HughesFuneralHomes.com
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Hughes Funeral Homes
Contact
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- Herrin IL
- US 62948
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- (618) 942-3102
Description
History of Our Firm
Mitchell Hughes Funeral Home in Marion, IL dates to 1914. Through a series of owners who have devoted themselves to the care and concern of thousands of families in the Marion area, the firm evolved into one of the most successful homes in southern Illinois.
Mitchell Hughes completed a major renovation in February 1994 with the addition of 7,200 square feet. The ante-bellum structure with tall stately columns is comprised of red brick with three chapels, a large gathering room with a fireplace and family rooms throughout the two-story facility. The Casket Selection room has been re-carpeted and redecorated to better serve the families of Mitchell Hughes.
C.D. Ozment was the founder of the business in 1914. He was followed by Leonard Mitchell who married the Ozment's niece, Nellie. The Mitchell's owned the funeral home until his death in 1980. Larry G. Hughes, President and owner of Mitchell Hughes, did his apprenticeship and internship at Mitchell Funeral Home. He became part owner in 1970 and sole owner in 1982.
