Kenneth Poe Funeral Services

October 17, 2023

CHARLOTTE – Rosario “Rose” Andaya Hughes, 74, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, surrounded by her close family.  A long-time resident of the Charlotte area, she was born, the eldest of five siblings, to Benedicto Andaya, Sr. and Felicidad Legaspi in Manila, Philippines.

In 1973 she married Ted Hughes of Middletown, CT, where they raised their son Dennis and created a home together filled with joyful family memories of Christmas and holiday celebrations for her siblings, nieces and nephews.  A gifted musician, with a degree in Music & Fine Arts, Rose shared her love and talents for music with her family and community, offering piano lessons, and playing the organ at her church.  

Rose had a fighting spirit, she was a natural leader, welcoming, assertive, generous, and lovingly stubborn.  As the President of her local Filipino Community Organization, she enjoyed organizing events, weddings, and gatherings for all her friends and family. 

Rose is survived by her son, Dennis Arnold; sisters, Norma Villanueva, Teresita “Tess” Gansico, Cynthia “Cindy” Geslani; youngest brother, Benedicto “Jun” Andaya, Jr. who called her Rosie. Also surviving are her nieces, Kathy, Kristine, and Kim; nephews, Lake and Benedicto, III; as well as her two beloved Shih Tzus, Rika and Suki.  She was predeceased by her adoring husband, Ted and her parents Benedicto and Felicidad. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, October 23, 2023, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 507 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC.  The family will receive friends a half hour prior to the service at the church. 

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.