Christopher Harold Hughes

10/14/2016

Peacefully passed away at Cambridge Memorial Hospital on Friday, October 14, 2016 in his 62nd year.

Loving husband and best friend of Hughena Hughes. Dear father of Erika Rowe (Dave) and Lindsay Reilly (Marc). Loving grandfather of Brady, Abbey, Liam and Elena. Survived by his mother, Gwen Hughes, sister Elaine Anderson and brother Dave Hughes (Debbie). Predeceased by his father Harold Hughes and brother-in-law Dr. Cameron Anderson.

Chris was employed for many years as the photographer at the University of Waterloo.
Special thanks to Dr. Diane Humphrey and staff, the amazing nurses in ICU and Dr. Ali and Dr. Baben in Emergency.

As per Chris’ wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lung Association would be appreciated.

Please visit Chris' obituary notice on Facebook.

15 Comments

Jan Weber

10/18/2016 11:13:31 am

My deepest sympathies Hughena, Erika and Lindsay. Chris had an amazing sense of humour and could always bring a chuckle with some of his witty responses. Although we have not seen each other in a number of years I've often thought of him as I searched the archives for his photos. Know you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Clayton N cindy rowe

10/18/2016 01:56:15 pm

Forever in our thoughts N prayers .
Praying peace that surpasses all human understanding and healing in your fragile Valley.

Karen Crooks

10/18/2016 02:17:08 pm

Hughes & family,
So very sorry to hear of your tremdoys loss.
Condolences to all who loved him.
Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy.

Karen Tobin

10/18/2016 02:23:12 pm

My Heartfelt Condolences to You and Family -- I am so Very Sorry -- Please know You are in my Thoughts & Prayers

Jim Dusen

10/18/2016 04:52:19 pm

I've know Chris for many years through our involvement with the University Photographers Association of America. He was always right up at the top of my list of members I wanted to hang out with more than just once a year at our symposiums. I sure wish your family lived a few minutes across town rather than three hours across the border. Boy, would he and I have had fun! I'm most grateful that photography allowed us to cross paths. Good times were had by all when Chris was in the room!

Nancy Freitas

10/18/2016 04:52:23 pm

I'm so sorry to hear about your husband Hughena ...xoxo

Lori Vogel

10/18/2016 05:27:39 pm

I am glad I got to know Chris better over the last couple of years. I enjoyed his sharing of family photos and memories. I will surely miss him.

Please accept our condolences
Lori (Gorham), Pete, Jonathan and Ashley Vogel

Mary and Doug

10/18/2016 05:46:17 pm

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. You know we loved Chris. We are both here if you need us. Love to you Hughena and to Erica and Lyndsay and families. XxxOoo

Chris Read

10/20/2016 10:35:28 am

To Chris' family: I had the pleasure of knowing Chris through his work on campus - he will have a lasting mark on UW through his photos, his work, as well as through the relationships he developed. My thoughts are with you.

Manfred Grisebach

10/20/2016 11:07:51 am

My sincerest condolences to the family! I've known Chris for years at UW (we're almost the same age) and enjoyed running into him on campus. He was always generous with his smiles and greetings and seemed to love his job. He will be missed.

Nancy Collins

10/20/2016 03:28:24 pm

I knew Chris from the University and he was always a pleasure to work with. I will remember him for all of the great photos he took, which capture such a huge part of this University's history, but even more for the big smile and friendly hello that he always had for everyone. My condolences.

Linda Collier (Patterson)

10/22/2016 08:01:14 am

Dear Hughena and family, my heart is breaking for all of you. I can't believe he is gone. Chris was a wonderful person, and the world was a better place with him in it. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Sherri Anne

10/24/2016 01:54:48 pm

On behalf of the Faculty of Arts at the University of Waterloo, we offer our sincere condolences on this sad occasion.

Joan and Brian Miller

10/28/2016 01:12:28 pm

Dear Hughena, Erika, Lindsay and Family: We are so sorry to learn of Chris' passing. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Joan Miller

10/28/2016 01:14:24 pm

Dear Hughena and Family. We are saddened to learn of Chris' passing. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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