Thomas William Hughes

1924 - 2013

Thomas William Hughes obituary, 1924-2013, Dallas, TX

BORN

1924

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Sparkman-Crane Funeral Home

10501 Garland Road

Dallas, Texas

Thomas Hughes Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 1, 2013.

Born February 7, 1924 in Sioux City, Iowa and died April 30, 2013 in Dallas at age 89. Tom was an attorney, rancher, member of the Knights of Columbus and WWII veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps where he served with Carlson's Raiders. He has been a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church since 1957 and served as a scout leader and past president of the Men's Club. Survived by wife of 67 years, Jinx; children, Steve, Sally, Tom, Mary, Mike and John; 17 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and one brother, Nick Hughes. Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Thursday, May 2, 2013 with a rosary at 7PM at the funeral home. Funeral Mass 11AM Friday, May 3, 2013 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3030 Gus Thomason Road in Dallas. Committal services are scheduled for 1PM Thursday, May 9, 2013 at the DFW National Cemetery in Dallas.

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May 7, 2013

Tom and Leta Kreminski

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

May 4, 2013

Cindy Flusche

On behalf of the Karl Flusche Family:

Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Tom. He was such a wonderful man to be around and talk with. I know Karl loved hearing of his war stories over a good martini. To Jinx, Sally and family our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please take comfort in knowing that Tom is having a blast with Don, Donnie, Karl and so many others who have passed before him.

Sending strength and prayers your way.

May 3, 2013

Bill & Marylyn Koch

Marylyn and I are saddened to learn of Tom's death. I believe Tom & Jinx were among the first we met when we moved into the neighborhood and joined St. Pius in the early 60's. And we have cherished their ongoing friendship. We'll keep you in our prayers and may God's peace be with you.

May 3, 2013

Mary Winkler Greiner

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

May 3, 2013

John & Dora

We were neigbors for many years. We will dearly miss Mr Hughes. he was always there to help the community.

May 2, 2013

We are so sorry to lose Tom as a part of our community "family" and our hearts are full of love for Jinx and the children.

John and Ellen Childress and the members of Truett Area Crime Watch

May 2, 2013

Chaplain Al Taylor

To Senior Corporal Thomas Hughes and family- I wish you God's peace, grace and strength during this time of great loss in the passing of your grandfather. My prayers are with you and your family.
Chaplain Al Taylor
Southeast Patrol Division

May 2, 2013

I love you Grandpa. I know your Marine Corps buddies are happy to have you home. Semper Fi. Family, here is a memorial site— http://thomashughes.remembered.com/

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