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Patrick Hughes Obituary
Patrick William Hughes, 66, born and raised in Chicago Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Fort Myers Florida (Happy Place) on Jan. 30, 2026. Everyone who knew Patrick knows how much he enjoyed his sports and relaxing either around the pool or at the beach. You could always see him with a smile on his face, especially when he was in one of his favorite places (Longboat Key) with friends and family. Devoted partner to Claudette Marchand for over 20 years. Loving father to Bryan (Skylan) Hughes; grandfather to Jackson and Hudson. He was a committed dad to Brigette (Mitchell) Vincent. Brother to Tom (Kathleen); Ray (Maureen) and Michael (Dawn). Beloved Uncle to Meghan, Erin and the late Lauren; Colin and Ryan (Morgan), Mark, Courtney, and Caitlin. Preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Laura Hughes. Cherished Godfather to Leslie Nolan and Erin Hughes. Proud lifetime member of the Hamburg Athletic Club where a Memorial Service will be held on April 18, 2026, from 3:00 to 8:00 at 3523 S. Emerald, Chicago, Illinois 60609.
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Wendy
March 3, 2026
Patrick will truly be missed by his family and so many loving friends. Thankful he got to enjoy his Happy Place with Claudette. You could feel that smile came right from his heart.
Lupe Ramos
February 19, 2026
Very heartbroken to fine out of your passing. I will always treasure the times we shared @ BlueCross and our last photo celebrating our Retirement. In our hearts forever..RIP our dear friend
Michelle and John Komar
February 19, 2026
I can´t believe you are gone, Patrick. So fast and way too soon. We´ve had so many years of friendship, shared memories, laughter, and countless good times and I´m at a loss to understand how we go on without you . Barzini, I hope that you are in Lambeau field, decked out in green and gold, wearing a cheese hat with a Miller Lite in your hand, the Packers are winning every game, and you are winning all the pools! RIP my dear friend!
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Roger & Mary Ellen
February 17, 2026
Mary Ellen & Roger
February 17, 2026
Patrick was in our community a few years but we felt like he had been here much longer. Both Patrick and Claudette jumped in to help will all events and offered help where ever needed!
He was our honorary pool boy getting us drinks or floats for anyone on the water.
Such a loving happy man that will be missed by all that knew him
He was a one of a kind I was blessed to call my friend
RIP Patrick and know you were loved
Susie
February 15, 2026
I´m sure gonna miss you. I am totally at a loss for words, which you know is impossible. Thank you for everything Patrick. I love you.
LaDonna Hadley
February 14, 2026
Not sure what happened, sent a tribute to you but didn´t post. I´ll miss you, all I can say you were one of a kind. You and Mike my life guards are forever my extended family
Dawn Hughes
February 12, 2026
My dear brother in law Patrick filled our family with fun, lots of laughs and crazy times! Pat was great uncle to my precious granddaughter, Chloe and I´m grateful for the little time they were able to spend together. His memory will be cherished in our hearts forever
Caitlin Hughes
February 12, 2026
Will miss you always
Courtney Hughes
February 12, 2026
Always smiling
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