Addie Muriel Hughes passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the age of 102.
Addie was predeceased by her parents, Helena and Frank Donnelly, her loving husband Elmer, son Danny, her sisters Helen, Hazel and Evaline, brother Roland and half-brother Frank, who lived much of his life in Detroit.
She is lovingly remembered by her sons Gerry (Dorothy) and Robert (Margaret); grandsons Cory and Brent (Sara); great grandchildren Jackson, Calla and Tenley; Robert's stepchildren Darin Lowe, Claudette Lowe, Colin Lowe, Andrea Lowe, Richard Lowe (deceased), Brock and Robin Pitawanakwat, and all of their children; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and cherished friends.
Addie was born on December 31, 1922, at a farm near Uren, Saskatchewan and grew up on the farm north of Uren and later on an acreage on the east side of Chaplin, having a lot of fun and experiences with her three sisters and brother.
After receiving her teaching certificate at Normal School in Moose Jaw, Mom taught at several one-room-multigrade schools and later at Chaplin elementary school. She pursued her love of music by playing trumpet and piano in the Longhurst dance band with her sister Helen, after teaching herself to play both instruments by ear.
After marrying Elmer and relocating to the Hughes Farm, she continued her teaching career as well as her love of music, singing duets with Elmer and playing the piano for numerous social events and sing songs with friends and neighbours.
Addie was a devoted worker for the Chaplin United Church and later for Zion United Church in Moose Jaw. Mom was a dedicated volunteer in Moose Jaw and served as a Meals on Wheels
coordinator. Addie was recognized for her volunteer work in Moose Jaw by being presented with a Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002.
Politics was always an important part of Mom's life. She volunteered countless hours for the CCF and NDP, helping to elect the governments of Tommy Douglas, Allan Blakeney, Roy Romanow and Lorne Calvert.
Mom never let any physical health problems negatively affect her life. Her outstanding memory stayed with her to the end of her life. In the early morning of the day she passed away, she was singing an old song in bed. Her roommate sang along with her and said Addie, knew all the words.
Thank you, mom, for your unconditional love, perseverance and compassion. We Love you Mom and we know you will continue helping people and making music in Heaven.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday March 8, 2025, at 2:00PM at W.J. Jones & Son Funeral Home, 474 Hochelaga St W, Moose Jaw, SK. Della Ferguson will officiate. Those who are unable to attend can view the livestream by clicking on the Zoom link PRIOR to 1:55pm Saskatchewan Time to ensure you are able to view the service. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9827558167?omn=85383469548
