Jewell Annette Hughes

MADISON- Jewell Annette Kennedy Hughes, age 81, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2015, at Fountain Head Homes. She was born on Sept. 14, 1934, in Baker, Florida, the daughter of Alex and Ruth (Steele) Kennedy. Jewell married Robert O. Hughes on March 25, 1951 in Baker, Florida. She attended the Escambia Farms School. Jewell was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was co-owner of Professional Garment Centre for 25 years and owner of Madison Surgical Appliance Center. Jewell loved to sew, cook, and enjoyed gardening. She loved spending time with her family. Jewell is survived by her daughter, Diane (Phillip) of Layton, Utah; sons, Robert (Joe) of Chicago and Mike (Julie) of Madison; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert O. Hughes; and daughter, Dixie A. Rees. Funeral services will be held at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS, 5602 Irongate Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2015, with Bishop Brian Phillips presiding. Burial will follow at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will take place at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015. The family wishes to thank Fountain Head Homes for the extraordinary care given to our mother the last few months of her life. Also a special thank you to David, Karen and Teresa White for the special care and love you gave to Mom. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420