Gordon Blackistone Hughes
Gordon Blackistone Hughes
June 25, 1948 ~ February 15, 2015
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 11:00AM in All Saints Episcopal Church, Avenue, MD with Reverend Harry Harper officiating. Interment will be held at a later date.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 21, 2015 from 10:00AM to 11:00AM in All Saints Episcopal Church, Avenue, MD.
Gordon Blackistone Hughes, M.D., 66, of Leonardtown, MD formerly from Cleveland, OH, passed away on February 15, 2015. Born on June 24, 1949 in Pittsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Jane Blackistone Hughes and Gen. Joseph D. Hughes. Gordon is survived by his wife Myra Madden Hughes, whom he married on May 3, 1980 in Nashville, TN. Gordon is survived by his son Gordon Blackistone Hughes Jr., of Richmond, VA, brothers; Gerard Blackistone Hughes of Washington, DC, and Thomas Mifflin Hughes of Denver, CO. He graduated from Mercerburg Academy in 1968, and graduated from Dartmouth/ Case Western University in 1989 with a Medical Doctor Degree. Gordon worked for the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio where he was head of neurology and he also worked for the National Institute of Health in Washington, DC for 30 years.
The family will receive friends on Saturday February 21, 2015 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 Am in All Saints Episcopal Church Avenue, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM with Rev. Harry Harper officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Pallbearers; Woody Labet, Jeff Fellows, Gerard Hughes, Mick Blackistone, Dick Blackistone, and Bruce Blackistone. Contributions may be made to All Saints Episcopal Church P.O. Box 30 Avenue, MD 20609.
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June 25, 1948 ~ February 15, 2015
Gordon Blackistone Hughes, M.D., 66, of Leonardtown, MD formerly from Cleveland, OH, passed away on February 15, 2015. Born on June 24, 1949 in Pittsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Jane Blackistone Hughes and Gen. Joseph D. Hughes. Gordon is survived by his wife Myra Madden Hughes, whom he married on May 3, 1980 in Nashville, TN. Gordon is survived by his son Gordon Blackistone Hughes Jr., of Richmond, VA, brothers; Gerard Blackistone Hughes of Washington, DC, and Thomas Mifflin Hughes of Denver, CO. He graduated from Mercerburg Academy in 1968, and graduated from Dartmouth/ Case Western University in 1989 with a Medical Doctor Degree. Gordon worked for the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio where he was head of neurology and he also worked for the National Institute of Health in Washington, DC for 30 years.
The family will receive friends on Saturday February 21, 2015 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 Am in All Saints Episcopal Church Avenue, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM with Rev. Harry Harper officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Pallbearers; Woody Labet, Jeff Fellows, Gerard Hughes, Mick Blackistone, Dick Blackistone, and Bruce Blackistone. Contributions may be made to All Saints Episcopal Church P.O. Box 30 Avenue, MD 20609.
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“Dear Mrs. Hughes, we would like to express our sympathy for your loss. Dr. Hughes was very helpful and supportive of St. Clement’ Hundred and the preservation of Blackistone Island and the light house. Last Sunday he gave me communion and he was always so welcoming when we attended All Saints church. Dick and Juanita “
“In the short time span of three years, yet three impactful years Dr. Hughes has always exhibited a professional, cordial, and humble demeanor. Dr. Hughes will truly be missed. “
“Terribly saddened to hear of Gordon’s passing. I’ll always have great memories of working with Gordon and his family on several SMRYC events at River Springs, and will be among the many who will miss him. Deepest condolences to Myra and Gordon Jr. “
“Myra and Gordon, Jr. our prayers and love are with you as always. Gordon was a cousin and friend dedicated to the Blackistone family and dedicated to the preservation of it for you, his cousins, and future generations. We will dedicate our forthcoming book, “The Blackistones of Maryland Do Well Doubt Not” to him. He poured every ounce of love, determination, and loyalty in this, his last work. All our love, Cousins Mick and Cindy Blackistone “
“I am saddened by the news of the passing of my friend and colleague Gordon. My prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends. May God provide you with the strength and courage you need during this difficult time.”
“He left St Mary’s Co., MD to early. We will miss his work for the family, his help in sorting out the history and him.”
“All of us at NIDCD will miss Gordon. I could always count on him to help me whenever I needed clinical expertise. Not only was he a great clinician, he was a true gentleman. I will miss him. My prayers go out to Gordon’s family.”
“I am shocked and saddened to hear of Gordon’s passing. All of us at NIDCD have been blessed to have him as a colleague and friend. Please know that I hold your family in my prayers.”
“How he loved the water. (Along with medicine, quantum mechanics, language and human history!) My favorite memory is the grin on his face as he skippered my daughter and me over the Potomac in his speedboat to a wonderful crab lunch over the harbor at Cobb Island.”
“Gordon was such a stalwart presence in our office at NIDCD. He always made time for me, whether in a professional capacity or simply for a chat in the hallway about swimming or soccer. I will miss his good cheer. My sincere condolences, Kathy Bainbridge”
“Gordon was a wonderful colleague and will be missed terribly. Our work landscape was better with him and will be incomplete without him. He will be missed. Sincere condolences to all of Gordon’s family.”
“Dear Mrs. Hughes, on behalf of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, we extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. Dr. Hughes was a great contributor and supporter of research for the specialty. He will be greatly missed.”
“What truly sad news to learn of Gordon’s passing. He had a rare intelligence on many topics. He will be missed as a colleague and friend. My thoughts are with his family. “
“I was deeply saddened by the news of Gordon’s passing. Gordon was very dedicated to ensuring research was performed in an ethical manner. I truly appreciated and respected his professionalism. We will miss him.”
“It is shockingly sad to learn Gordon’s passing. I miss your intelligence, sense of humor, gentlemen style, and generosity to help others. I shall always remember your contribution to my trip to Himalaya. And I pray for your peace.”
“A huge loss not only to the Hughes family but to the entire scientific community. A superb person, a virtuous soul, and a great friend with a smile on the face will always be missed. May you all be blessed with the courage to cope with this loss. RIP Gordon”
“Gordon was an invaluable member of NIDCD. His contributions to our institute and the research and clinical community at large, his leadership, friendship, medical updates, and humor, all will be sorely missed by those of us who worked with and cared about him. My thoughts are with all his family during this sad time. Judith”
“Myra and Gordon, Jr. , we can not express how sorry we are to hear about Gordon’s passing. His humor and love was felt by all and we will miss him terribly. Our love to you both.”
“Gillian and I are so terribly sorry Gordon is no longer with us on this Earth. He was dedicated to both his family and advancing science to provide better healthcare as a lasting legacy. We will all miss him.”
“Gordon was a wonderful colleague and a good friend, always intelligent and insightful, and always of good spirit. Gordon will be missed by many. I am so very sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Amy Donahue”
“Dear Myra, Please accept our deepest and sincere sympathy for Gordon’s untimely passing. Both Anna and I still have many good memories of him in Nashville and Maryland. May God provide you with a lot of strength to go through this very difficult period. He will be missed enormously by us. Ari and Anna “
“Myra and Gordon Jr., How sad we are to hear of my beloved cousin Gordon passing. He was so kind to us when we visited River springs. Taking us out to Blackistone Island, beach combing for shark teeth, and letting me driving the Migg. He was so fun to be with and we truly loved him. I wish we could have met him when we were younger. I truly will missed him and he will be in our hearts forever. Please stay in touch as we plan on visiting you and going to Mick’s crab feast this year. Love you and hope to see you soon. “
“Myra and Gordon Jr. Sad news indeed. Gordon was a close friend and colleague since we both joined the Cleveland Clinic staff 1981. The otology community lost a bright and intellectual mind and a great Physician /Surgeon. We collaborated and participated in many scientific activities nationally and internationally. Gordon was my sailing partner. We sailed Lake Erie and the Nile River in Egypt. Indeed life is short and memories will go forever. Fadia and I share our deepest condolences and comfort in knowing he will be in his deserved place. Gordon was a devout Christian very kind to his family, friends and patients.”
“I am shocked and terribly saddened to hear of Gordon’s untimely passing. Our condolences to Myra and Gordon Jr. You should know that as a student of his at the Clinic I can speak for many to say he deeply touched us in many ways. After residency I could always count on him watching over my career progress. I will miss that, but know he will simply be watching from a higher perch!”
“Myra, as I sit here gazing at Gordon’s image, my eyes well up with tears as I trace the good times we have with each other, beginning with Nashville and Baptist Hospital, where a remarkably gifted man met a remarkable woman. I, like many others, have been blessed to have known Gordon. I will keep his memory close to my heart. God bless you, Myra.”
“Gordon was a professional and personal inspiration to me. I feel lucky to have known and learned from him. I offer my condolences to his family. I will miss him very much.”
“Myra, Mary and I are terribly saddened to hear about Gordon. He was a friend for over 30 years as we entered the American Otological Society the same year. We will miss his always smiling face.”
“As my program officer, I could always count on Gordon for his sage advice, his thoughtful answers to all of my questions, his unbelievable willingness to give of his time. He was a pioneer in autoimmune hearing loss. His legacy in Otology will be enduring. My deepest condolences to your family.”
“Myra, Gordon was a good friend at Shady Side and were on the soccer team at Mercersburg. God bless to you and your family. “
“Myra, we are so sorry for your loss. The last time I saw Gordon he told me how much he enjoyed Venice. Sandy & I were going for our 1st visit. Gordon was always very cordial to me I appreciated our professional relationship.”
“Myra and Family we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. You all are in our Thoughts and Prayers.”
“How saddened I was to hear of Gordon’s passing. He will certainly be remembered for his gracious manner and welcoming smile. My deepest sympathy to you Myra and your family. He will be long remembered by his many friends in St. Mary’s”
“Gordon was a wonderful colleague and was always very personable and a fun person with whom to have a conversation. When I first came to the Institute, he was very welcoming, and he was always so helpful and supportive. My sincere condolences. “
“Mrs. Hughes and Gordon, Jr, We were deeply saddened to learn of our neighbor, Dr. Hughes’ passing. Although words are of little comfort at a time like this, we want you to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do to help.”
“As a former colleague of Gordon’s, I so appreciated his humor, kindness, and approachability, in addition to his invaluable expertise. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family for this truly sad and sudden loss.”
“We are dismayed at the sudden passing of Gordon. His work to keep All Saints Church alive was one of Gordon’s many missions. We will do all we can to make that happen as we remember Gordon’s dedication to All Saints. Gordon’s sudden death did not allow you and Gordon Jr. to prepare for this tragic loss. We pray that you and Gordon Jr are given the strength, grace and peace you will need during the days ahead. God Bless, Marie and Bill”
“Gordon Hughes and I grew up in Pittsburgh and attended Mercersburg Academy. He was bright and athletic, especially good in soccer. I was a salesman in Ohio while he was a distinguished surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic. We were able to get to know each others families. I was stunned to learn of his passing. He will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to Myra and Gordon, Jr and to his brothers. Rest in peace Gordon – God has a special place for you. Tom Motheral “
“Gordon was a valued advisor for my research grants and those of so may other physicians and scientists. His legacy will be enduring. My sympathies to his family”
“I’m so very sorry to learn of Gordon’s passing. I will miss his cheerful demeanor and his bow ties, too. I send my thoughts and prayers to his family at this time. The NIDCD is already missing him.”
“Dear Myra and Gordon Jr., Barbara and I are both shocked and saddened by Gordon’s sudden death. His calm and intelligent leadership service to All Saint’s Church provided a strong spiritual and educational outlook that will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences and love to both of you. Barbara and Dave “
“Dear Myra~~I just heard of your husband’s passing. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you and your son, Gordon, are in my thoughts & prayers. My deepest condolences.”
“Myra and family, So sorry to hear of Gordon’s death. I had the honor of training under him in the early 1990’s at the Cleveland Clinic. Wonderful man whose legacy will live on in the many physicians he trained.”
“We will miss Gordon; he was a good man and a good friend. All of our sympathy goes to you, Myra, and everyone else in the family. Unfortunately we will miss the service because we are now in our winter house in Key West, but our prayers will be with you. “
“Myra & Gordon Jr., We are stunned and saddened to hear that Gordon died this week. We always enjoyed his company and wonderful smile, and were pleased when he showed up at the Green Door Happy Hours with the SMRYC. He will be missed by all, and our thoughts and sympathy are with you during this sad time. We hope your many happy memories will help sustain you both in the future. Lani & John”
“Myra and Gordon Jr. We cannot imagine your pain and sorrow at this time. We all will miss Gordon.”
“Mrs. Hughes and Gordon Jr., I have no words to express adequately my sadness and surprise at Gordon’s passing . I just received an email message from him on Saturday in regard to our clinical trial, for which he provided ultimate guidance, insightful wisdom, and close personal oversight for our research group for the past 6 years. Gordon was beloved by all of our group and was considered one of the team, always positive and encouraging regardless of the situation or challenge. He will be greatly missed. Please accept our prayers and condolences for the passing of a truly wonderful man.”
“With deepest sympathy, I mourn the passing of our Cousin Gordon. My love to you Myra, Gordon Jr., and all our precious family. May we find strength and comfort in his memory. Cousin Jenny”
“Dear Myra, Words can’t covey the sadness and sense of loss I felt on learning of Gordons passing. From the moment I attived in Cleveland I was blessed to have his friendship and support. He had so many unique skills. He was a consumate surgeon, educator and lecturer. He was honest and caring. This world is a better place because he walked among us. I will always feel privileged to have shared many special years with him. Marshall “
“It was with great sadness and trepidation that I opened the e-mail from ANS , fearing what I suspected, and hoping I was wrong! My sincere condolences Myra and Gordon Jr. Gordon was a special and always supportive friend and colleague, even when he was not in full agreement.We always had wonderful discussions about many things. Our reparte’ over many years was amazing. I missed him and his smile and afable happiness since I retired and was looking forward to seeing him in ROMA for another Meniere’s Meeting. So SAD! Gordon RIP ! IKA”
“Myra, Leigh and I are heartbroken by the news of Gordon. We will always remember the good times we had with you both. And we will remember him as a dapper, meticulous, engaging and smiling gentleman, in the true sense of the word. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God give you and Gordon Jr. peace knowing that he we’ll with God. Love.”
“Dear Myra and Gordon Jr., My family will miss Gordon, he was a true gentleman, a great mentor and wonderful colleague in Cleveland. He was kind and gracious to my daughter Christina, who often accompanied me to international meetings Gordon also attended. I remember Gordon escorting her to an activity while I was presenting. My daughter admired him greatly. We will also all miss him here at the CCF Vestibular program, which he helped greatly to build and support. “
“Always a warm friend, always a significant contributor. He will be missed.”
“Dear Myra, Jamee and I are so sorry to hear this news. We send both our love and prayers to you and yours. Rich”
“May the Love and Light of our Lord enfold you give you peace. Please know you are in our thoughts and our prayers. We will miss his presence in church. His ‘morning prayer’ homilies were always enlightening, entertaining, and educational. He really knew his Bible. Our deepest sympathy to you, Myra and Gordon Jr.”
“Gordon was a delight to work with and a great asset to the NIDCD. He was easy-going and approachable, and a willing and friendly public face for the institute. He handled dozens of media requests, often with just a few hours notice, helping the public understand hearing and hearing loss and the importance of medical research. We will miss him. He clearly touched many, many lives. Our sympathies to his family and friends. “
“With deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow we and the staff of Morris point send our condolences. We will truly miss Gordon. “
“Diana and I are very saddened to hear of Gordon’s sudden passing. What a good and caring man. We had some wonderful times at River Springs. We send our love to Myra and the rest of the Hughes family. “
“Dear Myra & Gordon, Jr. We are saddened by the loss of a good friend, knowledgeable physician, active assistant during worship services and until recently Senior Warden at All Saints’ Episcopal Church. As Senior Warden he made the transition (when The Rev. Kathy Price retired as rector of All Saints’, and I became the Priest-in-Charge) warm and welcoming. Until his elected term as Senior Warden had ended, Gordon gave valuable leadership to the business needs of the parish and when needed, led the worship services. As a congregant, he was a solid, helpful presence and will be missed indeed. Our loss of Gordon, both personal and for the church, does not compare with the intimacy of your loss, and we pray that our Lord comforts and strengthens you, especially in the days and weeks before you. “
“I enjoyed working and talking with Gordon over my years at NIH. We learned a lot from each other and he made a huge difference in the world large and small. Thank you for sharing him with us.”
“Gordon was a true friend and advocate for those of us doing bench to bedside research. He will be greatly missed. “
“Cousins Myra and Gordon Jr, it came as a great shock when we heard of the passing of our cousin Gordon. His love for the entire family will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Myra, Gordon Jr. and brothers Gerry and Mifflin. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Cousins Dick and Claudette Blackistone”
“Myra and Gordon – Your renaissance husband and father was a teacher, mentor, friend, and inspirational influence in the lives of many. Both the US community and all of us who knew him at CCF are saddened by your loss. Heartfelt condolences and long live his legacy. We love you guys!”
“This is a great loss, Dr Hughes was my supervisor on research in 1984-1985, he was very supportive, caring. He was a tutor and friends , deepest condolences, rest in peace in Heaven, and may God support you Myra and the family for this great loss. “
“Myra and Gordon Jr.: We have so many fond memories going so far back. We were fellow trainees, then colleagues, friends, and sometimes workout partners at the Skating Club. We remember Gordon’s happiness at meeting and marrying Myra and his ecstasy and pride when Gordon, Jr came along and thrived. I picture Gordon lifting weights I could not lift and talking about Gordon, Jr.’s progress through life. That picture makes his untimely death even harder to imagine and accept. We are thinking of you and wishing that there was something we could do to mitigate your pain.”
“Dear Myra and Gordon, Jr. We are so very sorry for your loss and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Gordon was a great friend, colleague, physician, teacher and researcher. When he retired from the CCF, I especially missed his humor and our combo cases in the O.R. He was “One of a Kind,” and will be missed by all who knew him. Remember that we are always here for your and your son. Ben and Patti Wood”
“The TRTT Coordinating Center here at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health are saddened and mourn the passing of our always supportive colleague, advocate, and friend. It was a privilege to work with Gordon, a gentleman whose contributions to the research community will long be remembered. Our heartfelt condolences to his family. Roberta Scherer, Dave Shade, Lee Sensinger, & the TRTT Coordinating Center.”
“I am terribly sad to hear the loss of Gordon Hughes. I got to know him better after the Politzer Society meeting he directed in Cleveland. In the recent years, I got to appreciate his intelligence, attention to detail, dedication to support researchers. In addition to serving on the DSMB on my grant, he has been a true advocate and mentor to my and our group’s research. I will terribly miss his unmatched vision and empathy, and his highly professional guidance and support. “
“I was so taken back when I heard that Gordon Hughs had passed suddenly. It was ‘t that long ago I spent time with him in SF He was always prepared for his IRB presentations. He will be missed. Thank you, C.P. Daspit. FACS. Chair of IRB “
“I’m so sorry for your loss. I always keep in mind that the bible tells us about the resur-rection hope. It will be a chance to see our loved ones again. “
“Myra I am so sorry to hear of Gordon’s passing. I believe that Gordon set me upon my path in life and every day I think of him and am grateful. I am so sorry for his loss. He was the source of so many positive and wonderful things and each of those acts live on. Sam”
“RIP Dr.Gordon”
“I was a friend of Gordon’s at the University Club in Washington, DC. I was shocked to learn of Gordon’s passing. My deepest condolences. Lynn Sullivan”
My dear sweet Myra and Gordon Jr.,
I can barely write this. I am so incredibly saddened at Gordon’s passing. I was looking for you on the internet since losing your number and was shocked and heartbroken to read this obituary. I hope you’re still getting these and will contact me. I just don’t have adequate words. All our love and prayers are going out to you both. May the Lord carry you on. Love, Coleen
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