Doug Hughes, 76, of Thicket, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born to Leroy Hughes and Jettie Lea Loftin Hughes in Thicket, Texas September 1, 1944.
He was preceeded in death by his parents and son Bubba Hughes and brother Walter Hughes. Those left to cherish his memories are wife Lessie Hughes, daughter Daneen Oswalt and husband Randy of Thicket, step-son Brent Campbell and wife Kathlyn of Thicket. Grandchildren Amanda Parks and husband Mike of Thicket. Dena Louviere and Chuck of Mauriceville, Justin Hughes and wife Lacie of Hardin, Rachel Noack and husband Darrel of Thicket and Cross and Rylan Campbell of Thicket. Great-grandchildren Landon, Matthew, Arianna, Baylee, Daisy, MaKynsee and Carsyn. Brothers David Hughes and wife Mary, Roy Hughes and wife Rhonda, Chester Hughes, Jesse Hughes and wife Tracie. Sisters Judy Rulon, Bobbie East and husband Bryan, Tammie Rogers and husband Leslie, Penny Brown and husband Kent and sister-in-law Laura Hughes. Numerous nieces and nephews that loved him dearly.
Doug was a retired Oilfield Consultant; he was respected by many in the industry. He was a very loving man who always gave from his heart. He will be missed by those who knew him.
A service of remembrance will be held on Friday, October 9, 2020, at 2:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church of Saratoga with Reverend Frank Aragon and Reverend Tolbert Hudspeth officiating. Interment will follow at Felps cemetery in Thicket.
There will be a gathering of family and friends on Thursday, October 8, 2020, also at the First Baptist Church of Saratoga starting at 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.
Honoring Doug Hughes as pallbearers will be Landon Ashwell, Matthew Ashwell, Cross Campbell, Justin Hughes, Mike Parks, Chuck Riley, and Darrel Noack. Honorary pallbearers are Bunky McMahon and Orville Davis.