Ervin E. Hughes, 86, Syracuse, passed away at 9:52 a.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at his home. He was born on Sept. 19, 1930 in Pike County, Ohio to William A. and Martha Hughes.

He attended school in Ohio and was married on Sept. 2, 1967 in Wise, Va. to Olive B. (Morse) Herrell who preceded him on Feb. 11, 2005. He moved to Syracuse area in 1968 from Ohio, retired from Fairmont Homes in Nappanee. He formerly worked in the coal mines in Virginia, was a truck driver for many years, and Coachman Trailer Company for several years.

He is survived by three brothers: denver Hughes, Jackson, Ohio; Donald Hughes, Cincinnati, Ohio; and Ronald Hughes, Ohio; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and six sisters.

Private family graveside services were held at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 12 in the Pattonsville Community Cemetery in Jackson, Ohio. Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S. Huntington St., Syracuse is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial bequest may be given to Donor’s Choice. To send condolences to the family in Mr. Hughes’ memory, please visit www.owenfamilyfuneralhome.com