Portrait shared in memory of Trevor Hughes

In loving memory of

Trevor Hughes

February 8, 2025

Trevor “DJ Dread” Hughes was a devoted father of four, a hardworking locksmith and handyman, and a neighborhood DJ whose music and kindness were part of daily life in Morris Park.

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Their life, in the words of those who remember

The story of Trevor Hughes

Trevor Hughes was known in his Morris Park neighborhood as a steady, hardworking presence whose talents and care touched many lives. A father of four and a fiancé, he balanced practical work as a locksmith and handyman with a creative side as a DJ — many in the community called him "DJ Dread" — bringing music and small moments of joy to neighbors and friends.

Neighbors recall Trevor as someone who helped others with everyday tasks — shoveling snow, trimming trees, fixing things around the house — small acts that added up to a life of quiet service. He planned to mark a milestone birthday later in the year, a reminder of plans and relationships left unfinished.

Though public reports focus on the violent way his life ended on February 8, 2025, those who knew him emphasize his role as a father, worker, and friend. This remembrance centers Trevor’s humanity: a man who worked with his hands, shared music with his community, and cared for his family. He is remembered for the steady, practical kindness he offered in everyday moments and for the warmth he brought to those around him.

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