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1966
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2020
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Howard Hughes Obituary
Howard Lee Hughes, 54, husband of 35 years to Dana G. Carter Hughes, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2020 in Lawrenceburg. Born February 22, 1966 in Oak Ridge, TN, Howard was the son of Bro. Wade Moss (wife Shirley) Hughes of Frankfort and the late Delores Margaret Sumner Hughes.
Including his mother, Howard was preceded in death by and a granddaughter, Emily Hope Landry; and two brothers, Charles Edward Hughes and Timothy Wayne Hughes, Sr.
Howard worked as a production associate with Martinrea Heavy Stamping in Shelbyville for over 25 years. He was a member of the West Frankfort Church of God and the UAW Local 2383. Howard enjoyed music, cooking and spending time with his family.
Including his wife and father, Howard is survived by a son, Jason Vincent Hughes and his wife Marlee of Lawrenceburg; a daughter Caitlin Marie Hughes and her boyfriend Ron Plageman of Newport, KY; a brother, Wade Martin Hughes and his wife Linda of Smiths Grove, KY; a sister, Nina Faye Creech of Lawrenceburg; a grandson Brayden Paul Hughes of Lawrenceburg, and a new grandchild arriving in November, 2020; and his in-laws, Don and Ruth Carter of Lawrenceburg.
Private services will be observed. Burial will follow in the Lawrenceburg Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Howard’s Life will be held at the West Frankfort Church of God and will be announced at a later date.
Memorials in memory of Howard are suggested to Heart Ministries, P.O. Box 1086, Versailles, KY 40383.
Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.ritchieandpeach.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Howard Hughes
Lisa Drury
May 10, 2020
Dana I'm sorry I just seen this. I send you & your family my sincere condolences.
Larry Hazlett
April 23, 2020
So sorry for your loss family in our prayers
Jim Yatso
April 19, 2020
I worked with Howard at the former Budd Company. He is a great person and a great trainer. He did not have to show me anything, but took it upon himself to teach me.
I have never forgotten his leadership and training. Nor have I ever forgotten how great of a person he is.
I am sure that you are busy helping out with the fellow angels.
God Bless
Rita Snider
April 18, 2020
My sincerest sympathy to Dana and the family. Howard was a wonderful person. I feel blessed that our paths crossed and I got to meet both Dana and Howard. I will keep you in my prayers.
Marguerite Wakefield
April 18, 2020
Prayers to his family.
Lloyd and Theresa Arnold
April 18, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tony & Peggy Gates
April 18, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Georgia Dunigan
April 18, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I was always considered as part of the family. I love them all.
Cherie Grace Peterman
April 18, 2020
Prayers for you and your family Dana. I love you!
Tyler Hughes
April 17, 2020
Didn't get to see Howard much, but every time I seen him he was always had that big smile on his face, you will be missed by many, thanks for being a part of my family, we will meet again on the other side, love to Dana and the family, Tyler
Worked at Budd together and became great buddies!!! Love you Poppie
Sherri Downey
April 17, 2020
Barbara Mccoy
April 17, 2020
Love and prayers to family especially you bro Hughes you are always in my thoughts and prayers. Know the Lord wanted you to have a special welcome when you get Home now Howard will be there to greet you. RIP Howard
Jessica Peach & Family
April 17, 2020
I loved Howie I spent a lot of time with him in my younger years. He was an amazing, loving, caring, kind and unbelievably funny man. He will truly be missed. I'm terribly sorry for the loss of this wonderful man but I'm SO happy for him!
Leah/Rachelle Abell/Sweigart
April 17, 2020
Caitlyn,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Remember we know how it feels and we know just how very much you are hurting right now. We are hurting with you. We are here for you if you need ANYTHING at all, especially if you want to free your mind and you need a good a laugh. We have missed you as we have only been witnesses to your life lately but we can't wait to see your beautiful face. Stay strong.
Much Love,
Leah and Rachelle
Maycee Searp
April 17, 2020
Love and Prayers to the family during this hard time. Sending my condolences. Rest In Peace Howard.
Joan Thornton
April 17, 2020
Prayers being sent. He is and will always be a special person to me. I had the privilege of having him as part of my wedding. I met him by freshman in high school. He knew my mom for Elkhorn Middle. I will never forget his reaction when I told him who my Mom was.
Barbara Phipps-Murphy
April 17, 2020
Deepest Sympathy sending love and prayers to his precious family. Rest In Peace Howard.
Poppie loved his coffee
Sherri Downey
April 17, 2020
You will not be remembered for fortune or fame, but everyone will remember your name...you often pretended like nothing was wrong, but for your family and friends, you was always strong...I will miss the smile on your face... no one will ever take your place!!! I love you
Tammy Smith
April 17, 2020
I love you all, I am blessed to have spent 16 yrs. In ur family and getting to know all of you. Howard touched my heart in many ways, especially making me laugh. I'll keep u all in my thoughts and prayers. Xoxoxos (Fly High and tell family hi for us all) Till we all r 2gether again....
Joseph S. & Dr. Renee V. Girdler, DMin
April 17, 2020
~ Deepest respects and prayers to this beautiful family.
Kathleen Hughes
April 17, 2020
Howard was my husband Charles's baby brother. I never met anyone with a sunnier disposition. Dana, Caitlin, and Jason, my prayers are with you and all the rest of the family. At the feet of Jesus praying . . . He will make the flowers bloom!
Flossie Hackler
April 17, 2020
Prayers for all the family and friends God Bless
Pamela Lefler
April 17, 2020
Dana you and Howard were always peas in a pod. He was a kind, gentle man. We were blessed to have known him. We love you Dana and all of your family. Many hugs Pamela& Johnny Lefler
Larry Hazlett
April 17, 2020
Prayers for the family
Melissa & Jeff Trent
April 17, 2020
Our hearts are with you always. With all our love and admiration for a life well lived. We love you Corky.
Brian Chinn
April 17, 2020
I didn't know poppy but for 8 years. Always kind hearted, hardly ever mad, alalways took up for us new hires.. im gonna miss poppy
Cory Thompson
April 17, 2020
Howard and I worked togather for a few years, and hes one of best people I ever talked to at martinrea. Rest high poppy your not suffering no more. RIP poppy .
Mary Todd
April 17, 2020
Thinking of you and the family love you
Erin Whisman
April 17, 2020
In loving memory of a truly wonderful man. Howard was always quick with a joke, a word of good advice, or a warm hug. He will very much be missed by his Martinrea family. He had an infectious good spirit. Prayers go out to the entire family, and to all his many friends. The world has lost a great man, but heaven has gained an angel on high. RIP Poppy Love, Steve & Erin Whisman
Cindy Lemon
April 17, 2020
Drinking a cup of Java for you my friend.
Mark and Lisa Shannon
April 17, 2020
Heaven gained an .
I loved this man so very much. He was more than just a friend he was family to me. I know Ill see you again. Love you poppy d
Amanda Miller
April 17, 2020
greg hamon
April 17, 2020
I went to school with Howard and man was he fun to be around. I still remember how he would write something normal with his right hand and write the same thing backwards and upside down with his left hand at the same time. I thought that was the coolest thing I had ever seen. You will be missed Howard and your family will weigh heavy in my prayers.
Sue Murphy
April 17, 2020
Dana and family, Im so sorry for your loss. Please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending love, hugs and prayers for the family at this difficult time.
Tommy Brown
April 17, 2020
Howard was a loving family man and a great friend! He always could make you smile and loved his family and friends dearly! He would go out of his way to help you or put a smile on your face!
Donna Riley
April 17, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Timmy Riley
April 17, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. God received another Angel in Heaven.
Tim Chissom
April 16, 2020
I am forever grateful to have known Howard. "Poppy" I worked with him all those years at Budd and never saw him without that smile. Always something bright to say. I'm sure he's still smiling.
Katrina Jahn
April 16, 2020
I remember watching you skateboarding on Winding Way so cool! Peace to your family, Cousin. Love you. -Katrina, Andy, and Stephan
James Hawkins
April 16, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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