Hendersonville, North Carolina
1956 - 2017
Jeffrey Ricardo Hughes, age 60 of Hendersonville, died Sunday, March 5th, 2017 at the Elizabeth House, following a long battle with cancer. He was born August 25th, 1956 in Salinas, California; a son of Jacqueline Gasperson Henderson and the late John Hughes. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Anthony and Timothy Hughes.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his two sons, Jeffrey Hughes, Jr. and Cameron McCullough; three sisters, Michelle Ogle, Kelly Hughes and Jamie Hughes; one brother, Steven Hughes; uncle, Perry Gasperson; a very special great-niece, Aimee Condrey; and by Melissa Hughes, to whom he was married for over 32 years.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Paul Kim and staff, Dr. Clifford Johnson and staff, all of his caregivers at Pardee Hospital and Asheville Specialty Hospital and the wonderful staff at the Elizabeth House.
A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8th, 2017 in Thos. Shepherd's Church Street Chapel. Please feel free to wear your favorite Star Wars shirt.
His family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.
Cards may be directed to Post Office Box 91, Naples, NC 28760.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jeffrey's memory may be directed to St. Jude's Children's Cancer Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of the arrangements.
OUR DEEPEST AND MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES FOR JEFF's family and friends in this the darkest of times
george and jewell jackson
March 15, 2017 | Alexander, NC
Angela (Lynn) Gray
March 09, 2017 | Dallas, GA
I worked along side Jeff at Blue sky cafe. Each day he came in, no matter what pain he was in, or what was going on in his life, he would always be in a great mood.His smile,jokes, and overall joy seemed contagious in a world that has always needed more of it.Hated to see you in pain my friend. But I'm glad you're free from it now.Thanks for always being a great buddy of mine. Love ya like a brother man. -steven w.
steven wallace
March 08, 2017 | Fletcher, NC
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Ruthie Kittle
March 08, 2017 | Mills River, NC
Melissa and Jeffery
I remember my brother as someone who taught me how to swim and shoot a gun.
I love him very much and sad that he is gone. I will always be here if every need me. With all my love Jamie
March 07, 2017
Praying that you'll feel the comfort of God's loving arms in your loss.
Though I wasn't there at the time Jeff was, I'm an Eliada sister.
God bless Jeff's memory and God bless you.
Darlene Teague Stailey
March 07, 2017 | Indianapolis, IN
I remember Jeff when we were in Eliada and some years later, he always had that great smile on his face . So glad that he's not suffering any longer. My condolences go out to all of the family members. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Angela (Lynn) Gray
March 07, 2017 | Dallas, GA
Jeff, Melissa and siblings, I've very saddened for your loss. Jeff was a good man, a kind man and a good friend. I have many, many fond memories of our friendship. From Eliada and as adults. Yes, we morn his passing, however, I believe that we can rejoice in the fact that he's in the arms of our Lord. No more pain, no more cancer, no more tears, ever. I look forward to spending eternity with my friend, drinking coffee, laughing, joking and serving our precious Lord.
Rick Hensley
March 07, 2017 | Hendersonville, NC
Jeff, we are so sorry that your dad has passed away but you know he is in Gods hands now and will always be in your heart and memories. Hope you and Stephanie are ok and God gives you peace with this loss. Sincerely, Karen and Bob Green (Stephanie's Aunt Karen :) )
March 06, 2017