Steven W. Hughes , age 76 of Lena, IL, died Saturday, May 27, 2023 at SSM Health Monroe Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 26, 1947 in Belmont, WI; the son of William and Blodwyn (Roberts) Hughes. He was a graduate of Lena-Winslow High School. Steven married Susan "Sam" Duth at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Kent, IL on September 2, 1966.

He was proud to have served his country in the Illinois National Guard. He was a carpenter for Lena Builders for several years, then pursued a career as an insurance agent. Steve was a member of the Lena United Methodist Church. He had a passion for music and loved to sing and play guitar. He was possibly one of the biggest Gordon Lightfoot fans ever. Reading was also one of his passions. He loved visiting with his clients, many friends and "The Neighbors." Of course spending time with both his grandsons took priority over everything else.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; one brother, Terry Hughes of Rock Falls; and one sister, Pamela Blomquist of Morrison, IL. Survivors include his wife, Susan "Sam" Hughes of Lena; two children, Scott (Sonya) Hughes of Shalimar, FL and Sarah (Michael) Eveland of Stockton, IL; two grandsons, Mitchell Eveland of Lena, IL and Nicholas Eveland of Stockton, IL; one brother, Bob (Suzette) Hughes of Janesville, WI; two sisters, Diana Williams of Plano, TX and Kris (Lyle) Mokros of Platteville, WI; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Special thank you to SSM Health Monroe Hospital, Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center and FHN Supportive Care Staffs.

Per Steve's request, there will be no visitation or service. Cremation rites will be accorded. Condolences may be shared with his family at www.walkermortuary.com.