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Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 9:34 PM

Obituary - Julie Hughes

  • Source: Smith Family Funeral Home
Obituary - Julie Hughes
Julie Hughes

Julie Hughes passed away peacefully in Fallon, NV.  She was born in Lovelock, NV to Martin and Eunice (Brown) Rodriquez and was the second oldest of five siblings.  Growing up she attended Sherman Indian School in Riverside, CA.  She had four children and was married to Grady Hughes for more than a decade in her earlier life. 

Julie worked at Eagle Pitcher Minerals for many years as a Leadman until she was diagnosed with silicosis.  She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She loved to travel, watching her favorite shows on Bigfoot and Ghost Adventures. 

She is survived by her siblings, Loretta Burden, Tony Rodriquez, and Manual (Lila) Rodriquez; children, Jackie (Edwin) Conway, Sasha Treadaway, LaCarrie (Ryan) Alvarez, and Kenneth Hughes; grandchildren, Patricia, Micheal, Cedrick, and Eric Conway, Chaz Losh, Taylor Dewey, Christopher Bagaforo, Delvon, Quincy and Marcus Rinde, Skyla Burden, Raven Garcia, Jeffrey and Nichole McCloud, Mekayla Hughes, Willow and Julie Alvarez, Gloria and Angelo Hughes; great-grandchildren, Zaiden, Zoey, Zariah Porras and Zavier Moran, Amyia, Chloe, and Jasmine Martinez, Aries Kane Conway, Maliyah Conway, and Gabriel Dick; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Martin and Eunice Rodriquez and sibling Alvin Rodriquez. 

Services are scheduled on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at the Lovelock Paiute Tribe Gymnasium with viewing at 10 a.m. and services beginning at 12 p.m.  The family would appreciate any side dishes or desserts for a potluck following the burial.

In remembrance of Julie, please wear something orange as it was her favorite color.

 


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Comment author: Jane HiattComment text: I just adored this man and his kindness and calm manner. I remember doing live interviews on KVLV when I sang with the Lahontan Valley Concert Choir and wanted to get the word out to the public on our performances in the valley. Since 1972, Mike and Dee have been among my most treasured friends. I will certainly miss him knowing he isn't there anymore.Comment publication date: 2/16/25, 8:34 AMComment source: Obituary - Joseph Marvin “Mike” McGinnessComment author: KelliComment text: I'd use firm. Press it for a bit (drain and put a plate on top) to squeeze out some of the moisture. Then crumble it up and add instead of the chorizo.Comment publication date: 2/15/25, 12:34 PMComment source: What’s Cooking in Kelli’s Kitchen - Cheesy Green Chile Bean BakeComment author: James SmackComment text: Sorry to hear about Mike, and thank you for sharing your memories. While I did not know him as well, I have to echo the community and especially his family have lost a great man.Comment publication date: 2/14/25, 9:37 PMComment source: Captain's Log - The People Who Make UsComment author: Derk PalfreymanComment text: I started as an outrider on his July wagon train in 1980. Dean had me dive a four up on the September train that same year. In 1981 I spent a week working as a swing outrider when he ran his famous 20 up in the Carson City parade. He taught me how to hitch and drive multiple teams. We had a great relationship and never a crossword. I will always appreciate his patience and great sense of humor. Sincerely Derk PalfreymanComment publication date: 2/13/25, 8:53 AMComment source: Obituary - Dean Calkins
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