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John Hughes Obituary
SPARTANBURG, SC-- John Patrick Hughes, Sr., 87, of Spartanburg, died Wednesday, October 22, 2008, at his home. Born March 26, 1921, in Greenville, SC, and raised in Spartanburg, he was the son of the late Maynard Bryant and Teresa Scruggs Hughes. A 1938 graduate of Spartanburg High School, he was a 1942 graduate of the Citadel where he was a member of the Summerall Guard. Mr. Hughes was the owner of City News Agency for 60 years and Pic-A-Book, Inc., a bookstore at Hillcrest, for 35 years. He was a very active member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church his entire life where he led the Fund Raising Committee to build St. Paul's Catholic School. He was a Life member of the Father Maurice R. Daily Council 6076. He was also a Life member of the Father Maurice R. Daily Assembly 1655 of the 4th Degree and a past Faithful navigator of Assembly 1655. A U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, having served in Africa, Germany, and Italy, he graduated from the Command General Staff School in Fort Leavenworth, KS, as a Colonel, and taught there for a number of years before retiring from the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Retired Officers Club in Spartanburg, past President of the Association of Citadel Men and the Spartanburg Citadel Club, past President of the Rotary Club of Spartanburg and a member since 1947, District Governor of the SC District of Rotary and a Paul Harris Fellow, President of the Palmetto Council of the Boy Scouts in 1991, 1992, and 1993, recipient of the Silver Beaver Award and a James West Fellow, President of the Housing Authority, President of the United Way campaign and United Way Chairman, President of the Atlantic Coast Independent Distributors Association for magazine and newspaper distributors, a member of the Senior Golfers Association, and an avid golfer for many years.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Jane Klim Hughes; a daughter, Jane Hughes Warner of Spartanburg; three sons, John Patrick Hughes, Jr. and his wife Donna Jean Hughes of Spartanburg, Mark Bryant Hughes and his wife Tina Puckett Hughes of Landrum, and Phillip Luke Hughes and his wife Kay Sides Hughes of Myrtle Beach; five grandchildren, Angel Greer Hjarding, Joshua Patrick Hughes, Mark Bryant Hughes, Jr., Kirby Michelle Hughes, and Carson Hughes; two great-grandchildren, Patrick Hjarding and Pearl Hughes; and three sisters, Margie Hughes Gaffney, Barbara Hughes Bennett and her husband David, and Teresa Hughes Klim and her husband Joseph Klim.
A rosary prayer service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 2008, at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel, with visitation to follow until 8:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 27, 2008, at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church conducted by the Rev. James M. Crowley. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
Honorary Escort will be members of the 4th degree Knights of Columbus and the Rotary Club of Spartanburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church Building Fund, 161 North Dean Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302.
The family is at the home.
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for John Hughes
Betty Littlejohn
October 30, 2008
To Jane, Jane, John, Luke, and Mark,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. My husband, Clarence worked with you all and Mr. Hughes between City News and Pic-a-Book. Mr. Hughes' community involvement has continued thru other family members. I have seen John Jr. and Jane at some different community events. My family's prayers are with you all. May your shared memories keep you all surrounded in love.
Betty Littlejohn, Carmen, Tonda, and Armilla
Mary and Tommie Carroll/ Williams
October 29, 2008
Mrs Hughes, Mark, John, Luke, Jane and family, I was so sad when Mark called to tell me of your loss. Your family has always been such a big part of my life. Mr Hughes was a wonderful person and I know he will be missed/ You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Tonda Wannamaker-Davis
October 28, 2008
I was sadden to learn of Mr. Hughes death in the paper. I have such fond memories of the family. My father worked for City News Agency and both of my sisters and I were allowed to work there while we were finishing high school and during breaks as each of us attended college. Our memories will keep Mr. Hughes' presence with us as it has for so many years.
Joy Bryant Carter
October 27, 2008
Dearest Hughes Family, I was so saddened to read of your loss. Mr. Hughes was certainly a pillar of our community. He also always had a kind word and a sweet smile for those he had contact with. I remember,as others, a true gentleman . Sincerely, Joy Bryant Carter
Joy Bryant Carter
October 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Beth Jackson Gambrell
October 27, 2008
Jane, Jane, and John, and family,
I remember going to City News and Pic-a-Book many many times and Big John would always greet us with a smile. He and I talked sports (mostly Clemson) and what a delight he was. This was in the late 60's and 70's. I still remember those days. May God continue to bless you at this time.
With love,
Beth Jackson Gambrell
Wallace Robinson
October 27, 2008
Mrs. Hughes, John Jr., Jane, Mark, and Luke please accept my condolences for your loss. Though it has been a long time since I have seen any of you, your family has been in my thoughts over the years. Mr. Huhges’ kindness and especially his patience with all the young people that were around the house are remembered fondly. He was one of the good guys.
Wallace Robinson
Peggy and Joe Valletta
October 26, 2008
My visits to Spartanburg will not be the same without seeing Uncle John at Mass welcoming everyone as they entered the church. He always had a smile and big hug for me. He was a kind and gentle man and will be deeply missed by all of us who knew and loved him.
Robin Garrett
October 26, 2008
I will miss seeing Mr. Hughes at church on Sunday. He was a kind and gentle man. He had a smile for everyone. My sympathy to the Hughes family.
Margie Cohan
October 26, 2008
I have very fond memories of Uncle John while growing up. I remember his wonderful smile, kind heart and giving ways. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Margie and Jeff Cohan
BOBBY COLLINS & FAMILY
October 26, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Richard Jabbour
October 25, 2008
To the Hughes Family,
Mr. Hughes was such a delight to all of us when he would come to our office. We all looked forward to his visit. I am sadden at his passing as Spartanburg has truly lost a gentleman and a true friend of that city. May God bless.
Dr. Richard E. Jabbour
Toby Carmichael
October 25, 2008
I thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. I know it is hard to let go but he has gone to be with God. May all of you feel the joy and happiness in your heart know he is in a better place.
Susan and Billy Parris
October 25, 2008
I was saddened to see in the paper Mr. John Hughes death. He was a very nice man. I enjoyed going into the Pic A Book from time to time. My father, J.C. Bush thought alot of Mr. Hughes. They shared the interest of the Rotary Club for many years. My father was with the Inman Rotary Club but, they shared good times through the shared meetings they attended. He will greatly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Geraldine Puckett Justus
October 25, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a true Southern gentleman.Sincerely, Geraldine Puckett Justis and Jeff Justis
Ann Pond
October 25, 2008
Thinking about you Kay and Luke and Carson during this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Ann Pond
Brenda Johnson,SCC
October 24, 2008
To Mark and Family,
I wanted to express my condolences to you and to your family during this difficult time. My prayers are with you and your family.
rick Orr
October 24, 2008
WE will be thinking of your family at this time of sadness.
Lib and Rick Orr
631 Cystal Drive
Robert French
October 24, 2008
Pic-a-Book was not just a bookstore. It was a place to feel welcomed and to ,incidentally, get reading material..Jane and John Hughes were interesting and interested.. Mr. Hughes puttered around the store and dispensed kind words to all and that is the best way to remember him as all of us will..With sympathy, Robert French
John Hughes Jr.
October 24, 2008
We love you Dad,God bless you,you are always in our prayers.We missyou. Love John and Donna.
Melton Francis
October 24, 2008
We are saddened to hear of Mr. Hughes passing. Erica and Emily, our girls, now young women, remember our trips to Spartanburg and the gifts John and you gave them from Pic-A-Book as well as the interest you expressed in them. Lisa, Erica, Emily and my thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
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