John Reynolds Hughes, 80, of Bastrop, Texas, formerly of Kyle, Texas, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on October 3, 2018. He is survived by his wife Donna along with his children. John R Hughes, Jr and wife Sally, Arthur L Hughes and wife Moana, Dawn Moers and husband Richard Moers III. Grandchildren Nicole Ohlendorf (Ryan), Courtney Bukowski (Beau), Samantha Ireland (Dan), John Hunter Hughes (Shelby), Justin Hughes, Megan Harp, Allison Harp, Russell Moers, Ryan Moers and 5 great grandchildren and “adopted” son David Kallfelz (Tonya).
John R was preceded in death by his parents Emery and Katherine Hughes, brother Emery Jr. and son Charles Hughes.
John R was born and raised in Austin, Texas on October 8, 1937. He was named after his great uncle Captain John R Hughes a Texas Ranger with Company D.
John R was a local Heavy Civil General Contractor who began his career working for Zachry. He helped build the underground infrastructure in Austin by working on projects for the City of Austin that spanned his 60 year career.
A rosary will be held at 7:30 pm Sunday, Oct. 7th at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church at 801 N Burleson St, in Kyle, TX. Visitation will be held 9:00 am Monday Oct. 8th followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 am at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Burial will be held at Assumption Cemetery in Austin, TX. A reception will follow at the St. Anthony’s parish hall.
John R will be deeply missed by his family. He never knew a stranger and helped anyone in need. He had a strong dedication to his Catholic faith. He will be fondly remembered and forever loved by his family and those he held dear.
Please visit www.Harrellfuneralhomes.com to share a fond memory, photograph, or condolence with John’s family on his On-line memorial site.
Funeral assistance provided by Harrell Funeral Home 1715 Kirby Lane, Kyle, TX 78640 (512) 268-8200