Margot M. Hughes passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, October 13, 2022. Born in Pforzheim, Germany to August and Caroline (Hutmacher) Metzger, she emigrated with her family to Rochester, NY.
Following graduation from Benjamin Franklin High School and then secretarial school, she worked at Eastman Kodak, in Building 30, where she met the love of her life, Don Hughes. They were married at Christ United Church of Christ, and settled in Irondequoit. They welcomed two children, Kathy (Ron) and Ken, and five grandchildren, Justyn, Jenna, Emma, Aidan and Crawford. Margot and Don enjoyed the Bristol Hills, especially a bit of land they called High Meadows. Margot was inspired by the many wildflowers and Bluebirds. They were frequent subjects of her paintings, as were scenes from Silver Bay on Lake George. Margot was an active member in the Irondequoit and Chili Art Groups, her watercolors winning awards throughout the years.
Following Don’s death, The United Methodist Church of N. Chili congregation became like a second family. Margot’s generous giving, her graciousness, and cheerful attitude will continue to set the golden standard for those who knew her. We will miss this Blessing, this Wonderful Person, this Mother, Grandmother, and Friend.
Margot’s Celebration of Life will be held Dec. 10th 2022 at 1 pm followed by a reception and time to remember, at the United Methodist Church of North Chili. 2200 Westside Drive Rochester, NY 14624. In lieu of flowers, Margot requested any donations be made to the United Methodist Church of N. Chili.
