of Collierville, TN
November 24, 1938 - March 1, 2024
Sandra J. Hughes, at age of 85, passed away on Friday, March 1st, 2024, at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House in Collierville, TN. She was born on November 24th, 1938, in Batesville, Arkansas to the late Edna Mae and Boyce Nash.
Sandra was a woman of strong faith and a member of the Central Avenue United Methodist Church. She began singing in the choir at age 13, and until later in life. Sandra graduated from the Batesville High School and attended Lyon College. While in High School she met her future husband Bill Hughes and shared 66 devoted years together until his death in September 2023.
Sandra was a member of PEO, the Rhododendron Society, and the Audubon Society. She was known for her artistic ability through her painting and shared that gift to others all her life.
For fifteen years she served as secretary of West Side Elementary. Having only one child, she always said she had 500 others. Sandra was generous, kind, talented, and just a lot of fun to be around. Sandra loved and appreciated antiques and the preservation of keeping the past for all to remember.
Survivors include her son, William Boyce Hughes and wife Debbie of Germantown, TN; one brother-in-law, Bob J. Hughes and wife Carolyn of Desha, AR; one grandson, Davidson Justus Hughes and wife Natalie of Collierville, TN; two great-grandchildren, Dawson Nash Hughes and Maddie Maria Hughes; one niece, Jessica Hess; and one grandniece, Annabelle Cooley.
Sandra was preceded in death by her husband, parents, grandparents and her Beloved Uncle Jack Wasson.
Pallbearers are John Myers, Fred Wann, Bill Olson, Bryan Ross, Rev. Jesse James and Alan Bufford. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Barnett, Walter McSpadden, Dwight Ford, Doug Brodie and Dr. J.D. Allen.
Funeral Services will begin at 1:30pm Saturday, March 9th at Roller-Crouch Funeral Home with Rev. Roger Hook officiating, Deloris Hook handling the Eulogy, and burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in Batesville, AR.
Visitation will be held from 5:30-7:00pm Friday, March 8, 2024 at the funeral home.
Memorials can be made in Sandra's honor to Central Avenue United Methodist Church, 1205 N. Central Avenue, Batesville, AR 72501 or ''Old Independence Regional Museum'' located at 380 S. 9th Street, Batesville, AR 72501.
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18 Condolence(s)
Melissa Butler Massey
Saturday, April 6, 2024
May you rest in peace with Bill,parents,etc. Missed seeing you after move. Knew this funny,smart,talented Lady whole life. From West school,to working on their and Edna Mae's homes where she'd cook lunch sometimes alot of times deserts for my Dad and Uncle to have hot and fresh for lunch or least their break. Won them over to being one of favorite customers without doubt! Lol Even rented from she and Bill for several years once began my own family.,right beside Mrs.Nash towards her last few yrs with us. So definitely sad to know another fixture of my lifetime is gone till meet again in next.
Mary J. Snapp Matthews
Monday, March 18, 2024
My sincere condolences for the loss of your beautiful Sandra. Prayers & thoughts for your family.
Marie -Thérèse MOGUEL
Saturday, March 9, 2024
De la gaité, des beaux sourires partagés une tendre amitié affectueuse voilà les merveilleux souvenirs que je garde de nos rencontres chère SANDRA tu es dans mon cœur pour toujours
Janice Cash Benton
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Sandra was one of a kind! Always loved seeing her any time! God Bless you, Billy and your family. You are in my prayers!
Glenda and Marcus Bowers
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Sandra was a lovely, talented friend. She was always so kind to me and my children.
Georageann, my sis-in-law introduced us when I first married Marcus. She was so loving from day one. Prayers sent up for her family
Diana Thomas
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Sandra was a beautiful person inside and out. She always had a kind word and a smile for everyone. She will be greatly missed. Praying for her family and all others who loved her and Bill.
Anne and Bill Luster
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Sandra was a delight and a blessing for all who knew her. Her talents were many and friends were multitudes. Sympathy for the family. She will be missed.
Louise Hooper
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Heaven has definitely gained an angel and we have lost a very special friend. Sandra was the most loving ,caring person I have ever met. She always was concerned about others and was always there and willing to help. May God bless and comfort you during this time .
Belinda G Burns
Thursday, March 7, 2024
I'm going to miss our only got "a minute" chit chats (2+ hrs. later), your laughter, and funny little sayings. You were so special to me and my family. Definitely going to be missed by so many!
Let's go TRUMP 2024!!
Billy, you and your family are in my heart, thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just let me know.
Laura Martin
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Sandra was a special lady. Praying for her family during this sad time.
Brenda Aydelotte
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Billy & Debbie, I’m so sorry for your loss. I feel like I have know Sandra forever. She was my dad’s secretary at West Side and we went to church together. While she was at west she painted my mom, my sister and I a beautiful picture on a shingle . I still have it today. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ????
Betty Burge Cockrill
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I am so sorry to hear about Sandra. She and Bill have always been special people. My prayers are with your families.
Mary Hale
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
How I will miss my friend! Another from our class of '56. She and her husband were treasures and meant so much to so many. Sympathy to Billy and family.
Linda Jobe
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
My heart is broken for you, Billy Boyce and the whole family. Sandra was a very special friend to me, for many years. We worked in several social and charity organizations together....she made every hour seem like play with her fun personality and humor. Many great times and dinners in each other’s homes will never be forgotten.
May Our Loving Heavenly Father Hold and Comfort you during this terrible time. Much Love, Linda
Janet Tosh and Bill Estes
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
We are all so very heart broke to hear of Sandra's passing. We loved her and Bill deeply. Such wonderful souls to have had in our lives. Many prayers for the family.
Missy Carlile
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers Billy and Debbie and family. Seems like I’ve known Sandra all of my life, from West Elementary to Central Ave UMC. She will be missed!
Missy Carlile
Deloris Hook
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sandra, aka: Sister and Sandraclaus will be greatly missed in my life. I loved her and she loved me. I'm thankful for the laughs and fun we've had since 1983. I will cherish the memories!
Irma Carrigan
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sandra will be leaving a legacy behind like no other. Her love to others, giving of her time and talent.
I will always remember our many conversations regarding the love she had for her Dawson and Maddie Marie.
Sister Sandra will be greatly missed.