Norman Paul

Hughes, Jr.

1942-2014

Norman Paul Hughes, Jr., 71, of Pensacola, FL passed away Saturday, February 1, 2014.

Norm was born on July 7, 1942 in Pensacola, FL. He was a graduate of Pensacola Junior College and a general foreman at the Naval Air Rework Facility at NAS Pensacola. He was a devoted Florida State Fan and loved playing his weekly tennis matches with his close circle of friends. He was a special sexton and devoted member at Christ Episcopal Church. Norm was a loving and dedicated husband, father and friend. He was a man of great faith who's giving nature and genuine love and care for others touched everyone he knew. He believed in "paying it forward" as he was a big supporter of many great causes including the Wounded Warrior Project, Animal Rescue Organizations, Salvation Army and many more. He proudly served in the US Army and valiantly fought for his country in the Vietnam War. Norm will be greatly missed by all of those who knew and loved him.

He is preceded in death by his parents Norman Paul and Helen Hughes; brother, Bobby Hughes and his niece, Kimberly Hammer.

Survivors include his loving wife, Sandra Hughes; son, Eric Hughes (Teresa) of Orlando, FL; daughter, Melody Mitchell Tabman (Stuart) of Seminole, FL; sister, Deborah Johnson (Kenny) of Pace, FL; nieces, Suzanne Lindsey, Debbie McDaniel and Rhonda Hughes; a cousin, Constance Newton; grandchildren, Emily and Carl Rogers; and many other cousins, relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held 5-7pm Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at Christ Episcopal Church, 18 W. Wright St., Pensacola, FL 32501.

Funeral Service will be held 9:30am Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Christ Episcopal Church with Fr. Neal Goldsborough and Rev. Bob Graves officiating. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery with military honors.

Active Pallbearers will be Frank Fazio, Donald Ford, Woody Woodson, Albert Johnson, Brad Crosby, Pete Lee, Kenny Johnson and Martin Rogers.

Honorary Pallbearers will be John Hedden, John Scarboro, Chris Loring, Fred Padgett and Tom Fudika.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ Episcopal Church or the Wounded Warrior Project.

The family would like to offer a special thanks to the nurses at SINU at Baptist Hospital.

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Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Feb. 4, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Norman Hughes

11 Entries

Larry & Joan Hatch

March 19, 2014

Norm was a true gentleman and a great friend. We will miss his smiling face! Sandy we share your loss; you remain in our prayers. Larry and Joan Hatch

Andrew Moorer

February 5, 2014

I would like to express my sincere sorrow in hearing of Norman Hughes passing. I worked in Mr. Hughes shop back in the late 80's prior to transferring to MCAS, Cherry Point. I thank you Mr. Hughes for your patience and understanding in allowing me the opportunity to become an aircraft mechanic. This is a sad day for all the folks that have met you alone the way. We will keep the family in our prayers.

Bill Shepherd

February 4, 2014

Truly a faithful man of God's peace and grace with a servant's heart. A faithful husband to Sandy, who is a great gift to Norm! We will miss you Gentle giant. He is probably on the tennis court with Jesus now!

Bill Okishoff

February 4, 2014

One of the finest men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.

Cheryl Villar-O'Klock

February 4, 2014

The Family of Norman, I was sad to read about his death. We grew up together in the downtown Pensacola area. He was a great guy! I was just thinking about him the other day as I went thru some of my memory books and ran across an invitation from him to an old neighborhood reunion. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Jim Hardy

February 4, 2014

I am saddened to learn of Norm's passing. He was a great guy and a good friend. My condolences to his entire family.

Bob and Clariece

February 4, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

joe miori

February 4, 2014

R.I.P MR , HUGHES,, THE MIORI FAMILY

Marilyn Webster (Mrs. John Webster)

February 3, 2014

Sandy my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief. I am thankful that he wasn't in lingering pain. He was always a good friend to me and my family over the past decades. I know he will be missed by many.

Mikhail and Galina Khramov

February 3, 2014

We will always remember Norm, our wonderful neighbor. Sandra, we are very sorry about the loss of your husband, our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.

Ray & Nancy Merchant

February 3, 2014

My heart goes out to your family. His life touched so many - though we only met at Eric & Teresa's wedding, I always heard about the fun times Mel & Stu, Eric & Teresa, Sandy & Papa had and all the adventures and family gatherings. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. The world has lost a very special person, but heaven gained a new angel!

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