of Batesville, AR
October 16, 1938 - September 5, 2023
Bill R. Hughes, at age 84 of Batesville Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday September 5, 2023 at CHI St. Vincent Hospital North in Sherwood AR.
He was born on October 16, 1938 in Bethesda, Arkansas to W.S. Hughes and Effie Amberzette Hughes.
Bill was a Godly man, a member of Central Avenue United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday school and was involved with the Methodist Men's Club. He was selfless and brilliant minded.
Bill graduated from Batesville High School, attended the University of Arkansas and graduated from Arkansas State University.
Early in his career, he taught U.S. History at Batesville High School.
The past 40 years of his career were spent in senior management with U.S. Lime & Minerals, where he had continued to serve on the Board of Directors.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra Nash Hughes of 66 years; his son, William Boyce Hughes and wife Debra Hughes of Germantown, TN; one brother, Bob J. Hughes and wife Carolyn Hughes of Desha, AR; one grandson, David Justus Hughes and wife Natalie Hughes of Collierville, TN; two great-grandchildren, Dawson and Maddie Hughes; one niece, Jessica Hess; and one grandniece, Annabelle Cooley.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents.
Pallbearers are James Boothby, Chris Pool, Eric Hogan, Brad Rogers, Buddy Carlile and Lannie Barber. Honorary Pallbearers will be Fred Wann, Charles Barnett and Jim Longenbach.
Funeral Services will begin at 2:00 PM, September 11, 2023 at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Rev. Jesse James officiating and burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery.
Memorials can be made in his honor to "Old Independence Regional Museum" located at 380 S. 9th Street, Batesville AR 72501 or Central Avenue United Methodist Church, 1205 N. Central Avenue, Batesville AR 72501.
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34 Condolence(s)
Mandy Allen
Saturday, September 30, 2023
Mrs. Hughes,
I just wanted to send you a quick note to let you know how sorry I was to hear of your husbands passing. I have so many fond memories of you. And I STILL have the milk churn you painted for me of the Siamese cat, in my home. I see it every day. It’s in perfect condition!
Sending loving thoughts to you,
Mandy Allen
Shirley Vest Wilson
Saturday, September 30, 2023
Sandra,
I’m so sorry to hear about Billy. I think of you often and reminisce about all the good times we had together. We all had so much fun! Hope to talk to you soon!
All my love and prayers,
Jimmy and Shirley Vest Wilson
Tom Hawkins
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
I had the privilege to get to know Bill through my association with USLM. He had a passion for this business and was quick to share his knowledge and wisdom to me as I learned the basics. He seemed to have a real teacher’s heart. Always a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. My deepest sympathy to the family on your loss.
Brent Bell
Monday, September 11, 2023
So very sorry Billy. My condolences to all the family.
Eddie and Julie Reves
Monday, September 11, 2023
We are sorry for your loss.
Tanya Wright
Sunday, September 10, 2023
Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Anne and Bill Luster
Saturday, September 9, 2023
Sandra and Hughes family, we send our heartfelt condolences. Bill’s passing is shocking and we can’t imagine your life without him. He truly was a gentleman and an asset to humankind.
Darrell and Loretta Hays
Saturday, September 9, 2023
I also enjoyed working with you for forty years. You helped me a lot in our business. May God bless you and your family.
Darrell and Loretta Hays
Saturday, September 9, 2023
I also enjoyed working with you for forty years. You helped me a lot in our business. May God bless you and your family.
Boris and Pam Dover
Saturday, September 9, 2023
Sandra, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Jobe
Saturday, September 9, 2023
Sandra, my thoughts and Prayers are with you during this terrible time. I understand the loss....as you know. May Our Loving Heavenly Father Hold and Comfort you, Billy Boyce and the family.
Much Love, Linda
Franklin Shirrell
Saturday, September 9, 2023
So thankful for your friendship with Mom, Dad, and me! Always fun and a pure joy to be around! Prayers for strength, comfort, and peace in this time.
Alan and Linda Moore
Saturday, September 9, 2023
What a privilege to have known Bill and his wife Sandra. Prayers for Peace and Comfort for this precious family.
Charles F and Anne Allen
Friday, September 8, 2023
Sandra our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We trust that the good memories of Bill will comfort you in the days ahead. Charles and Anne
Anne Glenn Coker
Friday, September 8, 2023
Prayers, Sandra for you and Billy. I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was one of my favorite teachers, compassionate, insightful, and engaged with his students.
John and Debi Davis
Friday, September 8, 2023
We lift the entire Hughes family up in prayer. God Bless.
Tony Rushing
Friday, September 8, 2023
Mr.Billy’ R.Hughes was a very good man,very good.
Ronney Hamilton
Friday, September 8, 2023
God Bless the family with peace and comfort! My memories with Billy Rae goes clear back to our youth! We used to play in the yard on vacations! Thank you for sending this info! Loves to the family!!!!!
Jane Romano
Friday, September 8, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers from all Bob Hamilton's family here in Michigan.
Tianna Nash Reynolds
Friday, September 8, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. Many prayers.
Nick & Katrina Fudge
Friday, September 8, 2023
So sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Praying the Lord will give you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Tim Goff
Friday, September 8, 2023
My prayers for you in this time of loss. I have very fond memories of all of you and wish you peace and comfort.
Bob and Mary Reeves
Friday, September 8, 2023
So sad to hear about Bill's passing, WE worked together for 35 years it was a great relationship, Regret we aren't able to attend the funeral. Will be praying for you and Billy.
mark shreve
Friday, September 8, 2023
In my prayers
Belinda G Burns
Friday, September 8, 2023
Sandra my heart is breaking for you, Billy, and the family. Bill was a wonderful person and neighbor. You know I am only a phone call away. Please don't hesitate to call if you need me anything or to talk. My love, prayers, and sympathy to all of you.
Theresa “Harmonâ€Branscum
Friday, September 8, 2023
My Condolences to the family so sorry for your loss, prayers for peace and comfort today and the days to followðŸ™
Sandy Duhe
Friday, September 8, 2023
I had the great pleasure of serving on the U.S. Lime and Minerals Board with Bill who was an extraordinary gentleman and professional. His humor, insight, and camaraderie will truly be missed. I'm so blessed to have known him. Sending prayers and healing wishes to you all.
Mary and Bill Hale
Friday, September 8, 2023
My precious Sandra, please know how much we treasure our memories of you and Bill. Love you so much and we will pray for you and your family, asking for strength and comfort. Our loved ones can be taken, but our memories are ours to keep. Love you, Bill and Marylynn.
Vern and Susan Williams
Friday, September 8, 2023
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Thinking of all of you and wishing strength and comfort . Please let us know if there's anything we can do. God bless
Will Carlile
Friday, September 8, 2023
Sandra, Please know that we are with you in prayer during this time. Bill was one of my favorite people and someone I always looked up to and sought advice from as a teenager and young adult. He helped me with job applications and resumes on more than one occasion and was always a positive influence to me. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Bill Estes & Janet Tosh
Friday, September 8, 2023
Sandra, we are so very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. I sure miss the good ol days and would give anything to have them back. He will truly be missed. All our love, hugs and prayers for you and the family.
Jessica Hughes
Thursday, September 7, 2023
We love you Uncle Bill. Our thoughts and prayers to my Aunt Sandra, Cousins Billy, Debbie and David and all our love to my dad, Bobby Hughes. Love, Jessica, Tye, Annabelle and Beau
Danny J Mitchell
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Sandra and Billy so sorry to hear the loss of Bill he was such a great caring person i had Bill for a history school teacher worked with him at Arkansas Lime over forty years. You have my sympathy and prayers
Betty Burge Cockrill
Thursday, September 7, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Bill. Sandra and family you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray our Heavenly Father will hold you in His loving arms and give you strength, peace and comfort.