You would never see it written in a club brochure, but if truth be told, Wilf Hughes’ positive, charismatic presence was reason enough for anyone to join our club.

Prospective members look at a lot of things when they are kicking the tires, but we underestimate the role that current members have on the appeal of a club to future members. Some, like Hughes, make such a significant, deep impact on the culture of a club that others just want to be around them. Play where they play.

Wilf died recently and his absence around our club will create a void not easily filled.

There wasn’t a hat that Wilf Hughes didn’t wear. Committee member, cheerleader, president, book publisher, MC. In his classic self-deprecating manner, one of his many super powers, he would probably add “hacker” to that list. His character was the perfect fit for so many roles at our club. The photo here captures one of the most enduring and representative memories I........

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