William James Hughes

William James Hughes, a resident of Cottonwood, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at his residence. He was 59. Funeral services will be held at 3 pm on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Harvest Church with Rev. Roy Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in Cottonwood City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church on Monday from 2-3 pm. Flowers are being accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Harvest Church or Dare to Hope, Inc., daretohope.net. William was born on October 14, 1960 in Georgia and lived in Cottonwood, AL most of his life. He graduated from Cottonwood High School in 1979 and worked as an electrician for many years. William was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed working on the family farm. He was a member of Harvest Church. He loved people and was loved by many. William is preceded in death by his parents, James A. and Sylvia Hughes. Survivors include his devoted wife of 30 years, Gia Hughes; his sons, Cory Hughes and Lucas Hughes; his brother, Paul (Debbie) Hughes; and several nieces, nephews and a host of extended family and friends. Burial Date February 10, 2020 Funeral services will be held at 3 pm on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Harvest Church with Rev. Roy Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in Cottonwood City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church on Monday from 2-3 pm. Flowers are being accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Harvest Church or Dare to Hope, Inc., daretohope.net.