I knew Hugh from NHC where my son had worked. I used to drive him to Camp Daniel with a van full of campers. He was always a perfect gentleman. At dances for New Hope, he never sat down. What a joy it was to see how he enjoyed life! Hugh made me smile whenever I saw him. He was truly a gift to all who were lucky enough to know him. ????

Linda Hau (Friend) 2024-07-08 21:58:03

To everyone who knew and Loved Hugh, my condolences. I had the pleasure of working in the office at New Hope and enjoyed every morning when Hugh stopped in to say Hi or bring me a gift that he made the previous night. Oh my gosh, the fun he had dancing at every party.....Dance away sweet friend, you are missed!

Karen Shymanski (Co-worker at New Hope) 2024-06-29 21:21:06

I too have many memories of Hugh,from having the same birthday as Elvis to watching wrestling on TV and can't forget his love for scooby doo. Rest in Peace

Lori Sidney (Niece) 2024-06-27 07:14:44

I knew him when I lived with him at Brooklyn house he was a great guy and friend I loved how he was a big Elvis fan and shared his birthday with him his family has my sympathy and condolences he was very special guy when I lived with him

Trevor steinke (Friend ) 2024-06-26 17:53:46

It was a pleasure working with Hugh during his time at Century Oaks. He loves showing off his pictures of his family. I'll always remember our little chats before he went to bed. Condolences to the whole family.

Kaitlin Mueller (Oaks Staff ) 2024-06-26 15:50:34

I have so many fond memories of Hugh, too many to list. He loved so many things his music, wrestling, heinz the dog. Best memories of him was when Grease or Wizard of oz would come on t.v. he made sure he had his tape recorder ready to record the songs. You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Hugh

Tracy (Uncle ) 2024-06-26 13:54:11

I have so many fond memories of Hugh, too many to list. He loved so many things his music, wrestling, heinz the dog. Best memories of him was when Grease or Wizard of oz would come on t.v. he made sure he had his tape recorder ready to record the songs. You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Hugh

Tracy (Uncle ) 2024-06-26 13:52:50

Uncle Hugh, may you enjoy your time singing with Elvis. Rest in peace Hugh

Scott Pellegrini (Nephew) 2024-06-25 15:29:11

He brightened everyone's day. He lived a life filled with love, and happiness. Everyone was made better for having known him.

John Sharp (Nephew) 2024-06-23 22:21:05

My deepest sympathy Mike ,Darla and family on the loss of your brother. Prayers and Hugs!

Ronnie and Vonnie Schoen (Darlas cousin) 2024-06-23 21:36:00

Rest in peace dear friend Hughie until we meet again.

Dave Dueholm (Friend) 2024-06-23 20:40:36

I loved having Hugh in my P. E. Class. As I remember, he really enjoyed volleyball. Sweet and gentle man.

Sue Kleinhans (Former teacher of Hugh) 2024-06-23 10:39:29

Dear Barbara,as german friends we didn´t come to know Hugh in person, but we got a glimpse of his personality trough your warm telling. You gave us an impression about his humor, his fears and his likes and dislikes. And so we can imagine, that his death leaves a gap and everyone who knew him will be sadly mourned. Gods blessing to Hugh and all of you, Birgit and Michael, Sankt Augustin/Germany

Birgit and Michael Arndt (friends of Barbara) 2024-06-21 08:52:26

Jill and Family, Lifting you all in thought and prayer. We wish we could have met Hugh. Jordan knew he needed to meet you at that airport that night. He is a lover of people like Hugh was. As my mom once said. IF the world were full of people with Down syndrome, what a wonderful world it would be. Love and deeoest sympathies, Doug, Renae and Jordan Dobbe

Renae, Doug and Jordan Dobbe (Friends) 2024-06-20 22:50:07

On behalf of the entire Able Trek Tours Family we send loving thoughts and prayers.

Kim Doll (Able Trek Tours) 2024-06-20 07:20:07

Jill, You have my condolences. I remember from way back when how much Hugh meant to you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bob Rieder (Friend) 2024-06-19 22:20:02

Jill, You have my condolences. I remember from way back when how much Hugh meant to you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bob Rieder (Friend) 2024-06-19 22:19:06

Special thanks to sister Kristine who never failed to send Hugh a weekly card and sister Joyce, who regularly brought him goodies to satisfy his sweet tooth. Both also cheerfully took his daily phone calls where Hugh would say: Just checking to see how you’re doing. Thanks also to Jane Eckert who sent Hugh postcards from whatever location she was visiting. ??????

Barbara Wagner (Sister) 2024-06-19 18:56:44

Was a pleasure to have known you & spent time with you! You were a kind and gentle soul & will be dearly missed! Rest in Paradise Uncle <3

Taylor Schommer (Great Niece) 2024-06-19 16:47:10

It is with great sadness to hear of Hugh's passing. As both manager and caregiver for Hugh at Brooklyn House, I saw firsthand how kind hearted he was. He adored his family, friends, caregivers and Elvis. He will be missed. RIP Buddy.

Sherry Noss (Friend) 2024-06-19 16:39:54

I worked with Hugh when he lived in his apartment on Cedar St. He was always a joy to spend time with.

Pat Miller (Friend) 2024-06-19 11:28:02

Hugh always knew my name, even if after many years passed, he had such a kind caring heart. When you talked to him he was always so happy, Hugh are was such an inspiration to live by. Hugs and may you have eternal rest

Bonnie Schneider (Friend of the family) 2024-06-19 10:02:48

Hugh was a great caring gentleman, he will be missed dearly. RIP, until we meet again my friend.

Rod Krause (Friend and former caregiver ) 2024-06-19 09:21:15

My thought are a jumble with great memories of Hugh and some heart attack memories as well. Hugh was a funny, super caring and most lovable guy you would want to meet. My heart breaks at his passing. My sincere condolences to the entire family. With love Ellie

Ellie Hilton (Friend) 2024-06-18 20:21:12

Loved Hugh! We would go down the road to the bend in the river where it was the closest to the river. We set up our poles and he loved catching fish. But he never wanted to keep them because he didn’t want them to die. He lived his life with that thinking in every aspect of his life. Loved him and his brunches he had. He loved having all his family around him and even myself having not being his brother in law anymore.

Randy Stache (Former brother in law ) 2024-06-18 19:28:47

I have many fond memories with Hugh on outings to various places when he lived at Brooklyn House. The crafts he would make me and the smile he would bring to everyone’s faces will not be forgotten. Rest in peace Hugh.

Macey Pingel (Former Caregiver) 2024-06-18 19:12:40

I knew Hugh a very long time he was a guy with a kind heart may God be blessing him, My Condolences to the family especially,Marti,LuAnn,and Jill...I'm truly sorry

Kim (Friend) 2024-06-18 17:08:16

On behalf of the Calumet County Fair we express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Hughie's family. Hughie as we knew him, was a long time number one fan of the fair. He didn't miss a day and he seemed to always enjoy himself at every event. He will be missed - many of us on the Fair Board knew and talked with Hughie often!

Calumet County Fair (Fair Board Member Friend) 2024-06-18 15:58:07