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William Edmond "Tiny" Hughes

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William Hughes Obituary

William Edmond "Tiny" Hughes, age 62, resident of Somerville, TN, departed this life on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. William "Tiny" was born July 13th, 1962, the son of James "Buddy" and Willie Mae Hughes. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars, listening to music, and spending time with his grandchildren. William "Tiny" is survived by his son, Chris Hughes (Nichole) of Whiteville, TN, his daughter, Tonya Martinez (Anna) of Somerville, TN, and his companion, Lisa Skelton of Somerville, TN. Three grandsons, Miguel, Jacob, and Ethan, and six granddaughters, Marissa, Veronika, Madeline, Olivia, Hannah, and Cayley. One sister, Carolyn "Sissy" Jones, three brothers, Kenneth (Mary) Hughes, Jerry Hughes and Terry (Debra) Hughes along with multiple nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lisa Joy Hughes, his parents, James "Buddy" and Willie Mae Hughes, two brothers, James Hughes and Larry Hughes, and one sister, Judy Hughes Miles. Arrangements are being made for a memorial service. Details will be provided at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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Published by The Daily Memphian on May 13, 2025.

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