Hughes, Doreen Jean

(nee Hodgson)

August 12, 1938 - April 19, 2006

Doreen Hughes of 108 Mile Ranch passed away at 100 Mile Hospital on Wednesday, April 19, 2006. She will be greatly missed by her loving husband Mike of 44 years, daughter Gillian (Charles) Montgomery of 108 Mile Ranch, son Bryn Hughes of Squamish, grandchildren Sarah and Michael Montgomery of 108 Mile Ranch, sister Dianne (John) Birnie of Oliver, brother Bob (Marie) Hodgson of Nelson, nieces and nephews Andrew and Shona, Mark and Kendra, Sally, Belinda, and Sophie. Also brother-in-law Chris Hughes of England.

Doreen lived life to it鈥檚 fullest and her positive attitude continued through her battle with cancer. She never gave up and kept on living until the end. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. Doreen had an amazing group of friends who shared a love of quilting, embroidery, and friendship. To her family, she was the best wife, Mom, sister, and Granny. We will love and miss her forever.

A Celebration of Doreen鈥檚 life will be held at St. Timothy鈥檚 Anglican Church, 100 Mile House at 1:00pm on Monday, May 8th, 2006. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be welcome.