Frankie, whenever he visited. He gave me the name of Hisky Disky primarily because he couldn't speak my Greek moniker. In later years we would run into each other and refresh our friendship. He was a caring guy who would do whatever he could to help you. He shall be missed by many, especially his love salad customers. May his memory be eternal.
Charlie Green
October 11, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barry Liberio
October 11, 2017
Hughie, you meant a lot to many people! Touching hearts and being a very kind person. Condolences and prayers go out to the the entire Hughie Nation!
RIP!
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