In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by two brothers, Billy Joe Hughes and Charlie Hughes. Survivors include a nephew, Marty Hughes of Star City; a niece, Carri Hughes Langley (Mike) and two great nieces, Corri and Calli Langley of Grapevine; and a sister-in-law, Donna Hughes of Monticello.
Although forced into retirement due to her illness in 2018, Ms. Betty was well-known for her work ethic. During her lifetime, mostly working two to three jobs at a time, most residents of Monticello encountered Ms. Betty at some point whether they knew her by name or not. In addition to full time employment at Leisure Lodge and then in the Forestry Building at the University of Arkansas at Monticello, Betty also worked the snack bar at the Monticello Drive-In Movie Theater, as a carhop at the original Breaker location, at the old Drew Theater, and Timberlodge Lanes. Chances are that if you got a snack and a drink while on a date or out with friends in Monticello between 1970 and 2000, it was likely prepared carefully by Ms. Betty Hughes. For many, many years, the first two weeks of deer season, it was Ms. Betty's joy to cook for ''her guys'' at Pevey's Deer Camp. She loved her friends and family deeply, but as her mobility declined, she turned to her beloved trio of dachshunds for companionship. She was a member of Rose Hill Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 27, 2022, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Rose Hill Cemetery Association. You can sign Betty's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
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Brooke Jackson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 1, 2023 I remember very well when I was growing up. I have not seen her in a long time. It was good to see her again one last time.Dennis Wells
Springdale, AR Tuesday, August 30, 2022 Betty was a very nice person. Always smiling and having a good time. She will be missed. Dennis WellsSharon Hoppers Barnes
Naples, FL Tuesday, August 30, 2022 Betty was a good friend in school. She was sweet and had a smile everyday. One of the nicest people you’d ever meet. Rest in Peace, dear Betty.Becky Peacock Wright
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 27, 2022 Betty was a dear friend to my mom Shirley Peacock they sure enjoyed each other's company may she rest in peace my mom loved herJudy Howard
Monticello, AR Friday, August 26, 2022 Betty you will be missed by many including myself your smile would always brighten anyones day. Praying for your family.May you rest in peace. Your home now!
Your friend,
Judy
Pam Allen
Monticello, AR Friday, August 26, 2022 Betty and I grew up in together at Rose Hill Cumberland Presbyterian church. Her fun sense of humor always kept everyone smiling and laughing. She touched many lives with that smile and her kind words. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.Denise Adams
Monticello, AR Friday, August 26, 2022 Such a sweet person. I met her through Rose Hill Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Her mother was a faithful member. Later, she cooked for the Pevey Hunting Club. My husband was a member. He enjoyed her cooking the first week of deer hunt for many years. And he enjoyed her sweet personality. She always had a smile.Jacob Adcock
Rogers, AR Friday, August 26, 2022 Sad to hear about Betty, she and and Charlie were always very outgoing and fun to be around. As a kid I remember very well her smiling face at the concession stand at the Drive-in…who knows how lives she touched with her smile and a bag of popcorn? Bless her!John Dennis
Thibodaux, LA Thursday, August 25, 2022 Ms Betty was a great lady and a good friend. I met Ms Betty when I began working in the School of Forestry in 2013. My mornings at work always began with her stopping by my office to check in on me and ask about my son and how I was doing. I miss those mornings and I'll miss her friendly laugh. She'll be missed and I'm thankful that I was able to meet and know her.