Robert Olin Hughes, Jr., 73, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2024. He was born on November 17, 1950, the son of Robert Sr. and Edith “Deanie” (Thomas) Hughes, in Gladwin. He was a former trucker, which he enjoyed. He later moved on to open a tree removal service of his own, "Trees Extracted."
Robert was a proud Vietnam veteran and was a dedicated member of the VFW, which held great significance for him. He was also well-known for his love of animals. He was a good friend and Uncle. He was always there when a loved one called. To cut down a tree, help skin a deer or to pull you out if you got stuck somewhere. Everyone knew he was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He is survived by his sister, Randa Hughes; aunts Margaret Hughes, of Traverse City and Nora "Jean" Hughes of Beaverton; nephews Rusty (Lorena) Bodnar, TJ Jimenez, Bobby (Rachel) Jimenez, and Daryn (Rachel) Studebaker; nieces Joleen Hansen, Erica "Jeanie" Hansen, and Jacqueline Hansen; a beloved great-niece, Kirstyn (Trevor) Trudell, along with many other great-nieces and nephews, his close cousin, Karl McKimmy and many extended family members.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Sr. and Deanie, sister, Janet Hansen Studebaker, and nephew Robert W. Bodnar.
Funeral Services will take place on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 12:00 P.M. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Gladwin. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home.
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