Montpelier, VT Mark Hughes, Sr, 89, formerly of Prospect Street in Montpelier, but most recently of Greensboro Nursing Home, died on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 in Greensboro. He was born December 23, 1921 in Montpelier, the son of Harry and Rose (Loiselle) Hughes. He attended St. Michael's school in Montpelier. In 1940, he enlisted in the United States Army, served during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1945. Early in his career, he worked as a stone cutter at various stone sheds in the area. During most of his career, he owned and operated Hughes Custom Plaining in Barre. On April 25, 1947, he married Helen Edgerley at St. Augustine Church. Mrs. Hughes predeceased him on March 22, 2010. He told people that he had a good life. He enjoyed time with his family. He was a Red Sox fan and loved watching baseball. He loved traveling the back roads of Vermont looking for treasures at lawn sales. He enjoyed playing cards and bingo. He found gardening relaxing and fun. What people will remember most about Mark is he had a great sense of humor and he loved to make people laugh. He was the loving father of three children; Joanne Hughes Jewett of Orange, Gary Hughes of Williamstown, and she was predeceased by her oldest son, Mark E. Hughes, Jr. He is also survived by three grandchildren; Chris, Lewie, and Megan; two great grandchildren, Myha and Eva; a son-in-law Jay Jewett; a daughter-in-law, Judy Hughes; a cousin Danalda Chenette and her husband Bernie; Jackie Bussiere of Northfield and Lorraine Muncil of Burlington. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by five sisters and one brother. Calling hours will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at the Guare & Sons Funeral Home. A memorial service will begin at 1:30 pm. A reception will follow the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermont Foodbank, 33 Parker Road, Wilson Industrial Park Barre, VT 05641.