HUGHES, Robert J. (Bob)

The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Monday, February 08, 2010 Robert (Bob) J. Hughes, 82, passed away on Feb. 3, 2010. He was born in February 1927 in Chicago, Ill. After serving in the U.S. Army during WWII, he graduated from Bowling Green University, followed by medical school at Northwestern. He thoroughly enjoyed being a family doctor, one who had heartfelt, personal dedication to his patients, both in his private medical practice and at Indian reservations throughout the West. In retirement, he was committed to community service in many venues, most recently as a docent leading tours at the Smoki Museum and distributing food and clothing to the needy at The Open Door. A modern day Renaissance Man, he was a talented artist in many media, an avid outdoorsman, a conversant naturalist, and most of all an attentive husband, father and grandfather. He will be remembered by all as one with a selfless, curious and engaged attitude toward life and others. He is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Caralee (Lee) Hughes of Prescott; his three children, David Hughes, Richard Hughes and Cindy Snavely; two step-children, John Felix and Melinda DeCiro: six grandchildren, Holly Rose, Brianna and Danielle Hughes and Julianne, Kimberly and Brandin DeCiro; daughters-in-law, Rhonda and Patrice and sons-in-law Gary Snavely and Nick DiCiro. He will be deeply missed by his family and the many friends and others who knew and loved his warmth and wit. A celebration of his life service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, at the United Methodist Church in Prescott. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Open Door. Information provided by survivors.