Anthony D. Hughes of Peconic died on July 10, 2025, at home. He was 91 years old.
Anthony was born on June 14, 1934, in London, England, to Betty (Golden) and Charles Hughes. He was an only child. After high school, he attended Hendon Technical College in London. He moved to the United States, where he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served during the Korean Conflict. Following his military service, he attended Columbia University in New York, earning a bachelor’s degree. In his professional career, he worked as a senior public relations counselor for Burson-Marsteller in New York City for more than 30 years, as well as for Philip Morris.
He married Susan Hulme in July 1994, and they made their home in Peconic and New York City.
Predeceased by his wife, Anthony is survived by his children, Laurence “Larry” (Patricia) of Pleasantville, and Keith (Andrea) of Rye Brook; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; and his former wife Ellen Hughes, mother of his children.
The family has chosen to remember Anthony’s life privately at this time. A memorial service will be held at a later date. DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Southold is serving the family.
