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Lt. Col. Ret. Daniel F. Hughes
A Mass of Christian Burial for Daniel F. Hughes, 80, of Waskom, TX will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 29, 2014 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Waskom with Father Joby Thomas and Father Gerald Priest officiating. Interment will be Monday, March 31, 2014 at Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Keithville, LA. A time of visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2014 at Downs Funeral Home with the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Hughes passed away March 25, 2014 in Shreveport, LA.
Born May 2, 1933 in Liberty, Missouri, Dan joined the US Air Force during the Korean War and served as a pilot in the Vietnam War, he began his military career as an Airman; achieved his wings and retired after 20 years serving his country as a Lt. Col. He then achieved his MBA at LSU Shreveport and a Real Estate Brokers license.
He was an active member at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Waskom and the Knights of Columbus in Marshall, TX
Dan was a great man, a kind gentle man, a great father and husband, and loved by all who knew and met him. He is dearly missed but as he'd want it, we'll carry on.... with the fondest memories fortified with his ever present wisdom and grace.
He is preceded in death by his parents Frank & Margarete Hughes and first wife Joann Govoni Hughes.
Survivors include his wife Mary L. (Lori) Hughes; daughter, Jane & her husband Joe Kitchens of Amarillo, TX; his son, John & Lisa Hughes-Monaghan of Texarkana, AR; foster daughter, Lisa Peden of Leicestershire UK; his sister, Kathy & her husband Dan Nelson of Walnut Creek, CA; 4 grandsons, 2 great grandsons, and multiple nieces and nephews.
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I am very sorry for your loss. Isaiah33:24
March 29, 2014
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Daniel F. Hughes our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Dan. And to Dan it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Korean and Vietnam Was while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dan, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Dan's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
James Mazariz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
March 28, 2014
Bless.
Jeff Easterling
March 28, 2014
Dan was a wonderful man. So sorry for your loss.
Susan Hanks
March 28, 2014
Mr Hughes was a wonderful man, always a sweet smile no matter how he felt. He was truly one of my favorite patients! Mrs Hughes, you and he are in my prayers.
Mary Jane RN former nurse at Overton Brooks VA Medical Center
March 28, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. My God keep fast hold of you with his right hand during this difficult time.
McLaurin
March 28, 2014
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