Jimmie Dwaine Hughes' Obituary
Decatur-Jimmie Dwaine Hughes, Sr., 77, of Greensboro, GA, formerly of Decatur, went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2015, at his home of an ongoing illness.
Jim was born on November 28, 1937 in Decatur, IL to Donald LeRoy and Evelyn Lucile (Coleman) Hughes. He met his mate Elizabeth Ray on November of 1957 and were happily married 55 years. Jim worked for UPS for 33 years retiring to Lake Oconee after 5 state moves. Enjoyed his passions for cars, sports, NASCAR with his in-laws, Shell and Terry, collectibles and golf with his buddies. The joy of his life was creating and sharing memorable trips over the years. He was a member of the Christian Church in Maroa, IL and of the Masonic Lodge #8 in Decatur. Joined golf clubs wherever they moved.
Surviving is wife, Elizabeth; daughters, Debra Hughes, Myrtle Beach; son, Jim Jr. (Nancy) Hughes; daughter, Susan (Matt) Orred and their son, Alex (his best buddy); granddaughters, Stacey Hucks, Kacey (Wm) Grand and son to be born in May; Karli (Kevin) Smith and Kora Alyne. His 2 sisters, Gloria Prescott and Marcia Hughes; brother, Rodger (Barbara) Hughes. Several nieces and nephews are loved as well.
Preceding him in death are his parents, 3 brothers, a sister, and 2 nephews.
Services to celebrate Jimmie’s life will be 2 p.m. Saturday, February 28, 2015 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the services at the funeral home with a Masonic Service immediately following. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to American Heart Association.
The family of Jimmie Dwaine Hughes, Sr. is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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