Joette McHugh

Albion: Joette McHugh, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on September 28, 2026 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia.

Born August 2, 1954 in Albion, she was the only child to the late Clarence and Genevieve (Zwifka) Colluci. Joette graduated from Albion high school, where she was a member of the Cheer team. She went on to continue her education at Highland Hospital School of Nursing, where she also attended classes at Monroe Community College and earned her Associate Degree in Nursing. Joette also took extra courses to further her education through St. John Fisher.

In the summer of 1973, she met the love of her life William "Bill" McHugh. Joette and Bill were married on July 12, 1975 and spent a wonderful 51 years together. Joette spent countless time caring for animals of all shapes and sizes locally with volunteering her time at the Orleans County Animal Shelter with Bill. She also was an avid collector of beanie babies and Disney pins.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her in-laws, John and Ida McHugh.

Joette is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years William; brother-in-law, John (Kathy) McHugh; and nieces, Courtney and Erin McHugh.

Joette's family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 21 West Ave. Albion, NY 14411 on Monday, October 5, 2026 from 3:00-5:00 PM. Her funeral service will be held at the funeral home the following day, Tuesday, October 6 at 10:00 AM with interment immediately following in Mt. Albion Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in her name may be made to Diamonds in the Rough at, Diamonds in the Ruff, PO Box 332, Lockport, NY 14095.

To share a special memory of Joette, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.