Hughes Funeral Home

06/01/2026

Grief can show up in unexpected ways, and for many men, it can be even harder to recognize when it's been a lifetime of being told to push it down.

Men's Health Month is a reminder that strength isn't silence. Allowing yourself to feel, to sit with sadness, loss, or pain, takes more courage than carrying it alone.

Every emotion has a place, and yours are no different. You deserve the space to grieve, to heal, and to be human.

Tag a man in your life who you would like to send this gentle reminder to.

05/29/2026

If this season feels heavy instead of hopeful, you’re not alone. What nourishes you on the tough days?

Spring is a season of growth and renewal. Just like a flower, sometimes we need gentle care and patience to bloom.

05/27/2026

No two days look exactly the same at Ewing, Hughes, & White Funeral Homes, but every day is rooted in care. Whether we’re preparing a service, supporting a family, or simply listening, our team is here for the moments that matter.

We’re also proud to offer a dedicated grief center, providing support and resources for those navigating loss.

Have questions? Send us a DM, and we will help guide you.

05/26/2026

Kathleen Embrey

Athens - Kathleen Rose (Swan) Gross D’Augustino Embrey, 79, of Athens, passed away peacefully, Monday, May 25, 2026 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus. She was born March 5, 1947, in Schenectady, New York, to Eugene Raymond and Helen Virginia (Kirk) Swan Kathy was truly a unique individual who lived true to who she was whether anyone else approved or not. With her spirited temperament she really did give life a good ride. Growing up in a large family, her nickname...

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05/26/2026

Mary Carsey

Athens - Mary Carsey, 85, of Athens, died Friday, May 23, 2026, at O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens. Born April 18, 1941, in Sinaloa, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Wilbur and Barbara Barber Hayes. Mary graduated from Independence High School in Missouri before migrating to Athens, Ohio. She worked for many years at O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens where she was one of first X-ray Technicians. She is survived by one sister, Francis Campbell; one nephew Tommy...

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05/25/2026

Today, we honor the loved ones who sacrificed their lives for the protection and safety of our country. For this Memorial Day, please take a moment of silence to remember those who fought for us.

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05/22/2026

"The service was beautiful, exactly what they would have wanted."

You can give your loved ones that peace-of-mind by planning ahead. It ensures that your funeral service honors your beliefs, passions, and values.

05/20/2026

Carol Hart

Millfield - Carol Hart, 82, of Athens, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at her residence. Born November 17, 1943, in Athens, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Letha Scott Heightland. Carol is survived by two daughters, Betty (Greg Smith) Smith and Lisa Hart; three sons, James (Tammy) Hart, Larry (Lisa) Hart and Michael (Brittany) Hart; fifteen grandchildren; twenty-nine great grandchildren; five great great grandchildren and one sister, Kathleen (Curtis) Rutter. Besides her parents, she was...

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05/20/2026

We come in early and leave late, because the families we serve deserve our full attention, our full care, and our full team. We never take shortcuts when it matters most.

05/18/2026

Our pets are more than companions—they’re family. 🐾
That’s why we’re proud to offer compassionate pet services that honor their life, love, and the special place they hold in your heart.

When the time comes, we’re here to help you say goodbye with the same care and dignity we provide every family we serve.

Call us anytime at (740) 592-6666.