Bryan F. Hughes
November 12, 2024
HUGHES, Bryan F – passed away unexpectedly at Markham Stouffville Hospital on Tuesday, November 12th 2024, in his 82nd year. Bryan was a beloved husband and soul mate to Valerie Hughes. Loving father, grandfather and best friend to Bryan Paul Hughes and Bryan Daniel Hughes. Affectionately known to family and friends as “The Bryans”.
Bryan’s career began at Toronto Hydro where he worked for twenty-five years, later transitioning to consulting for various organizations in human resource and contract negotiation. During these years Bryan and Val enjoyed time with their family and friends at their cottage on Lake Kipawa in Quebec.
After finally retiring in 2013 Bryan spent cherished time with Val, Bryan Paul and his young grandson splitting time between their home at Pike Lake in Mount Forest, Ontario and condo on St. Pete Beach in Florida, where he enjoyed countless books and the view from the balcony.
Visitation will take place at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest on Monday, November 18, 2024 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. A private burial service will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Burlington.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Bryan are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services or Arthur Animal Rescue.
Condolences
Dear Val,
We so miss your visits to Florida! When we finally met Bryan, he was so charming! We never knew what we were missing! On our trip to visit you in Canada, you and Bryan were like our long lost Brother and Sister, entertaining us in your home, and lavishing us with your cooking.
Spending hours talking and listening to Bryan was magical. We loved our times together! He was so warm and inviting! We could all talk for hours!
When you sold the condo we knew it was the end to an era! We realized that Bryan was not coming back to visit. It put a hole in our hearts!
May he Rest in Peace!
When able, when things calm down, please come down for a refresh!
Much love to you and the Bryans!
Laura and Gus
Val, sorry to hearabout Brya , call me at 506-759-9308 or h.dickinson@nb.sympatico,ca
Val, John and I send our sympathy to you. Contact me at 506-795-9308 at nb.sympayic.ca h.dickinson@nb.sympatico.ca
Val John and I send our sincere condolances to you and family. Hugs Heather and John Dickinson. 506-759-9308/nm/ sympatco. ca
Val John and I are sorry to hear about Bryan, sending hugs Heather and John Dickinson, Campbellton, NB 506=759-9308 or nb.sympatoco,ca
Val and family i am so sorry to hear about about Bryan, send hugs Love Heather Dickinson Campbellton,n 506-759-9308 or h. dckinson@nb, sympatico.ca
Condolences to the families of Mr. Hughes. I worked with Bryan for a few years at Ornge. He will always be remembered as a man with integrity, a great and wonderful manager who always had his staff’s best interest at heart.
May his gentle soul find eternal peace.
Dear Valerie and family,
It was such a delight to see Bryan when he visited the library over the years. He was a gem and a ray of sunshine. I will remember our many book chats, talks of authors and discussions of the benefits and joy of reading a good book or two.
I am saddened and heartbroken of the news of Bryan's sudden passing. His loss is deeply felt.
Lucy Pavia
Smart, engaging, and supportive. I too worked with Bryan at THES and fondly remember his yellow #2 pencil and his bang on comments on the side of documents and memo's. He will be missed. May his memory be a blessing. N
— Nathan Beecher, November 18, 2024Hi Val. I was shocked to hear of Bryan's passing and would like to offer you and yours my heartfelt condolances. May he Rest In Peace.
— Mario Iafrate, November 17, 2024My best friend, my loving Dad, the loving Papa to Bryan Daniel and soulmate to Valerie, has passed too soon for everyone.
While you have left your physical body, you will always remain in our hearts, minds and bodies. You will always be part of us!
Words will never express the joy and happiness you brought to our family and everyone you met.
You were always our rock, and in passing you will continue to be, through prayer and reflection.
All the wisdom you passed down to me will be passed on to Bryan Daniel. It will make him a better person than I could ever have without your guidance.
We take peace in knowing God has welcomed you with open arms, and in that you will always be looking down and protecting us from heaven above.
I love you, my dad, and your grandson loves you.
Rest in peace.
XO
I met Bryan over 25 years ago when I joined Toronto Hydro. Over the next fifteen or so years, we worked together where he was my boss, ,my teacher, my mentor, my sounding board and most importantly my friend. When he retired, we were able to connect again as colleagues in our consulting businesses and we worked together again for another five years or so. His solid advice, incredible ability to be supportive while not necessarily agreeing with you and his kindness and compassion made him one of a kind.
Our personal lives intertwined as well. We all lived in the same condo for a period of time and we were so lucky to spend some quality evenings fed spectacularly by wonderful Valerie, discussing politics and life in general.
Bryan and I have stayed in touch over the last few years and although I knew he was ill, I was devastated to learn of his passing. I will miss his emails, filled with personal news and so much pride about his Bryan Paul and Bryan Daniel. His love for them and for Val was clear with everything he wrote and I know they will all miss him terribly.
Please know David and I are thinking of you during this difficult time. May your wonderful memories sustain and comfort you.
Shaun and I would like to express our sincere sympathies to you Val and your family. Xo
— Debbie Wright, November 17, 2024Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of unforgettable memories
Everyone’s journey is different and everyone has a story but Bryan was a one in a million rare gem summed up in three ways…
QUIET WISDOM
WONDERFUL GRACE
INCREDIBLE RADICAL KINDNESS
As we mourn Bryan’s death let us also celebrate his life. What we will remember most are the times we would get together for coffee or be invited to their home where we were always welcomed with swift warm arms that squeezed tight, lively interesting shared conversations as Bryan was a news junkie, had a love of the daily paper and a compulsively good read. There was always a delicious home made meal that filled their table prepared lovingly by his beloved Valerie to enjoy especially Bryan’s favourite…all things Pastry LOL She always made enough for an army with leftovers sent home with their guests.
Family….where life begins and love never ends. Bryan absolutely adored Bryan Paul and couldn’t have been more of a proud Papa sharing often not to brag but what a terrific kid he was and an extraordinary human. We were delighted to share their joy when Bryan Daniel was born 12-12-12. It was a magical time for everyone. Three generations of The Bryans. His grandson cherished long talks with his Poppa while imparting generously nuggets of wit and wisdom and many life lessons to cherish. We appreciated that he was a strategic and creative problem solver but also a compassionate listener which made him both comforting and wise.
Someone wise once said “Do not mourn for me I have not left you. Look into the eyes of my children and you will find me there”
Just this past Spring I happened to mention to Bryan that our daughter Cheryl was doing the Annual two day Ride For The Cure to Niagara and back again this year. . Without the blink of an eye he very generously sponsored her. That was the kind of man he was.
Rest peacefully Dear Friend. Till we meet again may your memory be a blessing.
May God Bless You All Ways, Always
With love
Alanna & Ron English
Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them. Amen
I send my sincere condolences during this time of deep sorrow. The Bible gives a comforting hope and promises that your loved one will come to life again on a beautiful paradise earth when death will be no more in John 5:28, 29 and Acts 24:15.
— Gale Ellis, November 17, 2024Dear Val We are so very sorry to learn about Bryan's passing. We always enjoyed visiting and talking. His vast knowledge made for our interesting conversations which we enjoyed over a glass or two. We will miss him at our next get together. Thinking of you. Tyrone and Veronica
— Tyrone and Veronica, November 17, 2024Condolences to the family. Bryan was always such a warm and welcoming person. I’ll always remember him with a book in hand.
— Margaret Ensley, November 17, 2024Sincere Condolences, our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow
— Roger and Toni Maurer, November 17, 2024Pat & I are so sorry to hear of Bryan's passing.
It was only a couple of months ago that he and I were discussing the merits of him purchasing a new vehicle. Needless to say this came as a shock. We first met Bryan through Valerie's coffee shop in Burlington in the 70's and have been friends through relocations ever since.
We extend our condolences to Valarie and the Bryan's.
Bryan had such a welcoming way about him! I’ll always remember him with a book in hand.He will be missed.
— Margaret Ensley, November 16, 2024SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I SO ENJOYED BRYAN'S TIME AS WE TALKED ABOUT EVERYTHING. HE WAS A VERY KIND AND KNOWLEDGEABLE MAN. MAY HE R.I.P.
— HERMAN PERLMAN, November 16, 2024