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Robert McHugh Obituary
Born January 28, 1937 in Taylor, PA he was the son of the late Bart and Elizabeth Gilotti McHugh. He was a graduate of Old Forge High School, class of 1954. Bob was a US Navy veteran who served four years during peacetime. Later he received his bachelors degree in education from Mansfield University. Bob was in education for twenty six years. For twenty three years he was employed at Wayne Highlands School District where he taught at Damascus and in Honesdale. While in Damascus he coached basketball and later he coached golf in Honesdale.
Bob was a member of the Honesdale Golf Club and served many positions there. He was a former member of the Jaycees, a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the American Legion in Florida.
An avid golfer, he had 16 hole-in-one's. He enjoyed music, playing his guitar and spending time with his grandchildren.
Surviving are his sons Robert Jr., James and wife Rose all of Honesdale; John of Monroe, NY; daughters Jill Miller and husband Al of Hawley; Jennifer McHugh of Chino, CA; brothers Larry McHugh and wife Susan of Old Forge; Joseph McHugh and wife Patricia of Moosic; sisters Lorraine Atapovich of Old Forge and Marlene Marmo of Lady Lakes, FL; a brother-in-law Stanford Carey of Old Forge; 7 grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his sister Carol Carey and brother-in-law "Brownie" Atapovich.
Funeral services will be held at the Hawley United Methodist Church on Thursday at 11 AM with Rev. Martin Cox officiating. Friends may visit Hessling Funeral Home, 428 Main St. Honesdale on Wednesday from 2-4
and 6-8 and Thursday morning from 10 to service time in church. Private interment will be at a later date in Old Forge Cemetery.
Condolences can be made online at www.hesslingfuneralhome.com.
Memorial contributions can be made to Honesdale High School, Friends of Golf, 72 Heaven Ln. Honesdale, PA 18431.
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Kevin Adolfson
June 17, 2010
To the McHugh family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I know you'll miss him. Always keep the memories alive! You'll always have them to put a smile on your face or even bring a sad tear to your eye.
My first memories of Bob are from when he helped coach our little league team, The Taste-Freeze Mets. Always there for his 3 boys, encouraging and teaching them and the rest of the team about baseball. Jill came to the games too, although she was just a little one, and Jen was born during the season. Bob raised a good family, as I found out over the years when I worked with Bobby at the fair, with Jill at the Hospital, and playing ball again, only this time against some of the McHugh boys. I know you'll miss your Dad dearly.
My condolences and sympathy are with you all.
Kevin Adolfson
Kimber Frindt-Pykus-Best
June 17, 2010
Bobby..We have had some wonderful memories.You were the Best Golf teacher I ever had.I still have my clubs you bought me in Myrtle Beach.God Bless you in Heaven,Goo.
June 16, 2010
I remember Bob as we played golf together many times. he was always so calm and consistent on the golf course.
My Heart Felt Condolences to All of the Family,
Chuck VanderRoest
Barry Vasisko
June 13, 2010
To the entire McHugh family, I'm very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. I'll remember all the years of friendship and good times with Bob. He will be missed by all.
Deb Accetturo Harkrider
June 12, 2010
Marlene and family,
My heart is so sad for your loss - but I know that Bobby is in a sweeter place now. I will always remember how we danced together and how he always remember me. Please know that Bobby loved you, appreciated you and left you knowing you did everything you could for him. Be happy that you we able to spend the time with him you did - even when everyday was not the best.
My love and prayers are with you - now and forever
Deb Accetturo Harkrider
Angela Golden
June 12, 2010
Dear Marlene and family, Ron and I are so sad to read about Bob. Please, know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Ron and Angela Nole Golden
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