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While a funeral is a time of sadness, it is also an opportunity for you to honor a life well lived. At Hughes Funeral Home and Crematory, our goal is to help you and your loved ones share cherished memories and comfort each other during your time of loss. We will assist you with creating a highly personalized funeral or memorial service that reflects the life of your loved one.
Our Grief Support page offers various resources to assist you, especially during this difficult time.
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Recent Tributes
James “Jim” Howell, Jr.
James “Jim” Marshal Howell, Jr., a native of Birmingham, AL and resident of Homewood, AL passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the age of 62. Jim was a 1982 graduate of W. A. Berry High School in Hoover, Alabama. Upon graduation he attended the...
Genie H. Tirey
Genie Harris Tirey, of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 5, 2026, at the age of 79. Genie was born on July 1, 1947, to John and Eugenia Harris in Opelika, Alabama. She grew up attending Beauregard School, where her father was...
Ann Ferguson
Mabel Ann McClammy Ferguson, a native of Uriah, AL and a resident of Spanish Fort, AL, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the age of 94. Ann was born on July 11, 1932, in Barnwell, AL to the late Wilbur and Hazel McClammy. Ann was a devoted wife, mother,...
Melvin Earl Almond
Melvin Earl Almond, a native of Memphis, TN and a resident of Daphne, AL, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026, at the age of 86. Melvin was born on June 4, 1940, in Sweet Home, Arkansas, to the late Melvin David Almond and Ethelda Pearl Almond. He is preceded in...
LTC (Retired) Lawrence Russell Dewey, Jr
LTC (Retired) Lawrence Russell Dewey, Jr., a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on September 24, 2026, at the age of 90. His service in the U.S. Army Aviation included 2 tours in Vietnam and continuous involvement with research and development in avionics. He...
Grace Emileigh Pratschner
Grace Emileigh Pratschner, a native of California and a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away at home on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the age of 24. Grace Emileigh lived as a creative, caring, loving, funky-styled daughter, sister and friend. She has...
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Our services will be exceptional, respectful, and affordable. We are confident that you will be completely satisfied with our services and facilities.
If however, for any reason you are not, that fee will be adjusted to your satisfaction.
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At your request, we will record and upload the funeral service of your loved one LIVE in real-time, making it easier for those family members who are out-of-town or otherwise unable to attend to view the life tribute of your loved one.
As always, it is our honor and privilege to serve you and your families.
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