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Francis Thomas Hughes, 72, passed away unexpectedly at his home November 21, 2021.

Francis was born December 29, 1949 in Steubenville, OH, son of the late Thomas and Jean Moore Hughes.

He received his Bachelors degree from Kent State University and was employed with Baker Industries as a Surveyor for a number of years prior to his retirement. Francis was a car enthusiast, and enjoyed building and restoring automobiles with his good friend Jack.

Francis is survived by three sisters, Judith (Daniel) Reiss of Ashburn, VA, Patricia K. Hughes of Alexandria, VA, Mary D. Hughes-Sebring of Herndon, VA; his good friend Jack Huling of Negley as well as two nieces.

He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Ann "Pocahontas" Hughes in 2017.

A private family service will be held at his home at a later date.