Howard V Hughes Sr. passed away on December 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, music, and faith. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Allie Jo Hughes, whom he cherished deeply.

Howard retired from Mt. Vernon Mills at the age of 65 after many years of dedicated service. A gifted musician, he had a lifelong love for music and was skilled in playing the guitar, bass, and other musical instruments. He found great joy in attending bluegrass festivals, participating in community music events, and sharing his musical talents during church services.

Above all, Howard deeply loved his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and his church family. In his later years, his greatest pleasures were making music, spending time with his family, and enjoying visits to local restaurants with Carolyn.

Howard would have celebrated his 82nd birthday on December 25, 2025. He will be remembered for his kind heart, strong faith, and the music that filled his life and the lives of those who loved him. His legacy will continue to live on in every song, every memory, and every life he touched

Howard is survived by his children: Patty Bishop and her husband Randy Bishop, Howard Hughes Jr. and his wife Ann Hughes, and Tammy Lau. He was a proud grandfather to Stephanie Blackmon, Samantha Mendence and her husband Donald Mendence, Shannon Curtis, and RJ Bishop, and a joyful great-grandfather to Pierce Blackmon, Kade Blackmon, Millie Blackmon, Beckham Mendence, Kova Curtis, and Rowan Curtis. He is also survived by his brothers, Kenneth Hughes and Anthony Hughes, several nieces and nephews, and his beloved friend, Carolyn Blackmon, who brought him great companionship and happiness in recent years.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Howard V Hughes Sr. will be held in the chapel of  Mason Funeral Home on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 11::00 AM. Visitation will be held Friday, January 2, 2026 from 10:00 AM until the hour of service with Rev. Billy Wright and Rev. Bucky Brown officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation (www.pdf.org).

Parkinson's Disease Foundation
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