DOUGLAS

Cynthia D. Hughes, affectionately known as Cyndi, passed away peacefully at home on March 20, 2024, while embraced by the supportive love of her family. She was 73 years young. Cyndi was a lifelong resident of Douglas, the daughter to the late Charles and Beatrice (Stewart) Shurick. She was a graduate of Douglas High School before continuing her education at King's College. It was during this time she participated in a pen pal correspondence with a handsome soldier, Thomas E. Hughes, Jr., who was serving multiple tours in Vietnam. Unknowing at the time, Tom would become her future husband. They married in May of 1972. Inseparable as both a couple and as soulmates for nearly 54 years, Cyndi and Tom shared a profound and enduring love throughout their journey together.

Surviving Cyndi are her three daughters: Jennifer Giunta (Tony), Rachel Koopman (Jeff), and Kristin Hipp (Christopher); seven grandchildren, Anika Koopman, Aidan Giunta, Carleigh Koopman, Isla Koopman, Torynn Giunta, Kendall Hipp, and Tenley Hipp, all who were the light of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with them. Also surviving Cyndi is her brother Daniel Shurick (Cindy), her sister Charlene Cove (John), nieces and nephews, and the many extended family members within the Hughes family. Cyndi was preceded in death by her beloved sister Iris Towle, her brother Jeffrey Shurick, brother-in-law Paul Towle, and nephew Paul E. Towle. Her family takes comfort in knowing that she has been joyfully reunited with them in Heaven.

Cyndi looked forward to travelling. Annual excursions with Tom, Iris, and Paul to Indian Head and Cool Springs always were adventurous. Summering in the White Mountains and never missing an opportunity to see the bears at Clark's Trading Post were highlights for her. Simple in needs, Cyndi was just as content taking a ride for an ice cream, supportively attending one of her grandchildren's varied activities or quietly enjoying a cookout, if she was with her beloved family. These journeys were not merely vacations but a means of creating lasting memories that her family will treasure forever.

Creative in spirit, Cyndi enjoyed crafting. She lovingly made handmade flower girl and prom dresses for her daughters, Christmas stockings for each of her daughters and grandchildren and looked forward to wreath making with her girls. Her hobbies also included coloring and ceramics.

Cyndi's passing came as the early morning sun rose, marking the first day of Spring. Her family takes comfort knowing she opened her eyes to her own new beginning in Heaven, where she was greeted by her savior Jesus Christ. Throughout her life Cyndi held true to her Baptist upbringing and unwavering beliefs. She looked forward to being reunited with her sister Iris, her mother Beatrice, family and friends who went before her, including her best friend, Maddie. Cyndi was a confidant to her daughters and friends, always offering a listening ear. She was gentle, empathetic, and wished the best for everyone. Although she will be missed, her family finds comfort knowing she was not afraid to begin her new journey and that her spirit will continue to guide and comfort them until they meet again.

Tom and the girls extend their heartfelt appreciation to Cyndi's 5th Floor Care Team at Milford Regional Hospital and to Salmon Hospice for their skilled care of and concern for Cyndi. They also would like to acknowledge the loving support and care Irene Sorel provided Cyndi while at home and for Tom's siblings and all other family members who visited with Cyndi during her final days.

Calling hours will be 4-6pm on Monday, March 25, at Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main Street, Northborough. Cyndi's funeral will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, March 26, at Rice Memorial Baptist Church, 85 Lincoln Street, Northborough. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Douglas.

To leave a condolence for her family, please visit www.HaysFuneralHome.com.