Obituary: John Hughes, 93, Formerly Of Greenwich

Obituary courtesy of Fred D. Knapp Funeral Home

John Hughes, formerly of Greenwich, passed away April 1, 2024, age 93. He was born in Greenwich on October 26, 1930, to Frank & Mary Hughes. John proudly served in the US Navy from 1948-1952. For many years, John was the manager of Mickey’s Restaurant in Greenwich and later, Quinn’s Liquor Store. In later years, he was a crossing guard with a post in Stamford. John was also a member of the Knights of Columbus in Greenwich. John is now reunited in Heaven with his beloved wife, Nora, who predeceased him last year. He is predeceased by his siblings, Frank Hughes, Catherine Cleary, Veronica Murphy, and William Hughes. He is survived by his cherished children, Barbara Gilleski (Joe), Mary Firimonte (John) and John Hughes Jr. (Dawn), loving grandchildren, Christopher, Sarah, John, Dan, Kaitlyn, Andrew & Matthew and great grandchildren, Steven & Lily. Family will receive friends on Thursday from 6-8pm at the Fred D. Knapp Funeral Home 134 Hamilton Avenue Greenwich, 203-869-0315. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday 10am at St. Mary’s Church in Stamford followed by interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Greenwich. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a Veterans charity of your choice.