Gordon Irwin Hughson's Obituary
After an extended battle with Alzheimer’s, Gordon Irwin Hughson, 79, of St. Helens passed from this life on May 26, 2022, in Longview, WA.
Born May 9, 1943, in Portland, OR Gordon graduated from St. Helens Senior High in 1961 and married Elaine Porter in August 1962. He worked at Boise Cascade until he retired after 40 years as a pipe fitter. A long time St. Helens resident, he enjoyed hunting, camping, driving, and traveling in his RV for many years. He was an active member of AWPPW where he held an office for several years.
He is survived by his wife Elaine; brother Richard; two sons; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. His parents Emmett and Kay Hughson preceded him in death, as did his son Kenny.
A celebration of life will be held at 1PM on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Columbia Funeral Home. Internment of his ashes is at Columbia Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honor can be given to Alzheimer’s Association or Oregon Hospice & Palliative Care Association.
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