Willie Frank Hughes Obituary

“ For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.” (II Corinthians 5:1, KJV)

Remembering Frank...

Willie Frank Hughes was born June 29, 1948, to the late Eugene and Gladys Hughes.

He confessed a hope in Christ at the age of twelve at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Piperton, Tennessee. With diligence and valor, he served as a member of the choir and as a faithful deacon. He later joined the New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, where he passionately served on the Usher Board making members & visitors feel welcome in the house of the Lord.

Frank graduated from Melrose High School in 1966 and joined the United States Army. He continued to serve his country as a member of the United States Coast Guard Reserves. He worked as a Security Officer for the Clifford Davis Federal Building for a number of years and retired from the United States Postal Service.

In 1972, he united in Holy Matrimony with the late Helen Johnson-Hughes.

They built a wonderful life together and traveled to many places. They also enjoyed making meaningful memories with family and friends by hosting social gatherings.

Frank departed this life on February 18, 2021. He will be remembered most for his faithful service to his church, his devout love for family holidays!

To cherish his legacy, he leaves a son, Giuliani Edward Rubin; one Brother, Larry Hughes (Wilma); one sister, Debra G. Reed (Paul), a dear aunt, Bonnie Hudson; three nieces: Adrianne Fleming, Sabrina Walker, and Erica Hughes; three nephews: Michael Hughes, Brandon Reed, and Brian Reed; godchildren: Byron D. Walls, LaToja D. Walls, Martavius Jones, Herbert Kneeland, Jr., Kyra Banks (Gabe), and Pat Dixon III, and a host of other relatives and friends whose lives he impacted in a loving way.

Memorial Service Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Two O’clock in the Afternoon West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery

Procession The Family of Wille Frank Hughes Scripture and Prayer Pastor Michael Hughes Solo Words of Comfort Pastor Paul K. Reed Armed Services Ceremony Committal Benediction/Recessional

Words of Gratitude Our thanks are many, though words are few For the thoughtfulness of friends like you.

For all of the kindness you have shared, and the loving expressions which show you cared.

Today and always, may God above Enfold you in his arms of Love.

Our family wishes to express sincere thanks to all of the healthcare providers who helped manage Frank’s medical and physical needs since November 2020.

Memphis V A Medical Center Parkway Rehabilitation Facility Regional One Hospital Signature Healthcare Saint Francis Hospital Methodist University Hospital To the medical personnel who assisted with his care when we couldn’t be there due to COVID-19 restrictions, blessings to you for standing in the gap with and for us. ~ The Family of Willie Frank Hughes ~

To Our Beloved Brother “Good night my brother. I’ll see you in the morning! Love you much! ~ Larry “Frank, my peace is in knowing you’re free and I’ll see you again. Heaven belongs to you!!! Love you brother!” ~ Debra

Arrangements Entrusted To E. H. Ford Mortuary Services 3390 Elvis Presley Boulevard s Memphis, TN 38116 s (901) 345-9558