Schelia Marie Hughes

March 31, 1935 - January 12, 2013

Schelia Hughes, age 77 of Beaver Dam, died Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Hillside Manor.

In accordance with her wishes, there will be no services.

Schelia was born on March 31, 1935 in Indianapolis, IN to Gordon and Jeanne (Reynolds) Patterson and, later, moved to California with her family. On September 3, 1964, she was united in marriage with Earl K. Hughes in North Redondo Beach, California. Schelia held many jobs throughout her life but the most enjoyable was the last; she was a Park Ranger at Ledge Park in Horicon. She was a story teller throughout her life and she enjoyed socializing with the campers at the park and telling them of her family”s life adventures. Schelia had many interests including traveling, camping, riding motorcycle, animals, fishing, making afghans, crafting, and especially going to the casino.

Survivors include her husband, Earl Hughes of Beaver Dam; six children, Gordon (Melinda) Hughes of Juneau, Valery (Charles) Klossner of Beaver Dam, Ronnie (Maryann) Hughes of Venice, FL, Dave Hughes of Reedsburg, Fred (Carolyn) Hughes of Georgia, and Mike Hughes of California; six grandchildren, Samantha Klossner, Kirk (Brittany) Klossner, Aly Haslerud, Chet Haslerud, Rebecca Hughes, and Brandon Hughes; two great grandchildren, Colten Cowald and Arianna Klossner; her sister, Patty Parker; special friends, Marie and Robert Gernetzke; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Schelia was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Don Hughes, and her daughter, Mary Hughes.

If desired, memorials may be made to the family c/o Murray Funeral Home.

The Murray Funeral Home, 131 East Maple Avenue in Beaver Dam, is caring for the family. To leave condolences, for directions, or for other information, please visit our website at www.MurrayFH.com.

Schelia Hughes, age 77 of Beaver Dam, died Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Hillside Manor. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no services. Schelia was born on March 31, 1935 in Indianapolis, IN to Gordon and Jeanne (Reynolds) Patterson and, later, moved to California with her family. On September 3, 1964, she wasContinue Reading

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We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers for peace of understanding for the entire family. She was so FULL of life.

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To My Uncle Earl and Family: Our heartfelt Sympathy to you all. I was blessed on Sat to be able to stop in and see Aunt Schelia. So many wonderful memories I have. My your Journey Aunt Schelia be of peace and content. Love you

To Earl and the family. We shared many visits and memories during Shelia''s final journey. I always enjoyed my visits with Schelia and Earl over these past many months. We laughed together and prayed together. I am thankful for Schelia''s faith as well as the love she had for life. She knew that in her passing she would rest in the arms of her Lord. On behalf of the entire team at Hillside Homecare and Hospice, we offer our deepest condolences to Earl and all of the family. May God give you comfort in your time of loss... Pastor Ken

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