Richard Day "Dick" Hughes, 88, of Elmira, passed away on May 12, 2026 at Chemung County Nursing Facility surrounded by his loving family.

Dick was born on July 28, 1937 in Elmira, a son of Henry E. Sr. and Carolyn (Day) Hughes.

He worked for General Electric until its closing. Dick then worked for 19 years as the Industrial Arts Training Supervisor at Elmira Correctional Facility until his retirement.

He was a parishioner at St. Mary's Church in Elmira. Dick also enjoyed his friendships and memberships at the Ancient Order of the Hibernians, Elmira Elks Lodge #62, Elmira Lodge #517 Loyal Order of the Moose, and Knights of Columbus Elmira Council 229.

In his spare time, Dick enjoyed being outdoors with family and friends, whether he was sitting out by the pool, soaking up the sun or hunting, fishing, or boating.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Henry E. Hughes, Jr. and his brothers-and sisters-in-law, Joseph Sr. and Priscilla "Percy" Keefe, Michael and Sharon Keefe and Bonnie Keefe.

Dick is survived by his wife of 61 years, Catherine "Katie" (Keefe) Hughes; daughter, Carolyn E. Carpenter; grandchildren Samantha Carpenter with fiance Kurt "DJ" Ames, Nicholas Carpenter and fiancee Malissa Stapleton and Ian Carpenter and Emily Dobson; great-grandchildren, Killian and Elliana Ames and Lochlan Carpenter; bonus great-grandchildren, Ava and Oliver Ames; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, John J. "Jack" Keefe; Mary and Dennis Wolfe and Catherine Wigsten Hughes of Elmira; along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, 502 W. Water St., Elmira on Friday, May 22, 2026 from 4-7 p.m. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, The Hibernians will have a prayer service at St Mary's Church, 224 Franklin St. Elmira at 10:45 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Mass will be livestreamed from the church. Go to Elmira Catholic - YouTube, click on live and the link will be present. Private inurnment at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.

The family wishes to extend a special Thank You to all the staff members at Chemung County Nursing Facility who cared for Dick. Your wonderful care was appreciated and did not go unnoticed. We love you all!