LOUNETTE HUGHES-HUSK
FEBRUARY 11, 2024, 78; a devoted mother, grandmother and friend, Lounette passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and loved ones. The Teague family’s youngest daughter of seven children is now reunited with her parents Tennis and Mattie Teague, siblings, Jimmy, Cleo, Herbert, Kenneth & Fay as well as with beloved granddaughter Shelby LaRene Simpson.
Lounette was born July 2, 1945, in Decatur, AL. From the beginning she expressed herself with grace and determination, passing those traits forward to her children. Lounette married Forrest Hughes who served in the USAF, and the family relocated many times. One significant location was Hawaii where a creative vein blossomed into the committed hobbies of oil/watercolor painting, fine jewelry & craftwork for the remainder of her life. She loved painting the crashing waves of the North Shore and collecting shells or large corals to make candles & necklaces. The islands calming beauty remained in her heart.
Living in Nebraska in the late 70’s, Lounette stood out as a pioneer by successfully becoming location and regional manager for several retail outlets over 25 years. Building relationships along the way at Standard Blueprint, Jaccards Jewelry, Fredericks of Hollywood and Keystone Drugstore. She then took on the challenge of becoming a Pharmacy Technician with Clarkson Hospital before retiring in 2003.
Lounette is survived by her brother Charles Teague (Evelyne Teague) her children, Lorraine Simpson and Forrest M. Hughes (Lee Ann Cooney), her grandchildren, Joshua Hughes, Alexandra Hughes, Walker Simpson & Wyatt Simpson. Also, her loyal companions Kiki & Hermoine.
Lounette was admired for her strength and spirituality; well known as a gracious Southern lady. She has left a void that could never be filled.
Lounette’s Celebration of Life Party will be held at Wine 121 at 12100 W. Center Road, Suite 905 on Sunday, March 3rd from 2-5 p.m. To honor Lounette, ladies please wear your pearls, real or faux it would be appreciated.
