It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of James “Jimmy” Harold Hughes, a devoted husband, father and grandfather who went home to be with the Lord on April 27th, 2026. Born on October 18th, 1947, to Harold and Emma (Burris) Hughes. Jimmy was a Christian man who never wavered in his faith.

Jimmy was preceded in death by both parents, loving wife, Linda Pohlner Hughes, his mother in law, Minnie Boyer, a brother in law, Wayne Pohlner and his nephew Keith “Shorty” Frazier.

Mr. Hughes is survived by his loving daughter, Carla Michelle Watson and her husband Tony, grandsons, Nathan Nix and Brad Nix, sister Wanda Mathews and husband Ken, several beloved nieces and nephews, as well as very special “Granddogs” Gracie and Cash, who he loved with all his heart.

The family will receive friends from noon to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30th, 2026, prior to the chapel service. Rev. Wade Patterson will officiate the chapel service beginning at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens with Tony Watson, Nathan Nix, Brad Nix and Tim Frazier serving as pallbearers.

Buckner & Fike Funeral Home and Cremation is in charge of all arrangements.