Sergeant Patrick F. McHugh – Cranston Police

Patrick F. McHugh
Appointed Oct. 15, 1947

     It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sgt. Patrick (Pat) Francis McHugh on Sunday January 19, 2004 at the R.I. Veterans Hospital. Pat was born on May 24, 1919 and he joined the Cranston Police Department on October 15, 1947.  After serving 25 years on the department, he retired on October 15, 1972.He leaves his wife Gloria, a son Patrick F. McHugh Jr., and two daughters, Maureen H. McHugh and Laurie M. Mercier, all of Cranston, RI, a brother Daniel T. McHugh of Williamsburg, Va, a sister, Catherine Hampson of Cumberland and four grandchildren. Pat was a regular attendee at our CPDRA meetings and functions.  He will be greatly missed.