Kimberly Jeannine Hughes

September 27, 1969 - May 18, 2022

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

864-294-6415 |

Sunday 5/22, 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29610

(864) 294-6514 |

Sunday 5/22, 4:00 pm

Kimberly Jeannine Hughes, 52, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022.

Born in Greenville, SC, she was the daughter of the late James Junior Hughes and Tommy Jean Lankford Hughes.

Kimberly grew up loving animals, was an amazing cook and baker, and enjoyed sharing the kitchen with her fiancé. She enjoyed going to Carolina Panthers games and absolutely adored the band, Duran Duran. With her creative ambition, her spare time was spent reading, sewing, and crafting. Kimberly worked at KM Fabrics, Inc. for 30 years. Most notably, she was a selfless caregiver who always took care of others, and her genuine spirit will be dearly missed by all.

She is survived by her beloved fiancé, Dusty Martin; stepdaughters, Kristen Tucker (Klint), Arianna Williams, Adeline Martin, and Avery Martin; four grandchildren, Landyn, Mykah, Kayson, Madaline, and extended family; sisters of the heart, Pam Gardner, Suzanne Knight, Missy Taylor, Jacqueline DeDomenico, and Jacqui Anderson; KM Fabric, Inc. family; and fur babies, Sassy, Bobo, Indy, Tom, Leila, and Ghost.

Visitation will be held Sunday, May 22, 2022, from 3:00 p.m. until 3:45 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Northwest followed by the memorial service at 4:00 p.m.

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

864-294-6415 | Map

Sunday 5/22, 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29610

(864) 294-6514 | Map

Sunday 5/22, 4:00 pm

Kimberly Jeannine Hughes, 52, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. Born in Greenville, SC, she was the daughter of the late James Junior Hughes and Tommy Jean Lankford Hughes. Kimberly grew up loving animals, was an amazing cook and baker, and enjoyed sharing the kitchen with her fiancé. She enjoyed going to Carolina PanthersContinue Reading

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May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with her and all her family. We are sorry for your loss, you will be in our prayers.🙏

I was blessed to have met Kim back in 1983 through Suzanne Knight. Suzanne and I bowled together and I was fortunate to meet Pam, therefore meeting Kim. We all became great friends and shared many times of laughter and fun!! I loved going to Kim's house and being able to eat the many wonderful things that she cooked and baked. I will always remember her infectious smile and joyful laughter!!! I love you Kim!! We will resume our friendship when we meet again in heaven!! Until that time, I will miss you!!!

I met Kim 40 years ago when moving to Greenville. We had some great trips to Cherokee and Maggie Valley during our high school days. You didn't hang around Kim if laughing and having a good time weren't for you. We shared many laughs together. She was always very dedicated at church and loved helping with the children. I'll see you again one day.

I didn't know Kim well, but I knew from Pam that she was a good person. I'm so sorry for your loss. She had a lot of life left to live. But just remember, she isn't hurting anymore, she isn't in pain or anything else. She's able to see her family, her mom, again. She's at peace. My condolences to her family. 💙

Your smile will be missed by all.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

I met Kim in 2007 at KCon. I was going through a hard time and had decided to go to this book conference in NOLA for a favorite author. I didn't know anyone really but had needed to get away and find myself again. I guess I looked lost because one of Jack and Teresa pulled me over to Pam and Kim and basically told me to stick with them and they would take care of me. They definitely did. They took me in and loved me as if I were their family. They made me laugh and feel like myself again. They introduced me to the other precious women who would become the family of my heart as well. I will my sister of the heart.

She will always be in our hearts.

I always looked forward to seeing you Kim. Your smile and laughter always lit up a room. I am so sorry to Dusty, Pam and all of Kim's family and friends. She will be greatly missed by so many. Rest in peace friend.

In memory of Kimberly Jeannine Hughes, Brenda Hughes lit a candle

I will miss you, my friend.

In memory of Kimberly Jeannine Hughes, Bertie Baxter lit a candle

All my love for you in your next adventure. We will see you again soon. Love you Kim.

Sorry for your loss. We will praying 🙏 for y’all. Please let us know if we can do anything.

God bless your family dear. May you rest with Jesus. May he send peace to your family and friends.

Will miss your smile Kim. Rest in Peace.

In memory of Kimberly Jeannine Hughes, April Benfield lit a candle

I’m so sorry for your loss Dusty. I am thinking of you, your family and Kim’s family during this time of sorrow.

I met this precious lady several years ago. We immediately “ clicked” and it was as if we had known each other for years. We related to each other in so many ways, from our families to fence people lol. We laughed together and even cried together a few times. She was my dear friend and I am going to miss her so much. Fly high my precious friend. We will definitely be reunited in Heaven.

My Tokidoki/Duran Duran buddy. You were always such a bright light and wonderful friend. Thank you for all the incredible memories and gifts I will always cherish. My heart is broken. But I know we'll meet again on the other side. Love you so much!

To Dusty, Kristen, Arianna, Adeline and Avery and your families I could tell you the exact moment that Kim was absolutely in love with you. It wasn't when she told me she was in love with you a few months after you started dating nor when she told me that you were "her heart" a couple months she started unofficially living with you. It wasn't when Kim stated that not only did she love you, Dusty but she loved your girls and the rest of the family and that y'all loved her in return. She felt you and the family was where she belonged. You guys completed her and made her so happy. She loved her grandbabies and adored being called "Big Ganny". Said that there was nothing like hearing those little voices screaming when y'all video chatted. No, the exact moment I knew you and your family were "End game" as the saying goes was the fact she became...A. Morning. Person! Kim went from hating waking up in the morning to loving it because she just plain loved hanging out with you. When Kim said she liked waking up at butt crack of dawn because you did, Dusty. I knew she was completely in love! LOL! In all seriousness thank you for loving my friend and making her so happy. And while I grieve that she only had a short time with you and the girls, I know it was fully packed with love and joy. Y'all were such blessings to her. Love, Jacs

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Heaven gained a beautiful angel. Kim, you left us too soon but we see you again dear friend.

I will forever remember your beautiful smile, your contagious laugh, and the face you would make when I told you something that was absolutely ridiculous. I love you.

Will miss that laughter and sassy smile so much. Sending all my love and support to all Kim’s family and friends.

I loved you very much! You were a wonderful woman! You mad me laugh and would always listen to any problems I had! I will miss you very much Kim! Hope you're happy in heaven and see ya 1 day.

In memory of Kimberly Jeannine Hughes, Tracy West lit a candle

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