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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Douglas Leroy Hughes on March 8, 2023, at the Saint John Regional Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Tillsonburg, ON, on July 29, 1950, to the late Donald and Irene (McGregor) Hughes and was the loving husband of 27 years to his wife, Barbara (Jamieson) Hughes.
Doug grew up watching and helping his parents with their Horse Riding Stable and developed a keen interest and love for horses. After he graduated high school, he went to school and received his certification as a Veterinary Technician where he took work doing animal blood testing on cattle. He then got a job working with Agricultural Employment Services working as a Livestock Specialist. 30 years ago, when he and Barb met, they bred a stallion and mare together and were successful in the breeding process and the results that followed with the foal, and they started Hughes Stock Farm in Brownsville, ON, just outside of Tillsonburg. There they both were so involved in breeding, conditioning, training and coaching horses and their owners. Doug always seemed to be able to read horses very well. People would come to him with a problem horse, and he was able to figure them out. He was an accomplished Farrier known by many. Doug was just a common-sense guy who would share his opinions about the best methods for raising and helping the animals. He always wanted horses to be treated with respect. He and Barb moved to NB for retirement to just outside St. Stephen, bringing with them three horses and two mules, before moving to his final home, just outside of St. Martins, NB. They had a good working marriage that was full of passion for the animals they both respected. Doug was funny, he was strong and determined, and as the last four years really emphasized, he was resilient. Doug will be remembered always for his love of animals, his strength and his abilities. He was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.
In addition to his wife, Barb, he is survived by his daughter, Jackie (Steve) Hughes; his stepchildren, Trevor (Nicole) Poshtar and Cindy (Lorenzo) Quarin; his two grandsons and his 2 step granddaughters; his brother, Gary (Mindy Jenkins) Hughes; as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and so many friends. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Michael and his brother, Richard.
Arrangements are entrusted to Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road (646-2424). In keeping with Doug’s wishes, no funeral services will take place. For those who wish, memorial donations made in Doug’s memory to any animal rescue charity or to the charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by his family.
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July 29 1950 March 8 2023 72 Years Old
Death notice for the town of: Saint-John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
death notice Douglas Leroy Hughes July 29 1950 March 8 2023 72 Years Old
obituaries notice Douglas Leroy Hughes July 29 1950 March 8 2023 72 Years Old
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