We regret to advise of the death of Sapper Hugh LeRoy Hughson (Ret’d) of Fredericton NB on 21 February 2016 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital at the age of 89 years.

Hugh was born in Upper Keswick NB and served in the Second World War with the Royal Canadian Engineers. After the war, he worked for the Canadian Pacific Railway retiring in 1986 after 43 years of service. He had been a member of the Fredericton Branch #4 of the Royal Canadian Legion since 1946.

There will be no service by request and interment will take place in Douglas Rural Cemetery at a later date. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com.