Obituary for James McHugh

James Lee McHugh of Park Rapids, MN was born March 20, 1947 and died January 21, 2025.

Jim grew up in Osseo, MN. He was a proud potato farmer in Osseo and Brooklyn Park, then later a partner in Wingard Farms in Elk River. He retired to Two Inlets, MN.

Jim was an enthusiastic outdoorsman, skilled at deer hunting, who appreciated nature. He also knew his way around the kitchen and would bring potato dishes to gatherings. He was a determined and strong-willed man who was generous with his time and talents. He had a witty sense of humor and loved to laugh.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James (Cy) and Celia McHugh, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Forrest and Catherine Ward, Godson, Dannie Ward, sister-in-law, Jamie Ward, and brothers-in-law, Daryl Fischbach and Donald Peterson.

Survivors include his wife, Mary, sister, Patricia (Pat) Peterson, many loved brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, January 30, 2025 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 9100 93^rd Ave. N., Brooklyn Park at 10:30 am with visitation one hour prior. Interment at St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery with luncheon to follow at Regan Hall.

Memorials preferred to donor’s choice