Charles Edward Hughes, age 76, of the Pensacola Community, went Home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 5th, 2025, after a brief illness. A native of Davidson County, he was a son of the late Charles and Mable Vaughner Hughes. He was preceded in death as well by his loving wife of 39 years, Donna Allen Hughes; and his brothers and sister: Robert, Carlie, Ruben and Mary Hughes.
Charles was an avid catfisherman, as well as a turkey and deer hunter. He enjoyed going to the woods and digging ginseng. He was a trader by nature, trading on any and everything. He loved music and playing his guitar alongside his grandson who played as well.
Surviving are a son, Charles “Ferby” Hughes and wife, Janna, of Pensacola; daughter, Michelle “Worm” Hensley and husband, Brian, of Fox Creek; his beloved grandson, Bryson Hensley; sister-in-law, Linda Allen of Pensacola; three brothers-in-law: David Allen of Asheville, Randy Allen and Ricky “Cheese” Allen of Pensacola; and his dog, Itsy. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 12th at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Yancey Funeral Service. Preachers Austin Wilson and Nic Coates will officiate. The family will receive friends from 5 until 6 p.m. prior to the services at the funeral home. Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 13th in the Clendell Allen Cemetery on Pensacola.
The family would like to extend special thanks to Madison Home Care and Hospice for the wonderful care given to him with very special thanks to Paige Gibbs and Cindy Allen for going above and beyond in Charles’ care. Memorial donations may be made to Madison Home Care and Hospice at 590 Medical Park Drive, Marshall, NC 28753.
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