Harold William Hughes, 96, of Columbia, MO passed away July 31, 2021. A memorial service will be held 10:00 am Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 W, Columbia, MO 65202.
Harold was born May 14, 1925 in Columbia, MO to Robert and Alice (Tremine) Hughes. He married Charlotte Luiza, who precedes him in death. Harold served his country in the U.S. Navy for 4 years and later worked for the USPS for 30 years. He was also an active member of the VFW.
In addition to his wife and parents, Harold is preceded in death by his brother, Jessie; sister, Mary; son, Gregory, and niece, Dorothy Bummer.
Harold is survived by his son, Robert Sidney Hughes; siblings, Donald (Lorraine) Hughes and Robert “Bobby” (Wanda) Hughes. In addition to his siblings he is survived by Brian Hughes, Mark Hughes, Janice Kite, Kevin Kite, Carolyn Ivicfic, Charles Hughes, Julie Carlos, and Debbie Hendren.
Out of respect for the health and safety of those attending the memorial service, the family asks that you wear a mask while attending.