THOMAS R. “TIMMER” HUGHES, SR. age 86, beloved husband of the late Rose Marie (nee Kintly); loving father of Paula LaMonica (husband Robert), Thomas Jr., and Edward Sr.; devoted grandfather of Robert J., Nicole, and Adam LaMonica, Joseph Hughes, and the late twins Aaron and Nicholas LaMonica and Edward Hughes, Jr.; cherished son of the late Alphonse and Mary (nee Monahan); dearest brother of the late Mary Jane Croft and Alphonsine O’Hara; dear uncle and great-uncle of many.
Thomas was born on September 17, 1933 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania and passed away on July 11, 2020. He was a resident of Willoughby for 7 years, formerly residing in Mayfield Heights. Thomas graduated from Mayfield High School and was a high lift operator for Seaway/Riser Foods. He was a baseball and girls softball umpire and U.S. Army Korean Conflict Veteran. Thomas always had bubblegum for the kids and everyone. He loved golfing, fishing, and playing the slot machines at casinos. Thomas was an avid sports fan, especially enjoying the Indians and Browns. He will be remembered most as a social, friendly, generous and fun-loving man who loved to make people smile. Thomas was a jokester, funny and witty. He will be greatly missed.
Mass of Christian Burial Friday, July 17, 2020 at St. Clare Catholic Church at 10 AM. Burial following with Military Honors at All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Thomas at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) Thursday, July 16, 2020, 3-7 PM.
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Therese Hughes
My sincerest sympathies to the family of “Timmer”Hughes! Will always remember his smile, and, kindness to everyone! Prayers for the family to find comfort in your happy memories. Sincerely, Therese Hughes ( widow of the late Terry Hughes, cousin of Timmer)
Nathan & Debbie Watkins
We are so sorry to hear this. Fond memories of both he and Rose. Prayers for all of you.
Judy Lindstrom
I’m so sorry to hear that your father passed away. He was always known to us as Uncle Tim – or as I remember my Dad (Harry) calling him, Timmer. He was my Godfather and danced the father-daughter dance with me at my wedding (1991) after my dad had passed away in 1989. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Helmick Lindstrom
claudia kallin
to the hughes family paula and grandchildren. he feels no more pain and is in a safe place. i remember him being at school basketball games making jokes, laughing. great sense of humor . i have known Thomas since middle school. from the kallin household. we love you & rest in piece.
Deby Schwartz
To the whole Hughes clan, my heartfelt sympathies on the passing of ‘Tim’. I am honored to have known Tim and Rose and am grateful that they always accepted me into their hearts. May the wonderful memories you have fill the break in your hearts.
Leo and Kathy Hughes
We were so sorry to hear of Timmers passing. Sincere wishes to the family. We will always remember our cousin fondly.
Leo and Kathy Hughes
Lauren Gambatese Petrello
He always had a smile on his face and bubblegum in hand. He was a joy to be around! May he rest in peace.
Michael Covelli
I was notified of Tom’s passing in the 7/26/20, St. Clare Church bulletin. I met Tom when he umpired our softball games, in the Hillcrest 09:00 am Sunday morning league. I also knew him from the Saturday 4:30 pm Mass at St. Clare Church. I will miss visiting Tom regularly at Mapleridge Assisted Living. I will also miss our time spent in regular phone conversations. I’m disappointed I wasn’t able to attend services, or the Mass at St. Clare for Tom. He was a great umpire, and a good friend. May you rest peace, in the light and love of Christ. I look forward to seeing you again in the Resurrection!