Miriam Hughes

HUGHES, Miriam Kalamazoo Passed away Feb. 16, 2012 at Rose Arbor.. Miriam was born Dec. 30, 1938 in Delphos, OH she was one of six children born to Albert and Ruth (Scherger) Weisgerber. They lived in Delpos, Ohio until 1950 when they moved to Hillsdale, Mi. She graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1956. After high school she attended WMU where she received a degree in teaching and also meet her husband David Hughes of 51 years. Miriam is survived by her husband, David, her children; Jeffrey Hughes of Kalamazoo and Susan Hughes of Ada. Also 2 grandchildren, David Hughes of Kalamazoo and Miaya Hunsberger of Ada. Also great grandchild, Shoshana Hughes of Kalamazoo. Miriam taught 30 years in the Kalamazoo area, Portage, Climax Scotts and Parchment Schools. She was a member of Alpha chi Omega Sorority. After retiring she was very involved in KIA. She was head of Outreach and a lead Docent Trainer. She was very active in the Boys National Tennis Tournament. She became an accomplished painter after retiring, painting pastels. She was a member of the board of the Richmond Center and a master gardener. The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center, KIA, Richmond Center and St. Monica's Church in lieu of flowers. A memorial mass will be celebrated Monday Feb. 27, 2012 at St. Monica's Church with a visitation starting at 10am with a reception to follow service. We would like to thank our family and friends for their love and support for the past two and half years. Friends may leave messages for the family at www.avinkcremation.com. Arrangements by Avink Funeral Home Cremation Society Schoolcraft