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Virginia "Ginny" Hughes

March 25, 1930 - November 23, 2024

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Obituary For Virginia "Ginny" Hughes

Virginia "Ginny" Conroy Helm Hughes, 94, loved life, a faithful Catholic who prayed the rosary every day, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, predeceased by her husband Bob, brother Joey Conroy and mother Gertrude Conroy. Ginny will be remembered by her seven beloved daughters, Debbie (Bob )McGurk, Janet Lieb, Patti (Tom)Loadman , Cindy (Mike) Scanlon, Ginny (Mark) Emanuele , Terri (Doug) Watson, Laurie (Mike) Burgman and
son-in-law, Jay Lieb. Also step-children Janice(Bob) Rudolph and Bob Hughes. She is also survived by her 19 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

Ginny so loved her daughters and spent much quality time with them - lunching, going to movies, shopping at Talbots, and beach vacations. She relished family time, and never backed away from spirited political discussions. She also never met a dance floor she didn't like. Ginny was proud of her Irish heritage; visiting Ireland was a dream come true for her. Touring the castles, churches and pubs were some of her favorite memories.
Ginny's legacy is one of unyielding kindness and generosity. Residing at Friendship Village, she became known as one of the "Golden Girls" - everyone wanted a seat at her table. Her friends loved her, respected her and the staff spent countless hours with her exchanging stories and sharing laughs. Not enough gratitude can be given to the staff for the unwavering compassion and loving care they bestowed on Ginny.
She will be greatly missed. The loss is deeply felt by her huge family and all those who knew and loved her. Her memory will live on and inspire strength, resilience and kindness to those whose lives she touched.
To her daughters, she leaves her compassion and wicked sense of humor. To her sons-in-law, she thanks them for loving her daughters unconditionally. And to her grandchildren and great grandchildren, Gram (Gigi) leaves the biggest hugs and kisses. Her family was her sole focus. We Are Family!

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 from 3-8 p.m. at the John F. Slater Funeral Home Inc., 412-881-4100,4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227. Funeral prayer on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Hope Parish, St. Germaine Catholic Church, 7003 Baptist Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to the American Cancer Society, www.donate.cancer.org or the Make-A-Wish Foundation, www.wish.org

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  • February 17, 2025

    Tery Hughes

    I was so sad to hear Ginny passed. I loved the woman who had so much love, wisdom, grace, kindness, honesty, with eyes that twinkled when she smiled and a laugh that would light up the room. I will always remember the first time I met her family when we celebrated Bob Hughes senior life after he passed. We all went out to eat and I had my first cosmopolitan. It turned into my favorite cocktail not only because it tastes great but because it brings back those fond memories. Her family is so loving and connected they embraced you right where you were and welcomed you "in." You were not a stranger. When Bob and I went to Pittsburgh we always purposed to stop in and see Ginny. No matter what the season she was always so appreciative of the gifts we sent. Always saying that was not necessary but yes it was because it allowed us to show her love. She always remembered us too at birthdays and Christmas with those wonderful cards. Ginny I raise my glass to both you and your Bob with cheers to much laughter and love in that beautiful home called heaven. Take care until we see you again with open arms.

  • November 26, 2024

    Barbara Millar

    To all of Ginny's extended family and especially her daughters, our deepest sympathy and condolences. Barbara and Bill Millar

  • November 26, 2024

    Susan Lacock

    My deepest sympathy to Ginny's family. I offered up prayers to God that he might sustain you as you learn to walk this life without her. She has left a great legacy in her children , grandchildren and great grandchildren.. much love to all of you, Susan Lacock( Tommy's old nurse)

  • November 25, 2024

    Nancy Quinque

    Nancy Quinque wishes the beautiful family of my old friend Ginny, my sincere condolences. We enjoyed many good times with the St. Norberts Mothers Club and the Bazaar. ❤️❤️🙏

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