C.L. Hough's Obituary
C.L. Hough, age 89, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Saturday, August 31, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. C.L. was born on August 4, 1935, in Harnett County, NC, the son of the late Carl Lee and Lula Mae (Waddell) Hough.
He was the loving father to Robin (David) Walchesky, Scott (Patricia) Hough, and Tracy (George) Gipko, grandfather to Carl Gipko, Damian Hough, and Ryan Hough and the great grandfather to Georgie and Henry Gipko.
In addition to his parents, C.L. was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 40 years, Jeanne Kluttz, his grandsons, Sean Hough and Jake Gipko, and his brother, Joel Hough.
C.L. grew up in Coats, NC, where he attended local schools. He and his wife eventually settled to Pittsburgh where they made their home and raised their family. C.L. enjoyed a long career as credit manager at Horne’s Department Store.
In his free time, he enjoyed being outdoors whether it was hunting, fishing, or camping. Throughout his life, he enjoyed staying active with hiking and skiing. Above all else, his greatest joy in life was spending time with his family.
Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for visitation on Thursday, September 5, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A service in honor of C.L. will take place on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 11:30 am in the chapel at the funeral home. Committal services will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park.
To leave online condolences please visit www.jeffersonmemorial.com
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