Roy Edward Hughes

   Roy was born on December 29, 1937, in El Paso, Texas to father Roy Earl Hughes and mother Leona Coleman Hughes. As the youngest of four sons, Roy was raised in Big Spring, Texas where he met and married his wife, Karen and subsequently started their family. He received a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University and went on to have a 37-year career with Fina Oil & Chemical.

   Roy lived a rich life enjoying time with his family and friends. He was an active member of his church community that included serving as a Deacon and later as an Elder. He also had an unequivocal love of sports including golf and football…go Texas Aggies & Cowboys!

   Roy was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He leaves a great legacy in the lives of all who knew him well.

   Roy is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Karen Hughes of Wilmington, NC; three children: Stephen Hughes of Ft. Worth, TX; Kenda Walter and her husband Joseph Walter of Wilmington, NC; Amanda Hughes of Austin, TX; and two granddaughters: Rachel Grace Walter and Karen Frances Walter of Raleigh, NC. Roy was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers Dennis, James and Jerry Hughes.

   A Celebration of Life for Roy is planned for 2pm on Tuesday, September 13th at Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, NC. All are invited to attend. A reception will follow immediately afterwards. For those unable to attend in person, the service will also have a live stream which can be accessed through the following link- https://youtu.be/NhnbpWNho8o

   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 or Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church 800 Piner Road Wilmington, NC 28409.

   Please sign the online Guestbook at www.andrewsmortuary.com