About Us

Our Valued Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Jimmie and Tawny Hughes

Jimmie and Tawny Hughes

Owners

Jimmie and Tawny Hughes have deep roots in Southern Utah, with Jimmie tracing his lineage back five generations in this region. Growing up as the youngest of ten siblings, Jimmie was instilled with core values of honesty, integrity, hard work, and a commitment to serving others.


Settled in St. George, Jimmie and Tawny feel immensely blessed to raise their five children in this community, where they strive to impart the same cherished values onto their family. Jimmie's vibrant energy, coupled with his innate compassion and genuine desire to help others, naturally draws him to support those navigating the loss of a loved one during their most challenging times.


With a heartfelt dedication to service and a profound love for people, Jimmie Hughes epitomizes the spirit of generosity and empathy, embodying the essence of a true Southern Utahn committed to uplifting those around him.

Tim Stevens

Tim Stevens

Funeral Director

Tim originates from the picturesque state of Vermont, where he learned the value of hard work from an early age, instilled by the wisdom of his parents and grandparents. Venturing out on his own at the age of 20, Tim embarked on a journey that led him to southern Utah in 2014, where he discovered a new chapter in life, ultimately finding his calling as a Funeral Director.


His journey is marked by notable milestones, including achieving the prestigious Eagle Scout award, dedicating himself to service on an LDS mission in Costa Rica, and earning a degree in Science with an emphasis on Applied Funeral Science.


Beyond his professional pursuits, Tim finds solace and joy in the great outdoors, and he possesses a knack for fixing things—a true handyman at heart. Ever reliable, Tim is always at the ready to answer any call, whether from a friend or a business inquiry.


Driven by a profound sense of duty and compassion, Tim is deeply committed to serving others on a daily basis, ensuring that every family he encounters is treated with the utmost respect and care. His unwavering dedication to his craft and his community embodies his steadfast commitment to excellence and integrity.

Ryan Korn

Ryan Korn

Funeral Service Intern

In 2022, Ryan became a valued member of Hughes Mortuary, where he serves as a Funeral Service Intern. Currently enrolled at the Commonwealth Funeral Institute, he is diligently working towards obtaining licensure as a funeral director and mortician. 


Ryan, happily married to Taylor Korn, calls Washington, Utah, home. Beyond his professional pursuits, he finds joy in family time, exploring weekend farmers markets and car shows, and indulging in recreational pickleball. Committed to meeting the funeral needs of the Southern Utah community, Ryan takes pride in his role at Hughes Mortuary.

Ryan Powell

Ryan Powell

Service Assistant

Ryan's journey from California to Utah has led him to discover great fulfillment within the funeral industry. As a dedicated professional, he finds purpose in providing compassionate support to families during their most challenging times. Outside of work, Ryan is a devoted father to two wonderful kids. He enjoys the outdoors, sports, and passionately supports the Vegas Golden Knights. Ryan's aspiration is to provide for his family while also serving his community with compassion and dedication.

Tim Somerville

Tim Somerville

Family Service Councilor

Tim Somerville is the Family service counselor at Hughes Mortuary. His goal is to help families from the beginning through the end. He is there to help with preplanning services and to support your loved ones by assisting in Aftercare. Tim does this by ensuring that all the details from the start are taken care of. Then follows through in the end by offering complimentary Aftercare service. Making sure you and your loved ones have direction and feel supported.


Tim was born and raised in Southern Utah. He is a positive and energetic family man. He strives to be a good example and works hard providing for his family. Tim has six boys and raises them alongside his wife here in Southern Utah. He enjoys the outdoors and family life at home with them.


Tim is a hard working family man. He is there to help and serve whenever he is needed. He enjoys his career at Hughes Mortuary and plans to continue to serve the people in Southern Utah.

Cindy Powell

Cindy Powell

Secretary


McKinley Hughes

McKinley Hughes

Bookkeeper

McKinley Hughes-Hansen is a Utah native raised in St. George, Utah.  


McKinley dedicated time to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Brazil, where she immersed herself in a different culture and language.


In 2020, McKinley returned from her mission service joining Hughes Mortuary, where she works as a bookkeeper. 


McKinley is married to Hunter Hansen.


Outside of her professional endeavors, McKinley enjoys spending quality time with her family, exploring the beauty of nature, and being a mother, particularly taking pride in being the mother of Jimmie’s first grandchild.


Jace Hughes

Jace Hughes

Bennet Hughes

Bennet Hughes

Mike Beard

Funeral Director

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