Ama Jean Hughey

Ama Jean Hughey, of Ripley, Tennessee, passed away on March 26, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on September 30, 1947.

Ama Jean is survived by her loving sons, Scotty (Susan) Jackson and Danny (Linda) Jackson, a special nephew Lee Allan (Jackie) Pope, a stepdaughter Rebecca Hughey and her companion and friend, Jesse Felix. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Ronny Hughey, sisters, Shirley (Allen) Gray and Becky Rowland; her brother, J.W. (Carolyn) Holman; her parents, J.W. and Clarice Holman; and her son, Michael Jackson.

Jean will be remembered for the special love she had for her family and precious dogs. She loved cooking, and growing a vegetable garden to share with family and friends . Jean had a deep passion to help anyone in need. She had a great sense of humor and enjoyed sharing a good laugh with friends. Most of all she always put others needs before herself.

A Celebration of Life visitation will be held on April 1, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Covington Funeral Home.

The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this time.

Special thanks for the loving care from Saint Francis Bartlett, Ripley Lauderdale Hospital, Ripley Healthcare and Gentiva Hospice.