Polly Jean Hughes, 83, of Collinsville, Texas was called home to her Lord and Savior Jesus on Tuesday, January 15, 2020.
Polly was born on December 31, 1936 in Pilot Point, Texas and adopted to Felix Cooper and Mary Katherine (Thomas) Mullins. A member of First Baptist Church of Collinsville, she remained very involved with her church for as long as she was able. Polly was a nurse for over thirty years and served as House Supervisor of skilled nursing for Wilson N. Jones Hospital in Sherman. She loved to travel and was considered a world traveler and adventurer, having been to all fifty states and to many European countries. She had traveled to Egypt on three different occasions. She had a passion for archeology and was able to indulge it with all her travels. Polly was a very loving and compassionate woman, one who loved and adored her family and friends.
She is survived by her husband, Royce Hughes of Collinsville, daughter, Donna Lynn Gressett of Collinsville, daughter, Misty Jean Hughes of Collinsville, son Royce Gregg Hughes of Sherman, sister, Dola Russell of Plano, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, as well as numerous loving family and friends.
Polly was preceded in death by her parents, Felix and Katherine Mullins and daughter, Patricia Kay Beshears.
Funeral services in honor of Polly will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, January 17, 2020 at Meador Funeral Home of Whitesboro, officiated by Rev. Jerry Davis. Interment will follow at Collinsville Cemetery.
We loved Polly and Royce. They are such great people. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Royce in this difficult time
Donna I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother! I remember we had lots of good times at your house in our youth! Your parents were always nice to me! I am sorry I can not attend tomorrow service but I want to know I am there in spirit! Love you , Shari
Polly and Royce Wayne were my parents friends and we grew up with the Hughes kids. I have many fond memories of all of them. My wedding features their wine. They will always hold a dear place in mine and my sister’s childhood memories. Blessings and peace be with you all.
I am so sorry to hear of Polly’s passing and that I am so late expressing my condolences – just saw her obituary.
There are a lot of good memories made in our little area of Collinsville.