Scott Hughes, 73, of Rutherfordton, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at his home. A native of Rutherford County, Scott was a son of the late George and Mary Evelyn Hamrick Hughes. Scott started at Parton Lumber Company 49 years ago as a welder and worked his way up to Vice President of the company. He considered Carl Parton as a second father and Furman and Patrick Parton as the sons he never had. Scott was also a member of the National Guard for seven years.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 55 years and the love of his life, Sandra Dalton Hughes; daughters Jacqueline Hughes Champion and husband Scott, Jessica Hughes Adkins and husband Aaron; granddaughters, Madison Gardinier and Aspen Adkins; grandson Jaxon Gardinier. In addition to his parents, Scott was preceded in death by his brother, Terry Hughes.
Scott enjoyed Longhorns, fishing, fast cars, beautiful women, football, Washington Redskins, cutting horses, his family and his precious dog, the late Sparkie. He was always entertaining his family and friends with his witticisms such as “if you’re gonna be dumb you better be tough”. People would ask Scott how he was doing during his 11 years of battling cancer and he would always reply, “better than I deserve.” Scott Hughes was one of a kind and will be missed by all who knew him.
Memorial services will be held 2 PM Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Crowe’s Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 12PM until 2 PM prior to the service.
Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com
Crowe’s Mortuary is assisting the Hughes family.