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STUART HUGHES
Born: Jan 03, 1952
Date of Passing: May 20, 2020
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STUART HUGHES
January 3, 1952 - May 20, 2020
Stuart, the only child of Pauline and Ken Hughes, was born in Beverly, Yorkshire, England.
Stuart saw much of the Middle East and Africa as the family moved during his father's career as a Squadron Leader in the RAF. He had happy memories visiting his Nana and her boxer Jane at the "Manor" which instilled in him his life-long love of dogs. He was active in school activities such as cricket, football, motocross racing and theatre.
The family immigrated to Toronto, Canada in the mid 60s. He attended George Brown College and then began his career with Air Canada as a flight attendant, moving to his home base of Winnipeg in 1979. He was promoted to In-Flight Service Director, which he held until his retirement in 2003. Stuart was very sociable and made many dear friends during his career at Air Canada and in his retirement, which included working at Windsor Plywood, ADESA Car Auction, Winnipeg Limousine and as an actor in the Winnipeg film industry.
Stuart met the love of his life Donece in the 80s, they started dating in the 90s and they became husband and wife on July 1, 2006. Donece shared Stuarts love of dogs and together they raised three boxers and a rescue dog.
Stuart enjoyed construction and restoring vehicles. He built a four season sunroom and a detached garage/workshop on his home and repaired and sold motorcycles. Always a Corvette lover, he purchased a 1980 Corvette that he fully restored and repainted.
The world is a sadder place without Stuart. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Stuart was predeceased by his mother Pauline and leaves to cherish his memory his wife Donece; his pet boxer "Missy"; father Ken and spouse Evelyn; in-laws, Thomas and Susie, Susan and Brian, Richard and Candis, Bob and Heather, Sheri and Tom; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends and daughter Nicole and grandson Nathan.
Thanks to the caring staff at Health Sciences Centre Rehab, 2nd floor, Seven Oaks 5th floor, St. Boniface L2 and 5th floor.
Special thanks to family who comforted Stuart in his final days and hours.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
www.voyagefuneralhomes.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 30, 2020
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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STUART walked into my clothing store one day. What a handsome man I thought. As I got to know him in 2 months of him coming and shopping I thought mmm this man would match with my dear friend across the hall DEONCE. SO LONG STORY SHORT I GOT THEM DATING. TURNS OUT I WAS CORRECT. STUART WAS A VERY SPECIAL MAN FUNNY, POLITE. HE WILL BE MISSED AND NOT FORGOTTEN BY MANY. XXXOOO - Posted by: LAURALEE HACKERT (FRIEND) on: Apr 19, 2021
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In lockdown due to Covid 19 I have been spending time looking up old friends. I knew Stuart when our fathers were in the RAF and we lived in married quarters in Colindale. He was one of my best friends when we were 8-10 yrs old! Our mothers stayed in touch until Pauline's death. Coincidentally I was also a flight attendant for BOAC and then BA. I'm so sorry that I have missed knowing him again and offer sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Jane Taylor(nee Langley) (Childhood friend) on: Apr 11, 2021
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I STILL REMEMBER THE FIRST DAYS WORKING ON THE RAMP I WAS PAIRED UP WITH YOU AND YOU MADE THE FIRST WEEK WEEK ON THE JOB A MEMORABLE OCCASION. REST IN PEACE OLD FRIEND GODFREY S JOHN. - Posted by: godfrey john (WORK MATE) on: Jun 01, 2020
