Hugh C. Acuff, age 78, of Byhalia, MS, passed away on August 11, 2013 of a heart attack. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Brantley Funeral Home in Olive Branch, MS. Allan Lunyou of New Beginnings Baptist Church, Olive Branch, MS, will be officiating. Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at Brantley Funeral Home. Burial will follow the funeral service Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at Byhalia Cemetery in Byhalia, MS. Hugh was born in Memphis, TN on September 16, 1934. He was married to Ruby Floyd on April 22, 1972; they were married 41 years. Hugh is survived by his wife Ruby, and five children: David Acuff, Terrie Grenier, Cheryl VanSuchtelen, Tammy Sanchez and Susan Riley. He also is survived by a brother John Acuff as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Online condolences may be made at www.BrantleyFuneral.com