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Obituary For Carolyn Hughes
Carolyn Hughes, 75, of Phenix City, AL passed on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. EST, Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Franchise Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. Raymond Cochran, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Evening Sunset Memorial Gardens, Phenix City, AL. Visitation is 1 - 5 p.m. EST Friday, November 21, 2025.
Carolyn Thomas Hughes was born November 24, 1949, in Columbus, GA. She was the daughter of the late Eddie and Katie Mae Thomas.
Carolyn confessed Christ at an early age and joined Franchise Missionary Baptist Church in Phenix City, AL. She was a member of Franchise Missionary Baptist Church Choir, and she was a dedicated member of the Young Matrons.
Carolyn graduated from South Girard High School in 1968. She worked as a photo printer at Columbus Color Lab in Columbus, GA. She went on to pursue a career with the Phenix City Public School System more than 20 years as a devoted paraprofessional. She worked at Susie Allen Elementary School and, afterward, she transferred to Phenix City Headstart, where she retired.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her father and mother, Eddie and Katie Mae Thomas; sister, Mary Frances Cox; and brother, Edward Thomas.
Carolyn’s love for her husband, children, and grandchildren was undeniable. She enjoyed family gatherings, talking on the phone to her siblings and friends, shopping, going out to eat, traveling, and Franchise Missionary Baptist Church. Carolyn was a person you could call on for genuine advice and guidance. If you confided in her, you could have peace of mind that she would not tell anyone. She would give you the look if she was not pleased about something. Carolyn was a sweet soul and touched many people during he journey. Caroly will be missed and remembered always.
Carolyn leaves to cherish memories of her: a devoted husband, Harry Hughes; her daughter, Kimberly Hughes; her son, Ivan (Kristen) Hughes; grandchildren, Ikeyla (Jon) McLaughlin, Jerrean Hughes, and Kaden Hughes; two sisters, Ronella (James) Mitchener, and Pamela Thomas; sisters-in-law, Vivian Thomas, Patricia Hughes, Earkia Wilson, and Vickie Hughes; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends; and extended family members, Mary Nell Carter and N. Lorraine Potter.
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Stacey Hornsby Williams sent Serene Lily Basket for Carolyn Hughes - November 20, 2025
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You were the best wife, mother and friend that God created for our family.❤️ Mom, you will be forever in our hearts. I will cherish the time and memories that God allowed you to create with us. We miss you so much MOM! ❤️ Love Kimberly
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Your family is on my heart. Wishing you comfort, connection, and gentle healing as you honor Mrs. Hughes's life. May God's love surround your family and bring you peace. My deepest condolences.
My deepest condolences to the Hughes Family. Sorry for your loss😔. Carolyn was a wonderful person. I met her when I was very young bride. We would always meet at the laundry Matt. When ever we see each, we give that special look, and no one knew what it meant, but us!❤️ I will always remember what she told me as a young mother, and treasure those words like a piece of gold!❤️ For the family, I pray God give y'all comfort and strength to travel through journey of sorrow 🙏🏽😔 Rest my friend, no more pain...God knew it was time for you to come home to rest 😭🙏🏽 Love Linda&Jessie Gamble
So sorry to hear of your transioning. 🙏 to your family. Will always remember our elementary school years.
Condolences to the Hughes Family. Mrs Carolyn and I worked together at the Headstart. She has gained her wings now "JOB WELL DONE"❤️
My condolences to the family. I worked with Carolyn, at Susie Allen Elementary, Beautiful and caring person.
Praying for you all, Ikey, Kim, and Mr. Hughes...Mrs. Hughes will be truly missed; she was a sweet lady. RIP Mrs. Hughes! God has gained a special Angel!
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So sorry for ur loss my condolences to the family
My condolences to the family. Mrs. Hughes and I work together at Head Start for many years. JoAnn Croney
Losing Carolyn is hard but knowing that she is at peace is comforting
My condolences to our family and friends. Carolyn was a kind beautiful person inside and out person, you will be truly missed. Love always, Tee Cee 🩷
Condolences to Hughes family and friends. We was more than neighbors, family and friends, gonna miss sitting on the front porch during the spring and summer or @ the backyard fence. GOD has called one of his angles to be with Him. You know we gonna watch out for Harry, Kimberly and Ivan. Rest well.
The Hughes Family, Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Carolyn. Her love and guidance will forever be a part of our lives and her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. And we did just that "LOVED unconditionally ".
Harry and family, I send my sincere condolences and prayers to you❤️
Carol will be missed.. always had something nice to say
To the Thomas family my extended family and The Hughes family. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Carolyn.My heart is broken Carolyn and I were close. I loved her and I'm going to miss out talks and her checking on me when I did not feel well or getting on to me when I did not want to follow Dr's orders.I'm praying for all of us.Sleep well my dear sister.
My condolences to the Hughes family. I really miss you my friend . Love you all . Betty Kimbrough & Family
My deepest condolences to the Hughes family. I will truly miss her. My friend Carolyn, love you. Loretta Howell
My deepest condolences. One of the sweetest people I've ever met.Marsha Preer
❤️ The Hearts of the Central High School Class of 1973 are filled with much love and compassion for our dear classmate Pamela Thomas and the Hughes family during this time of sadness. May the love of God enfolds you all during your journey though grief. Sleep well, Carolyn 🌹
Condolences to the family 🙏🏾🙏🏾
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