James Wilbur Hughes

James “Wilbur” Hughes, age 80, of Valdosta, Georgia passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. He was born on October 24, 1943, in Valdosta, Georgia to the late George Wilbur and Onnie (Dasher) Hughes. Wilbur was an avid racecar fan, he loved working in his yard and keeping it up and was a lifelong member of Airport Church of Christ. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He also loved going out to eat with family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Alice Marie Hughes of Valdosta, Georgia; one son, Joey Peterson and wife Millie of Hahira, Georgia; five grandchildren: Sarah, Damian, Nicky, Jessica, and Brantley; sister, Mary Jane Kelley of Lake Park, Georgia; sister Barbara Roberts and husband Vance of Valdosta, Georgia; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, April 15, 2024, in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Valdosta, Georgia. Family will receive friends from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Music Funeral Services. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at www.musicfuneralservices.com . The Hughes family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta.