Richard A. Hughes

Richard A Hughes, age 69 of Wahoo, died at his home Monday, August 23, 2021. He was born in Wahoo on July 30, 1952 to Vernor and Ora (Arney) Hughes. Rick grew up in Wahoo and graduated from Wahoo High School. He was a fishing fanatic and spent countless hours at Fremont Lakes and other favorite fishing spots. He recently enjoyed a fishing expedition to Lake Wanahoo. Rick is survived by his wife Diane Victor-Hughes of Wahoo; children Jeremy Hughes of Council Bluffs, IA and Mary (John) Benak of Omaha; 13 grandchildren; sisters Dorothy Hughes of Wahoo, and Margaret (Donald) Picou of Periville, LA; brother-in-law Gary Cox; sister-in-law Diana Hughes. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Vernor Hughes; and sister Patricia Cox. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 31, 2021 from 5-7 pm at Pruss-Nabity Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to the family for later distribution.