Terry M. Hughey

COLUMBIA - Terry M. Hughey passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2023. The son of the late Lt. Col. Marvin H. Hughey (Ret) and Florence Alberta Blume Hughey. Terry was born on March 9, 1947. Terry shared the same birth date with his grandfather, John W. Blume, who turned 69 upon Terry’s birth. Terry's grandfather lived in Terry’s household until his death in 1975.

Terry is survived by his wife Diane of 52 years, his son Trevor M. Hughey and his daughter Tara Michelle Hughey. Granddaughter Jana Grace Thacker. His brothers, Marvin W. Hughey and his wife Roni, and Stanley H. Hughey and his wife Sandra.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. in Elmwood Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest next to his mother. Pallbearers will be David Busby, Bill Gabali, Glen Holden, Alex McIntosh, Win Hughey, and Dan Walker. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:30 p.m. prior to the service at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel.

Born in Columbia, Terry grew up in Forest Acres, and graduated from A.C. Flora High School and the University of South Carolina. He was an avid Gamecock fan and especially enjoyed attending away games with his son and wife tailgating with family and friends. Terry rejoiced in the 2010 season when the baseball team won the NCAA National Championship.

Terry was a lifelong Scouter. Being both a Cub Scout and a Boy Scout in his youth. Terry also served as an Assistant Scout Master when his son joined scouting. Terry also served in several capacities with Indian Waters Council and Etowah Creek. He was one of the first members of the Barstow Bears and a member of Muscogee Lodge. Terry also served on staff at the 1997 National Jamboree at A.P. Hill, Va.

Terry relished in his family roots and ancestral research. He was a member of both the Dutch Fork Chapter and the Columbia Chapter of the SC Genealogical Society. Terry acquired the Lyles-Hughey Cemetery in Newberry County and took great pride in its restoration and preservation. Terry always said this is an endeavor that will never end, Terry also took great pride in maintaining the gravesites of his great grandparents in Restland Cemetery in Bamberg. Terry was a member of the both the Sons of the Revolution and the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Terry was very proud of his southern ancestry.

Terry not only enjoyed his southern ancestry, but also his politics. He volunteered his time and service to many candidates in several local and statewide races. Terry served on the Irmo Town Council as well as served on the Board of the Harbison Community Association.

Terry retired from the Dept. of Natural Resources, of which he said his retirement was the best career move he ever made. "Every day was a Saturday". Terry was also associated with the State Newspaper for over 12 years, last serving as a District Manager of the Irmo /Chapin district.

Terrv’s greatest love was for his family. He was very proud of his children and their educational achievements and personal fulfillment. "I may not have always loved correctly or wisely, but I truly loved". Terry frequently closed his telephone conversations with the word, “Later”. Only he knew what it meant.

Memorials can be made to Riverland Hills Baptist Church or a charity of one's own choice.

Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com.