When you think of Brad, you cant help but smile, because thats what he did.   He always brought levity to a situation and was a friend to all.   You will be missed my friend.

- Kai -

Hughes was the epitome of a brother and an Aggie.  He absolutely would have done anything for any of us without any hesitation.  That laugh and positive spirit was infectious at A&M and in the years that followed.  I still enjoyed seeing that grin at football games as former students.  The world lost a bright light and those of us that called him friend will not be the same because of his absence.  I look forward to seeing him again when my journey on earth is complete.  Rest easy friend.

We will truly miss Brad.  His selfless contributions to Texas A&M entrepreneurship activities have reached many students.

This world will not be the same without Brad Hughes.  He will be missed tremendously by so many of us that knew him.  Rest in peace dear friend.

Hughes, as he was affectionately known to our pledge class of the Fall '91, was a gentleman of the finest character. You could always count on him to bring his contagious laugh in whatever situation we found ourselves. Reflecting back on my years spent in Aggieland, I would have to say Hughes never forgot that being an Aggie was a lot bigger than a fraternity. It transcended into the work world post graduation. I had the pleasure of doing business with him during his 20 plus year banking career. He was honest, straight forward, and dependable. I will miss him deeply, but know that we will see each other again in God's kingdom. Lighting your candle on April 21, 2016, bro!

Chris Caudill
Fighting Texas Aggie Class of 1995

Every moment that I've thought about Brad the past few days has made me laugh and/or smile.  He was such a fun guy to be around and was so friendly to everyone he knew and met.  Praying for his family.  Brad will be missed.

It strikes me that most these messages, and all of my memories are filled with Brad's characteristic and contagious grin.  I hope we never forget that.
Rest easy, brother.

I will always remember Brad as a brother that had one of the most kind and genuine of hearts.  Brad brought joy to everyone's path he crossed.  I wish he could pass more people's paths, the world would be a better place.

The news of Brad's passing is so sad. It is a reminder that we must live each day to the fullest as our time here is so precious. We must cherish the memories that we had of him both at FHS and TAMU.  My condolences to his family, especially for his children who will miss having their Dad in their lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will light a candle for Brad when we have Aggie Muster here in Pittsburgh. Gig'em!

You will always be a great friend and brother. Your Friendswood friends will always be with you. You mean everything to us. God Bless you. Godspeed. We love you Brad.

My thoughts and prayers to Brad's family and friends. I met Brad through all the Friendswood guys..Kirklin, Cobb, Boone, etc.. while living in Houston. It was only a handful of times over the years that I saw him but everytime I got a "Hey Miller" and a big smile like I knew him forever. Great guy and saddened by his passing.

I was saddened to learn of Brad's death. I will always remember him as one of the kindest, friendliest and most upbeat people I knew at A&M. His zeal for life was contagious and he lifted the spirits of everyone around him. May God comfort his family during this time.

Brad was such a good friend.  I had the patience  and pleasure to assist in teaching him golf and he would always say ... "RAT,  I am beating you today" and after the first couple of holes we just played golf, laughed and enjoyed being with our friends.  I will miss you Brad- save me a tee time!

So sorry to hear about Brad's passing.  We had some great days playing golf in Houston back in the day.  We were equally terrible then.  You will be missed.

We remember Brad with grateful hearts and celebrate the joy he brought to others.  May God's grace bring comfort and peace to Brad's family.

We remember Brad with grateful hearts and celebrate the joy he brought to others. May God's grace bring comfort and peace to Brad's family.

I don't have the words.  But I can hear you saying, "Wellborn, you don't have anything smart to add...".  No my friend I do not, I'm just saddened.  

Gig'em & God Bless,
RW

Words can not express how saddened I was to hear of Brad's passing.  My thoughts and prayers are with Brad's family at this time, and in the future.  Brad was an amazing light in this world and he will be missed by all those who were honored and lucky enough to be his friends and family.  Rest in peace dear friend.

Rest easy Brad, we will remember you fondly.  You will truly be missed brother.

Prayers for the family and Brad's children. These were some thoughts I shared with friends after hearing the news about Hughes. 

My initial exposure to Hughes was as a naive freshman pledge, and that often involved some energized renditions of head-shoulders-knees-and-toes. At the time, I barely knew him, but he would always throw an arm around my shoulder to chat. From there on, it was always an arm around the shoulder to catch up, typically with that big grin on his face. I think we all like to feel seen and appreciated, and Hughes gave that out so generously.  He will be missed.

You will be greatly missed my brother.  May the peace and presence of God be with your family.  Our prayers are with you.

OBITUARY

Stephen Bradley Hughes

20 March, 1972 – 22 November, 2015

Forest Park East Cemetery

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