William "Bill" Hughs went to be with Jesus on August 5, 2019. He was 74. Born on November 3, 1944. He graduated from Delaware Valley Central School in Callicoon. For his school years he combined studies with the noble occupation of farming. He loved his animals and took pride in taking care of many pieces of farm equipment. Summer was a favorite season as he took care of the fields and grew prize winning food for his herd. It was always a joy to watch him driving the big tractor or locating a mechanical problem and finding the solution. His mother Genevieve often came from next door to watch him fix "stuff". She, in turn, taught her daughter-in-law, Linda how to be a cheerleader and encourager. Bill often found time to help out a neighbor in need. Friends and neighbors help each other in the Goulds community. Goulds is located on Delaware county highway 28 for those who wonder "where in the world". In 1974 Bill married Linda Westfall Clark. At that time Bill gained an instant family of teen-agers, Brian, Dawn and Deb Clark. Brian and his wife, Betsy continue the tradition of farming at the home farm. Dawn predeceased him in 2017. Deb is married to "Skip" Bugge and is employed at Delaware County Social Services. Grandchildren are very special: Evan Clark, Wade Clark, Nicole Anderson and Kaci Anderson and one great-grandchild, Elena Anderson. Visitation with viewing will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2019 from 12PM-2PM at the Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock. Arrangements by Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel, Hancock. SERVICES Calling Hours Saturday, August 10, 2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel 29 EAST MAIN STREET HANCOCK, New York 13783