Charles Hughes

Charles E. “Butch” Hughes, 83, of Slaughters, KY, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 after a lengthy illness at his residence.
He was born December 23, 1941, in Evansville, IN to the late Denver Hughes and Virginia Monroe Whitledge. He was also preceded in death by his infant daughter, Tonia Beth Hughes.
Butch served in the US Navy during the Vietnam war. He spent most of his career in the coal mining industry. After leaving the mines, he took up the business as a brick mason, bricking numerous houses and various projects in the local and nearby areas. Bird hunting and fishing were his favorite hobbies, along with vegetable gardening. He attended Calhoun Christian Church and was a previous member of the Second Baptist Church in Providence.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Peggy Corum Hughes and one brother-in-law, John Corum of Calhoun.
A private graveside service will be held at White Oak Cemetery in Clay, KY.