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1948
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2022
Sally Hughes Obituary
Born in Hodgenville, KY on October 9, 1948, Sally Hughes passed away peacefully in her Denton, TX home on April 22, 2022, after a 6-year battle with cancer. Sally was born to Martha Sanders and Charles Froman Beams; she is survived by husband Sam Hughes, son Hunter and wife Jessica, grandchildren Addison & Hudson, son Stephen and husband Josh Benson. Sister Martha Charles Otis and husband Bill, sister Suzanne Beams, brother-in-law Jeffrey Hughes, a niece, six nephews, and extended family.
Sally graduated from Georgetown College, The Cleveland Clinic Medical Tech Program, attended the University of Kentucky, and University of North Texas. After teaching Health Occupations for 17-years at Sanger High School, she was able to retire to dedicate her time to travelling the world, volunteering, and gardening.
Sally was a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority, a Master Gardener, avid tennis player, enjoyed needle point, working in her gardens, tending her pets, and spending as much time with her grandchildren as she could. She will be remembered for her great sense of humor and always making light of any situation that was presented to her.
She was a member of Denton Country Club, First United Methodist Church, and the New Horizons Sunday School Class.
Expressions of sympathy can be made to Cancer Sucks, gofund.me/3c7b2813 or First United Methodist Church, Denton, TX in her memory.
Funeral services will be Friday April 29, 2022 at First United Methodist Church, Denton, TX, 2:00 PM.
Graveside services will be Wednesday May 4, 2022 at Red Hill Cemetery, Hodgenville, KY 10:00 AM.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sally Hughes
Linda Hewlett
April 20, 2024
Not a day goes by I don´t think about you Sally. You could always put a smile on my face. Miss you.
Linda Hewlett
December 12, 2023
Sally I think about you all the time and the great memories we had teaching together. Miss you dearly. Linda Hewlett
Emily Jones Kinnaird
May 3, 2022
Ms. Hughes was truly the sassiest teacher I've ever met - and she was such a joy to learn from. This woman drove me through Houston traffic so I could compete in a state poster competition...she's a saint! She made all the difference for me and I'm so thankful to have known her. For a few years, I taught high school students in a hospital setting and thought she must be crazy to have done that for as long as she did! She was one-of-a-kind and she is so missed!
Austin Hunter Sides
April 30, 2022
I was a student of hers at Sanger High School and she had the most impact on me of any teacher I had. I am now a Nurse Practitioner at Parkland ER because of the path she set me on.
Kenny Ruland
April 29, 2022
It was my privilege to work with Sally at Sanger High School. She was a great teacher and a true friend.
My prayers and condolences are for all family and friends.
Amie Pennington McGinnis
April 29, 2022
So very sad to hear of the loss of such a sweet lady! She was a wonderful teacher, mother and great person.
Carla Clayton Niemeyer
April 29, 2022
So sorry to hear this sad news. I have so many memories of Sally from our High School years in Band and other activities. Sally always had a smile on her face and a delightful sense of humor. She will truly be missed. Sending prayers for comfort and peace to all who loved her, and especially to you Sam. God bless you all.
Linda Hewlett
April 29, 2022
Sending prayers and love to her precious family. Such wonderful memories working with Sally. She always kept us laughing. Love you Sally Linda Hewlett
Jean Stanley
April 28, 2022
Prayers to the family. I will miss Sally and the bond we had thanks to our sons.
Barry & Barbara Anderson
April 28, 2022
Sammy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Our get-togethers on the first Saturday in May will not be the same. She added so much class and energy to our group coupled with Southern charm.
She will forever be in our thoughts and you in our prayers.
Barry & Barb
Kristen Hollinger (Denton Country Club)
April 27, 2022
I know mere words aren't enough, but you must know how saddened we are to hear of Sally's passing. What an absolute privilege and pleasure it was to have known such a classy and down to earth woman, as Mrs. Hughes! Please know we're holding each of you close in our thoughts and hope you know you can lean on us for whatever you may need. Love and Hugs.
Mark Benedict
April 27, 2022
Sam, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. As you mentioned to me...she fought the good fight! God Bless. Your friend, Mark.
Carolyn Sue Sherrouse
April 26, 2022
Prayers of comfort for the Hughes family. I will miss Sally's wit and humor at our family gatherings. She was a special lady to many people and will be missed very much.
Donna Puyear
April 26, 2022
I´m going to miss you my friend.
Bob and Penny Ashley
April 26, 2022
Our hearts and sympathy go out to you Sam and your family. We will always have good memories from Trinity to FUMC with your smiles, words of encouragement to Bob, progressive dinners, and being with you. God bless all of you.
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