Keith B. Hughes

1948 - 2017

Keith Blake Hughes, 69, a long time resident of Ipswich, MA, passed away at his home on December 23, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Originally from Broadalbin, New York, Keith was predeceased by his parents Phyllis (Mawby) Hughes and John Austin Hughes, and his brother David Hughes. Keith will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Kathleen (Marchetti) and their precious daughter Austin. He will be lovingly remembered by his twin brother Patrick Hughes and his wife Yuko, of San Francisco, California and his sister Celia Hughes of Austin, Texas. Keith also leaves behind his sister-in- law MaryAnn Connors and her husband Michael Connors, of Gloucester, MA, his sister-in-law Paula Beck of Peabody, MA, his brother-in-law Michael Marchetti and his wife Patricia of Reading, MA, his brother-in-law Christopher Marchetti of Park City, Utah, and his mother-in-law Dorothy Freniere of Wenham, MA. Keith will be remembered by his niece and many nephews. Keith was an Attorney who began his law career representing the Department of Social Services. He went on to open the law practice of Schultz and Hughes in Lawrence, MA, where he remained until his health forced him to retire. For many years he was a valued member of the Ipswich Zoning Board. Keith was recognized for his compassion for those less fortunate, his intelligence, and his fair and sound judgement. He was a wonderful husband, a remarkable father and a caring brother and friend. Keith will be remembered and missed by all who knew him for his kind, generous spirit, his great sense of humor, and his selfless approach to life. Services are private. Donations may be made in memory of Keith to the Ipswich Animal Shelter.