James is survived by daughter Crystal Whelm; and daughter Amber Powers; sister Marilyn Gray, sister Cherie Ringle and brother Larry Hughes.
James was preceded in death by grandson Tommy Curry.
Mr. Hughes is also survived by 3 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 5 nieces and nephews, and 1 great niece.
A graveside service for James will be held Sunday, August 9, 2020 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Road, Gotha, FL 34734.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.woodlawnfuneralhomegotha.com for the Hughes family.