Gordon William Hughes Jr., 87 of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on September 07, 2024 surrounded by his family at his home.

He was born in Cleveland County, NC, son of the Gordon William and Annette Ware Hughes, and was preceded in death by his brother, David Preston Hughes. Billy was a member of Dixon Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed staying busy and was a tireless worker. Billy worked in textiles, was a machinist, and a brick mason through the years. He was an avid outdoorsman and worked as a park ranger for a time at the South Carolina State Park in Clover. Billy also owned and operated Hughes Lawn Care with his brother for many years. He loved fishing, hunting and collecting arrowheads, anything that kept him outdoors. Billy enjoyed coastal fishing trips but most of all, he loved being home surrounded by his family. His family was always his priority and he enjoyed every moment he could spend with those he loved. A dedicated husband, loving father, and doting grandfather to 2 generations of grandchildren, Billy's support, understanding and love will be missed greatly by all those who knew him.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 16 years: Mary Ross Hughes
Children: Lesia Hughes Wilson (Fleete), Billy Gordon Hughes, Tina Hughes Bolin (Kenny)
Brother: Jackie Steven Hughes (Nancy)
Grandchildren: Brandon Bolin (Annie), Blake Bolin (Samantha), Fleete LaMont "Chip" Wilson II, and Casey Bolin
Great Grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Bransyn, Braedyn, Noel, and Raylen Bolin
Nieces: Christie Dresback (Aaron) and Heather Stevenson (Matt)
Great Niece: Isabelle Walton
Great Nephews: Gavin Stevenson and Jack and James Dresback
Step Children: Richard Evans (Cathy), Lisa Dishman (Roger), and Bobby Evans
Special Family Friend: Doris McGinnis Childers

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Billy's home located at 111 Hughes Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

A private Memorial Service will be held following the visitation


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