Rev. Dr. Hugh J. Fudge
October 17, 1943 to July 9, 2023
Obituary
Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on Sunday, July 9, 2023, with his loving family by his side Rev. Dr. Hugh J. Fudge of Carbonear at the age of 79 years.
Hugh was born in Muddy Hole, on the south coast of NFLD, his father was a lighthouse keeper on Penguin Islands. His early years were spent living there until he was six years old. The family then moved to Muddy Hole and then later to McCallum.
He attended St. James High School in Port Aux Basques completing his grade eleven. He taught school for four years. After marrying the love of his life Elsie in 1969 they moved to Hr. Breton where he worked with Jensens LTD until 1979. He then decided it was the time to answer the “calling” to be an ordained minister. After his studies he was ordained a deacon on May 17, 1981, and priested on October 23, of that year.
His first Parish was the “Parish of Battle Hr. Labrador” where he spent four years, 1981-1985. Then on to Gambo, 1985-1990. Back to Queens college to complete his Bth degree in 1990-91. Normans Cove, 1991-98. Hearts Delight, 1998-2001. Completed his Masters and Doctor of Ministry Degree from Carolina University in 2000. Port Aux Basques 2001-2008. In 2008 it was time to retire after all those wonderful years of ministry.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Elsie, son Hugh Mitchell, daughter-in-law Cheryl and his two precious grandchildren, Abbey, and Dylan. Not forgetting about their fur baby Obi. Also his brothers, William (Florence), Calvin (Ruth), Gordon (Theresa), Allan (Irene). Special aunt Mary Wells, Hr. Breton. Brothers-in-law, Jim Buffett (Glenda), Peter Buffet (Jessie), Joe Buffett (Geraldine). Sisters-in-law, Joan Felix (Joe), Wanda Foote (Paul) and Elsie Fudge . Also a large number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Predeceased by his parents Elizabeth and Jeremiah Fudge, sister, Rosie Fudge (Nelson), brother James Fudge. Father and mother-in-law Benjamin and Mary Buffet and other loved ones.
In keeping with his wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 13 from 2-4PM and 7-9PM at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road.
Funeral service will be held on Friday, July 14 at 2PM at the Anglican Church of the Ascension, 58 Smallwood Drive, Mount Pearl. Inurnment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Daffodil Place, 70 Ropewalk Lane, St. Johns, NL A1E 5T2.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on July 13, 2023
7-9 p.m. on July 13, 2023
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
2:00pm, Friday July 14th
Anglican Church of the Ascension, 58 Smallwood Drive, Mount Pearl
Elsie and Family. We are deeply sorry to hear of Hughes passing. “Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.” Art & Debbie , Montreal
Rosetta, Bill, Florence and family. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Rev. Hugh Fudge. Max and I, never had the pleasure of meeting him in person but reading about him now makes me sad we didn’t. He was obviously a special person who was aware of and answered his true calling with dedication and hard work. I am sure he will be missed by many and remembered by all.
Elsie, Mitchell and family, So sorry to hear about Rev. Hughies passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Elsie and Family. So sorry to learn of Hughies passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May hi Joes gentle soul rest in peace. Joe & Betty Southwell
Mrs Fudge, Mitchell and Families,
So very sorry to hear of Reverend Fudges passing. Our family has many fond and great memories of his time spent as our minister and as a friend during his time in Gambo. Indeed I can echo the words of many in saying he was sincere and genuine, a true servant of God. Please know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time and are holding you in our prayers.
George, Betty and Stephen Badcock, Gambo
Elsie and family,
We extend. sincere condolences to you on the death on the death of Hughie.. We give thanks for his sincere and genuine commitment to his family and the Church that he served for many years.
May he Rest In Peace and rest in glory.
Iliffe Vivian and Rosie
I was so saddened to hear of Hughie’s passing. I worked with him in our family business (Jensen’s Ltd.,) until he got his calling to the Ministry. A wonderful man, respected by everyone that knew him. A true gentleman! RIP Hughie!
Sending sincere sympathy to Elsie and family
Elsie our condolences go out to you Mitchell and your entire family and we pray for your healing with God’s help during these trying times. Sorry we can’t attend Hughie’s funeral service but we will cherish our heartfelt memories forever of our friendship and ministries with him and you. He touched the hearts of so many. Sorry for your loss
Norma & Rick Legge, plus aunt Joyce Kenner (mother’s sister in Oklahoma) as that’s were we are this week.
Elsie and family. We were saddened to hear of Rev Fudge’s Passing. The 3 years you people spent in the Parish of Heart’s Delight – Islington were enjoyable ones for us and you became true friends to many in the Parish. I had the privilege of serving as his Warden during that time as well as being part of the Praise Band. Rev Fudge was an excellent accordion player and singer. Never heard a negative word from anyone about these lively services and the Gospel Hymns selections.
Please accept our sincere sympathy at this very difficult time and keep all memories of him in your hearts.
God Bless you all.
So sorry Elsie. Thinking of you and your family. Sincerely, Stephanie Taylor.
Mrs. Fudge & Family;
My sincere condolences to you and your family on Reverend Fudge’s passing.. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this. difficult time.
Alice Garland
Elsie and family,
Hughie’s passing comes with a note of sadness but his love for his family and Christ’s church was a joy for him and for those of us who witnessed it.
We are currently in Toronto but thoughts and prayers are with you in Nfld.
Monica and Percy
“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure”. Hebrews 6:19
Mrs. Fudge, Mitch, Cheryl and family,
I cannot express my sadness for your all during the difficult time. I don’t think I ever saw Mr. Fudge without a smile on his face and love in his eyes. He was a truly wonderful man. He is watching down on everyone from above and will be a guiding hand for Abbey and Dylan. Condolences to you all. Much love.
Elsie, so sorry to hear about Rev. Hughie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Phyllis, Denise and family
Mrs Fudge and family, so sorry to hear of Rev. Fudge’s passing. I have very fond memories of his time in Portauxbasques. Condolences to you and your family.
Elsie and family, my deepest condolences in Rev. Hugh’s passing. I have many pleasant memories of our conversations. May your many memories of him bring comfort in dealing with his absence.
We were very saddened to learn of Rev. Hugh’s passing. We extend sincere condolences and our deepest sympathy to Elsie and Family. Rev. Hugh was a good friend whom I learned grew up in close proximity of my former home on the South Coast and we had a lot in common to chat about over time.. Rest in Peace Dear Friend Rev. Hugh.
To Elsie, Mitchell & family. We are so saddened to hear of Rev. Fudge’s passing. He has left us with with many wonderful memories that we will cherish forever. May God be your comfort and strenght in these difficult days ahead. Love from Bruce & Ivy
I met Rev. Hugh several times over the years and he was always the kind and considerate man I met the very first time. He had such a beautiful soul that was perfectly matched for his calling. My sincere condolences to all the family.
He was one of the best, very gentle, a wonderful accordion player, there are many wooden Christmas decorations around Port Aux Basques from his hobby of wood working. He sure made an impact on all he met in Port Aux Basques when he ministered here. With Elsie by his side always many received his visits over their Seven years. At this Parish. May he rest in peace and rise in Glory. Sincere condolences to Elsie and all the family from the parish of St. James Church and myself. Rev. Jane Allen +
Rev. Fudge was such a sweet man and a great friend to many…. (Including my parents Bill and Judy Blundon). Sending condolences to all the family. Xxoo
As we sit here trying to find words to best describe a man such as Hugh Fudge, we are at a loss as to how best describe this special man and how we felt about him. When his son, Mitch, married our daughter Cheryl, we got to know him and Elsie very well. To us he was such a kind, thoughtful and caring man who gave much more than he received and was an inspiration to the two of us. Although he is gone to a better place in heaven, the memories of him, and his inspiring many of us to be the best people we could be, will live on in our hearts and minds for many years yet to come.
To Elsie and Mitch, our heart-felt condolences on your loss. But you can only really lose what you let go of. So keep his memory and the good he brought into this world in your hearts and minds forever. God bless!!
Leo & Ros
Mitch, Cheryl Abbey, Dylan and Mrs Fudge…we were so very sorry to hear of your Dad, father in law, Poppy, and husbands passing. We kept in touch with Ros on a daily basis during Mr. fudges illness and our thoughts and prayers were always with you and you all were not far from our minds. Cherish your memories and take comfort in knowing you will have a special guardian angel watching over you all
To Elsie and all the Family.
So sorry to hear of Rev. Hugh’s passing. He was a suck a wonderful man. He will be missed. May God surround you with his loving arms and give you peace and comfort.
May you rest in peace.
Another Cousin was called home.
Condolences to Elsie, Mitchell and Family
From your family in Harbour Breton, Hannah, Daren and Family and Aunt Mary Wells….
We extend our love and prayers to Elsie and the family on Hugh’s passing. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. Every blessing, Ed and Millie King