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Kenneth Ray Hughes

Roland, AR

April 28,1955 – September 21, 2025

Ken wore many hats throughout his life. He was an automotive whiz and master carpenter/craftsman. He hand-crafted unique pieces that were enjoyed by many. He, along with his brothers, nephew and friends cut logs and built a log cabin on his property in Pulaski County. This was supposed to be a temporary residence until he built a “real” home. A wreck changed all that and he, along with his family lived there until his death.

Ken loved the Lord, he loved a good joke, and he never turned down a PBR. 

He is survived by his wife, Ellen (Quandt), children, John Hughes (Jessica), Arian and Anna Robnett, and Jason Hughes (Casey) and Rebecca Robnett Sandoval (Jeff).  He is also survived by sisters, Betty Davenport and Paula Gann and brothers, Darrell and Roger Hughes. He had many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly. He was blessed by 10 grandchildren, Tory Williams (Roland) Jailyn Hughes (Conway) Josie and Jessabella Hughes of Roland. Avery and Aydan Robnett of Stuttgart, Enzo and Ocie Robnett Sandoval of Little Rock and Brylie and London Hughes of Magnolia.

He was preceded in death by his mom and dad, Lola and John Hughes and his beloved brother James Roy, his son Brandon and sister Tressie.

Celebration of Life will be held at Maumelle Park on October 18, 2025. More info to come.

11 Comments

  • Michelle and Scott Butler Posted September 24, 2025 8:56 AM

    Ellen, we are so sorry for you guys loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. He is up there toasting one with Mama Ree.

  • Donna Strabala Posted September 24, 2025 9:03 AM

    So sorry for your loss loss Ellen.

  • Joyce Smith Posted September 24, 2025 9:23 AM

    Loved that old fart so much! He will be missed by so many people.

  • Gay Hampton Rusk Posted September 24, 2025 9:36 AM

    Ellen, I’m so sorry that you have lost your husband! ❤️❤️

  • Callie and Bill Neville Posted September 24, 2025 9:59 AM

    Hugs, hugs and hugs

  • Christopher Acklin Posted September 24, 2025 8:19 PM

    🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻

  • Leland brown Posted September 25, 2025 6:03 AM

    I love you and I will miss you thank you for all joy and happiness you gave the world aunt I’m praying for you all love you very much

  • Jennifer GREEN Posted September 25, 2025 8:53 AM

    Love you sister. Tommy and I are so sad for your loss and we are praying for you and y’all’s family.

  • Lisa and Debbie Evans Posted September 25, 2025 5:03 PM

    Ellen we are so sorry to hear about Ken. Many thoughts and prayers for you. Love you!

  • Mona Sagan Posted September 27, 2025 5:25 PM

    So very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless

  • Jeff and Melinda Mitchell Posted September 29, 2025 10:44 AM

    Ken’s humor will stay around. His love for family will remain. The love for all of you is still here. We ache with you we love you.

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