Ernest T. Hughes, Sr.

Ernest T. Hughes, Sr., 80, of Allentown, PA, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at St. Lukes Hospital in Allentown. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Elmer R. and Louisa M. (Link) Hughes. Ernest was a veteran, having served in the US Army during the Vietnam War Era.

He went on to become a production manager for many years and last worked for the E.M.F. Corporation in Angola, IN until retirement. Ernest was a member of the Alburtis Rod and Gun Club, American Legion Post 217 in Topton, Mercantile Club in Emmaus, and the JROUAM Lodge 204 in New Tripoli.

Ernest is survived by his daughters, Lorie A. Hughes-Rehrig, and her husband, Troy D. Rehrig of Kempton and Colleen L. Hughes-Behler, and her husband, Lee W. Behler of Germansville; son, Ernest T. Hughes, Jr. and his wife, Teresa of New Tripoli; grandchildren, Daniel, T. Christian, L. Caitlin, Elijah, Ainsley, Olivia, Elaina, and Ernest T. III; great-grandchildren, Eloise and Theodore; sister, Emma Lee (Allen) Buck of Allentown; longtime companion, Gail M. Kelly of Allentown; several nieces and nephews.

There will be a private interment at Grandview Cemetery in Allentown at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Ernest’s name may be made to the Sanctuary at Haafsville, sent directly to PO Box 921 Fogelsville, PA 18051.

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