HUGHES: Dwight of RR 1 Ailsa Craig
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On October 16, 2026 @ 10:17 AM In Lucan, Obituary | 50 Comments
Gone too soon, Dwight passed away peacefully at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on September 26, 2026 of RR 1 Ailsa Craig at the age of 60. Cherished brother of Ronna Austin of Ailsa Craig, Rhea Rowe of Baden, and twin sister Debbie Hughes and Dan O’Neil Jr. of Birr. Proud uncle of Sawyer Rowe, Emily Rowe (Satchel); Beth O’Neil (Mack), Ava O’Neil (Gabriel), and Thomas O’Neil. Predeceased by his parents Donald and Leona (Udink) Hughes.
Dwight was a kind, gentle and soft-spoken man with a dry wit. He cherished his farm, not only as his home, but for the history and memories that were woven into it. He took great pride in his years working in the agricultural industry. Dwight was generous with his time and was always there for someone in need. He was patient and encouraging with his nieces and nephews passing along his creative spirit. His family meant everything to him, and he shared a special bond with all of his sisters, particularly his best friend and twin sister, Debbie. He also had a special place in his heart for his dogs, Molly, who rests at the farm, and his beloved Winny.
A memorial service honouring Dwight will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN. on Saturday, October 17th at 11 AM (please arrive by 10:30 AM). Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will be held at the Nairn Cemetery.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, North Middlesex Historical Society, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Sorry for your loss he will be missed by anyone that knew him. Lots of great memories.
To the Hughes family. My deepest sympathies. Dwight was always very kind and very talented craftsman with many beautiful items he gifted his family with. Thinking of you all. Cherish your amazing memories. Colleen and Ernie Dobinson
Debbie, Ronna & Rhea, so sorry to hear of Dwight’s passing. Know that I am thinking of you as you navigate through this difficult time. I have many happy memories of the time I spent with your family, always lots of fun and laughs. Dwight will be missed, but never forgotten. Hugs to you all.🥰
Dear Ronna, Rhea, Beth, Ava, Thomas, Sawyer, Emily and our darling Debbie,
My heart is aching for all of you!!! I don’t want to believe this moment has come.
Thank you for mentioning Dwight’s dry wit—in remembering a few really good one-liners, you made me laugh out loud in this sad time.
I remember Dwight as a gifted artist. I make sure to look at his beautiful butterfly every time I am at Danny and Debbie’s. It has even more meaning now. I think too, of the joyous childhood memories that his playhouse gave to Sarah Grace, at a time when she needed it most.
His life reminds me to find the best in people and in the moments we share.
For now, I am sending each of you a big hug across the airwaves, hoping to hug you in person really soon.
OOOxx,
Peggy
We are sending our condolences to the family.
Dan, Debbie, Beth, Ava, Tom, Ronna, and Rhea,
We are so sorry for the loss of Dwight, you have all of our love and support during this difficult time. Thinking of you all.
Love,
Mac, Wendy, Maggie, Abby, Sam, Ryder, Jeremy, Thomas, and Callan xo
You were a great friend and neighbour. You will be missed.
R.I.P.
Buck
Dear Ronna, Rhea, Debbie and families,
I am so incredibly sorry to read this…sending much love to you all. XOXO
So sorry to hear of Dwights passing. He was a very kind soul. May he rest in sweetest peace.
We are so very sorry for your loss, Debbie and Dan, Beth, Ava and Thomas. And to all of Dwight’s family. Our thoughts are with you.
Ronna, Rhea and Debbie and families .
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in your memories of a brother gone too soon. Rest in peace Dwight.
A good man who l worked with, and yes the words that described him were very true. I had respect for him, a thing we all strive for.
My sincere condolences to the Hughes family and extended families .l am deeply saddened. Dwight was a great kind man. Heaven gains another great one.
We are saddened to hear the news on Dwight. Our condolences go to Debbie Ronna and Rhea and their families.
Our condolences to the Hughes family for your loss. He will be missed by friends and family alike.
Ronna, Rhea and Debbie, I am so very sorry for your loss I always enjoyed visits with Dwight at the pharmacy. He was also kind enough to bring his companion Winnie in to visit us, which we enjoyed. He will be missed.
Sending our sincere condolences to you all. Cherish your memories as you navigate through this difficult time together
Ronna, Debbie, Rhea and families
We are very saddened to read of Dwight’s passing. Reminiscing with many great memories will help us to keep all of your family in our thoughts.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Dwight as a very kind and gentle soul. I know he will be missed 💐
Condolences to you all on the loss of Dwight.
May the cherished memories of your brother bring you peace when the grief is heavy.
Mike and Kristen Dow
Ronna, Rhea, and Debbie. My deepest sympathy for you all. I have no words, he was my best man/friend. He will be missed.
To all the Hughes family ,
Please accept my sincere condolences to you all at this sad time.
My deepest sympathies to you all .
Kelly
Ronna, Rhea and Debbie and families I’m so deeply saddened to hear of Dwight’s passing. Losing him at such a young age is just too tragic. Please accept my sincerest condolences. My prayers are with you all as you cherish your memories of happier times. He truly was a very lovely soul.
Dawn & Joe Bax
Please except our condolences on the passing of Dwight.
To the Hughes Family,
Our deepest condolences to you all during this very difficult and sad time. We have many fond memories of Dwight, and he will be deeply missed.
Thinking of you all and wishing you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
My condolences to the Hughes family. Dwight was a good friend.
We are sending condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss . It was way too soon.
Ronna, Rhea, Debbie and families – my deepest condolences at this incredibly difficult time. Thinking of you all. Rest in peace, Dwight.
Our deepest condolences to Dwight’s family. Dwight has been a part of our family’s life for many, many years, and my brother and I have always thought of him as an uncle.
One of my most special memories is of Dwight coming all the way to Halifax to attend my university graduation. It meant so much to me to have him there and is a memory I will always hold close.
When I got married, Dwight became a wonderful friend to my husband and my brother-in-law as well. They shared many good times together, including hunt weeks, and those friendships continued through the years.
Dwight was so much more than a family friend, he was part of our family. This is a tremendous loss, and our hearts are broken. We will miss him deeply and will always be grateful for the many memories and friendship we were lucky enough to share with him. RIP Dwight.
To the Hughes family.
So sorry to hear about Dwight’s passing. Dwight enjoyed the farm and there will be lots of good memories that you can keep forever. Our condolences to all the family and our prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Don and Ruth Ann Cunningham
I will always reflect with fondness, on this kind and thoughtful man.
My sympathy to the family on your loss.
Debbie, Dan and the rest of the Hughes family. Our deepest condolences on the passing of Dwight. Cherish your memories of happier times.
We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences
Ronna, Rhea and Debbie,
This sure is a hard one. Gosh I remember when Dwight was just a baby. It’s just always been the four of you. No one could possibly ever fill the space left by him in each of your lives. Such a good hearted guy, he always made me laugh.
Sending my deepest condolences for your loss. Please, no matter what, know I’m here to support you at any hour.
Prayers and blessings.
Love,
Shari
Ronna, Rhea and Debbie and all who loved Dwight. Our deepest sympathies.
Sincerely,
Earl and Julie Bullock
Ronna, Rhea and Debbie
Its been years and I have such fond memories of your family. I was very sorry to hear about Dwight. So sorry for your loss.
Lonnie
Sorry to read this sad news. Sending our condolences to all at this sad time.
Ronna, Rhea, Debbie and families. Sending my sincere condolences on the loss of Dwight. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May you find comfort in your memories in the days ahead.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Debbie, Dan and family,
We were sorry to hear about your brother Dwight. Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Bernadette, Shawn and family
Debbie and families,
So sorry to hear of Dwights passing. Pls except sincere condolences
Dan and Kathy Hutchinson
I am so sorry to hear of Dwight’ passings & would like to pass on my sincere condolences to his family. Dwight was such a nice young man.
We are so sorry to hear about Dwight – so many fun memories from when we were younger! He was always cracking jokes and making people smile! Hugs and prayers sent your way.
Shawn and Amy Doerr
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. While I haven’t been close to your family since we were younger, I will always remember the times we spent together. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ronna, Rhea, Debbie and families. Sending you all our deepest sympathies at this difficult time. Dwight will be missed.
Until you meet on the other side of the stars.
My deepest sympathy Ronna,Rhea,Deb and families
Karen
Our deepest sympathy Debbie, Ronna, and Rhe
May he rest in peace
Nellie and Gary Waspe
Our sincere condolences to the Hughes family during this difficult time.
Cherish your memories, he will be missed.
Condolences to Ronna, Rhea, Debbie & Dan plus nieces and nephews. Taken from us way to soon! “SLIM” You and family will always be in my prayers. God bless
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Ronna, Rhea and Debbie
So shocked to hear of Dwight’s passing,,, remembering our days working together at the feedmill.
My sincere condolences to all of you.