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James Hughes Obituary

James Hughes, 70, a 50+ year resident of Downers Grove, passed away March 24, 2008 at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in Wheaton. James was born January 5, 1938 in Iowa City, IA. He was a truck driver. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 27 from 3-9 p.m. at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Mass Friday, March 28th, 10 a.m at Divine Savior Church in Downers Grove. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. James is survived by his wife, Mary Ann nee Pavlik; Sister, Phyllis (Hally) Day and brother, Richard (Rosemary) Hughes. Uncle to many. Arrangements by Hallowell & James Funeral Home in Downers Grove, (630) 964-6500.
Published by South DuPage Reporter/Progress on Mar. 25, 2008.

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Barbara Ali

March 31, 2008

Jim was so good to me and my brother Greg- even our dog Hobo. We would always be there watching him do farm work and Maryann would give us ice cream. Our prayers are with you.

debbie churchill

March 26, 2008

my uncle jim was the funniest uncle . i remember when i was younger all the fun times we had . one time when we would say tickle tickle uncle jim.he would laugh.mysister linda and i would stay with my uncle jim and aunt mary ann all the time and we had fun.our prayers are with you.

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