Hughes Funeral Home

01/11/2026

In addition to our wide range of services and friendly staff, we strive to be a resource for our community.

Raise your "🖐️" if you have ever attended a service at our funeral home.

01/10/2026

Charles Robert Matheny

Chauncey - Charles Robert Matheny, 80, of Chauncey, died Friday, January 9, 2026 at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio. Born June 16, 1945, in Chauncey, Ohio, he was the son of the late Edward Leroy and Beatrice Juanita Rife Matheny. Charles was a 1964 graduate of Chauncey-Dover High School where he was a star athlete who would later be inducted into the Athens High School Hall of Fame. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish....

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01/10/2026

Cathy M. Carter

The Plains– Cathy M Carter, 78, passed away peacefully Jan.1, 2026 at Hickory Creek Nursing Center. Cathy was born July 22, 1947, daughter of the late John and Mildred (Casey) MacKay in Providence, Rhode Island. She was a 1966 graduate of East Providence High School. After High School she attended Johnson and Wales College in Providence. Cathy spent much of her adult life in Athens, Ohio. She moved back to Rhode Island in 1978. However, she and her two children...

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01/09/2026

If 2026 is the year to make every moment count, what’s one small thing you’ll do to cherish the people you love?

We’d love to hear your ideas. Your tip might inspire someone else to make this year extra meaningful.

01/07/2026

David E Hartinger

David Hartinger, 58 of Athens, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Marietta Memorial Hospital in Marietta. He was in comfort care in the end and passed away peacefully. Born September 15, 1967 in Athens, he was the son of the late Donald K. Douglas and Shirley L. Hartinger. David was an Athens consumer who HAVAR served for many years. He was an active member of The Gathering Place Board and HAVAR Board. He was an outspoken advocate for his...

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01/06/2026

What good thing in your life are you holding onto?

01/04/2026

Knowing that we can help ease the burden of a grieving family is just one of the many reasons why we are passionate about serving our community.

01/03/2026

Send us a message to learn how our services can be tailored to your family!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year, it's 2026! 🎉

How do you like to welcome the New Year these days?

12/31/2025

Janet Christine McGrath

Janet Christine McGrath, 61, of Athens, Ohio, passed away on December 30, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital, with her children by her side. She was the beloved daughter of Judy McFadden McClain and will be remembered for the warmth of her welcome, her fiery spirit, and the loyal love she poured into her family and community. Janet is survived by her children, Katie (Devin Landis) and Brody (Haley Hammond); the father of her children, Keith; her brother, Scott (Kim) McClain;...

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12/31/2025

As we turn the page to a new year, what do you want to carry with you or leave behind?
This season invites us to reflect, release, and renew.

May the year ahead bring comfort where it’s needed, laughter to your days, and love that surrounds you always.