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Charles Hughes Obituary
Charley was born on Dec. 14, 1944, in Nampa to Charles and Gladys (Farr) Hughes. He moved to La Grande to attend school and play football at Eastern Oregon State College in 1963. Upon graduation Charley taught school in Meridian before moving back to La Grande to open up Charley's Sports, which he ran for 10 years. During that time he served as a coach in numerous youth sports throughout the community. After closing the store in 1988 Charley went back to teaching. Ultimately he taught in the Imbler school system for 16 years before retiring and moving to Boise.
Charley will be fondly remembered by many who were touched by his warm heart and contagious smile. He always had a kind word and a moment of his time for anyone that needed it.
Charley is survived by his brother Jim Hughes, his sisters Virginia Scheele and Betty Wells along with his children Jay Hughes and his wife Heather, his daughters Kelli Hughes, Kasey Hughes, Jenica and Rianna McKay and six grandchildren.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Hughes
Aaron Archuleta
November 15, 2024
Miss you Mr. Hughes. Thank you for always making us smile.
Kelli Hughes
April 3, 2008
Daddy, u will forever be missed and fondly remembered. You were and are the best Dad a girl could ask for. I miss your smile but I know u are looking down upon me and smiling now. I will now strive to live more like you each and every day so that when people see me they in fact see a reflection of you. I am proud to be your daughter. Love U!
Elizabeth (Beth) Peterson
March 29, 2008
Dear Cousin Virginia & Family,
I regret that I did not get to know
Charley, but my heart goes out to
you, Virginia in the loss of your
little brother and to the whole family.
God Bless You and give you His
peace.
With My Love & Prayers,
Todd Thompson and Family
March 28, 2008
Students at Imbler High School lost a valued teacher, advocate, and friend with the passing of Charley. He always seemed to find those students who were in need of a positive word or a compassionate act. He was responsible for assisting countless students in not only meeting graduation requirements, but urging them to continually strive for their personal best. He was a tireless advocate for students and he will be missed.
We're sure that we speak for many who counted Charley as a great friend and trusted colleague. He was quick with a smile and students and staff members were always amazed with his patience and dedication to doing what was best for kids.
Our thoughts are with his family as they work through this difficult time.
Doug & Patty Hislop
March 28, 2008
Charley's family. 3-28-2008
We have many wonderful memories of Charley and his teaching, the sporting goods store, and his many coaching endeavors. We particularly enjoyed his sense of humor and willingness to help anyone at anytime. He will be missed greatly. However the memories for those lives he touched will last forever.
Ken and Diana Clark
March 28, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Pennell
March 27, 2008
Charley, I have many fond memories of you from high school. My best wishes and prayers to your family.
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