Photo courtesy of Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home - Evendale/Blue Ash
Cincinnati, Ohio
Feb 16, 1952 – Jun 28, 2025
Richard M. “Rick” Hughes, also affectionately known as “Bodo” or “Big Stick”, devoted son to the late James G. and Virginia M. (nee Hathorn) Hughes. Cherished brother to the late Carolyn (the late Ken) Roll, Jim (Janet) Hughes, Kathy (Rick) Wilking, and David (Judy Lester) Hughes. Beloved Uncle to Chris (Angie) Wilking, Kelly (Andrew) Cush, Tyler (Carey) Rothschild, Erika (Andy) Cale, Karyn Roll, Amy (Justin) Woods, Molly (Will) Silvers, and A.J. (Jessica) Hughes. Also survived by 15 adoring great nieces and nephews.
Rick loved music and loved golf. He was a great storyteller, and enjoyed a good joke, leading to some funny pranks with his golf buddies (there was certainly retaliation). His dry sense of humor often made him the life of the party. Rick also maintained a quiet home life and lived life on his own terms.
The family would like to sincerely thank all his close friends who were always there for him, especially Karen and Tony Andrews.
Rick passed quietly after a recent illness on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Friends and family are welcome to share memories of Rick by signing the online guest book, or if so inclined, memorial contributions may be made to a charity close to Rick’s heart; The Jeffery G. Hoeh Memorial Fund, which has helped individuals and families suffering from cancer or other catastrophic illnesses since 1989.
Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home is honored to assist the family. A private Memorial for Rick will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family.
Read MoreHe was a great friend to me and will truly be missed. I knew him for over 35 yrs he loved going to Myrtle Beach and many golf trips, UC games. He always had many stories to tell and made everybody laugh he was the life of the party. RIP Big Stick.
Bob Aronhalt
August 17, 2025 | St. Petersburg, FL | Friend
A great guy and a friend I hadn’t seen in many, many years. When he entered a room, everybody smiled. RIP Bodo
Tom Loftus
July 24, 2025 | Frankfort, KY
Rick was a friend who always had a smile. His humor was catching, people who knew him always felt at ease and glad they knew him. He will surely be missed.
Mary Waldbillig
July 10, 2025 | Mason, OH | Friend
I've known Rick "Bodo" for many years. Really enjoyed the times at the Fabulous Edge having a cold one with Rick, Joe and Barney. Rest in Peace my friend.
Garry KOHORST
July 07, 2025 | LAS VEGAS, NV | Friend
Always looked forward to seeing you at the beach.. won't be the same without you. Thanks for all the beautiful memories!! Condolences to the family
Paula Ruddell-Swift
July 07, 2025
A very sweet man, with a very big heart and a great sense of humor. Condolences to your family and RIP Bodo.
Mary Pohl
July 07, 2025 | Rockford, MI | Friend
It was a pleasure playing golf with you, BIG STICK, RIP my friend. Mike “Big Muddy” Bamonte
Mike Bamonte
July 06, 2025 | Norwood, OH | Friend
A very kind person. Always polite and a great sense of humor. Rest in Peace Bodo!!!
Michael Speed
July 06, 2025 | Hilliard, OH | Friend
One of the truly good guys. Rest in peace buddy!
Bill Ryan
July 06, 2025 | Cincinnati, OH | Friend
