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Irvin E.
Irvin E. Hughes, age 62, passed away suddenly after an auto accident on Friday, December 13, 2013. He was born in Louisville, KY on January 14, 1951, to Irvin E. Hughes Sr. and Geraldine
M. (Malone) Hughes. He
married Susan E. Eiseman on May 27, 1972, at Zoar Lutheran Church, Perrysburg.
Irv graduated from Maumee High School in 1969, and
received a Bachelors of
Electrical Engineering from
the University of Toledo. Throughout his career, he was a Professional Engineer for Toledo Engineering, SSOE, Champion, Palmer Associates, Glasstech and was presently working at
Encompass Technologies.
He was a member of Zoar Lutheran Church, and marched with the Glass City Drum Corp. for several years, and played bass guitar in various bands in the Toledo area.
He is survived by his wife, Susan; daughters, Heather
K. Hughes-Meek (James) and Molly L. Rodgers; 3 grandchildren; his sister, Lillis F. Nowaczwk (James), brother-in-law, John R. Eiseman.
Friends will be received at the Witzler-Shank Funeral Home 222. E.S. Boundary, Perrysburg (419-874-3133) from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 19, 2013. Visitation will continue on Friday, December 20, at Zoar Lutheran Church, 314 E. Indiana Ave. where funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. conducted by Pastor Timothy P. Philabaum. Burial will be at Fort Meigs Union Cemetery. The family suggests
memorial to Zoar Lutheran Church, Organ Fund or American Kidney Foundation. Condolences may be left for the family at
witzlershankfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Irvin Hughes
Jenny Jenkins Schings
December 20, 2013
Lillis and all Irvin's family, My thoughts and prayers are and have been and will continue to be with each of you. Sincerely, Jenny Jenkins Schings
December 20, 2013
Dear Sue, Heather and Mollly--
Irv will be missed by so many people, but he will never be forgotten! He was such a wonderful man, so kind and generous with his time and his many talents. Irv was brilliant, but he never talked down to people who didn't have his great understanding of electronics. He was such a talented musician and a beautiful singer! He was such a friend to the church and to the Arts Council, a mentor to young musicians, and a great friend to all of us interested in music at Zoar! Also, he was funny! He was one of the funniest men I ever met--I can still remember him as Noah at Zoar! God Bless You Always, and especially now. Love, marti zallocco & family
December 19, 2013
Dear Lil, Jim, Matt and Liz and family,
We are sending all our love to you and your family at this most difficult time. We remember with great fondness the wonderful toast "Uncle Irv" gave at Emily's and Matt's wedding. What a fine gentleman he was!
We are so sorry for your loss.
All our love,
Ellen, Stuart, Doug and Misako
Helen & Massoud Ketabian
December 19, 2013
Heather & Family,
May many,many cherished loving memories bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead as you travel this journey through grief.
Dave Ruswinkle
December 19, 2013
Sue, Heather & Molly,
I'm sorry to hear about Irv. I remember hanging out with you guys and the fun we had. I still listen to Mose Allison and other jazz music Irv introduced me to. I can't wait to see Papa Smurf again so I can ask if he can come out and play.
LeAnn Baker
December 19, 2013
Susie, Molly,and Heather,
I can not imagine your pain and sorrow, but hope that you feel the love and support of all of us that knew and loved Irv.He was certainly one of a kind, and will be sorely missed!
Donald Gatwood
December 18, 2013
So sorry to hear of Irv's death. He was a very talented individual and I enjoyed our years together marching in drum corps. He definitely knew how to have fun. I'm certain his passing will leave a void in many people's lives. May the memories you have bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Mick Miller
December 18, 2013
Sorry to read About Irv. Though I haven't seen him since the 1970's I remember having a great time making music together. I remember him as a talented Bassman and that he toyed with the trumpet as well. Sorry for your loss.
Patty Henry Williams
December 18, 2013
Susie, Heather, & Molly, Sending my love and prayers. My memories of Irv....he made me laugh, his bands - boy! he could sing, riding our bikes from BG to Fort Meigs (why, we all did that...I have no idea), scavenger hunts and his love for each of you! Praying God will show his love and bring you comfort through your many memories.
Jean Paul Pierrepont
December 17, 2013
Molly and all
I am the last of my family and I know the pain too well
I hope you will work thru it and as long as you remember, they are still around
Pat Seibold
December 17, 2013
Sue Heather and Molly. You know how much everyone loved Irv.. He will be missed forever. We will always talk about him and remember him and laugh. Because he always made me laugh. You guys are in my prayers.
Chrissy and Terry Rehard
December 17, 2013
Oh Susie, Heather and Molly, The pictures brought back sooo many happy memories. As sad as this is, it is so nice to reflect on the rewarding lives you've built together. What full and happy years you've had!
Marla Adams
December 17, 2013
So sorry to hear about Irv. He was really special and talented in so many ways. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you.
stacie taper
December 17, 2013
I will miss Irv very much...i will be praying for u all..
Irv in pit of Christmas Fantastic at PHS
Pam Williams
December 17, 2013
Irv was a great guy. He always made me smile. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jean & Ken Hughes
December 17, 2013
What a blessing it was to have Irv for a neighbor for so many years, he had a heart of Gold..Sending prayers to you Sue and the Girls & their families..
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