Dolores Hughes' Obituary
Dolores M. Hughes, 85 of Decatur, IL died Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
She was born January 19, 1933 in Aurora, IL the daughter of Paul E. and Dorothy Mae (Davenport) Boyce. On June 30, 1963 she married Gary L. Hughes, Sr. He preceded her in death on September 24, 1992.
Dolores was a hard worker and was employed with Hughes Motors. After her husband passed away, she took a position as an advertising layout designer with Kay’s Corporate Office until closing. She served as a secretary for Camp Warren and served as a data entry clerk for Family Eyecare.
Dolores was a member of New Beginnings Church of God.
Surviving are her children, Steve Walters (Sue) of Fort Myers, FL, Jacque Walters of Decatur, IL. Gary L. Hughes (Lori) of Decatur, IL; grandchildren, Jason Gehlbach, Eric Walters, Adam Walters, Elisha Wright, Danielle Nelson, Vance Nelson, Anna Hughes and Heather Hughes.
She was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Charles Boyce.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home in Decatur, IL. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the funeral home.
Memorials: The Donor’s local church.
The Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Dolores. Condolences may be left to her family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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