Martha Ann Hughes

Martha Ann McWhorter Hughes, 82, of Marietta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She is predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Bobbie Earl Hughes and her parents Ivan Grady McWhorter and Hazel Agnes Worley McWhorter. She is survived by her daughter Camille Hughes Patrohay (Dan); grandchildren Jonathan Robert Jones, John Desmond Patrohay, Marissa Anne Patrohay, and Joshua Daniel Patrohay; her brother Grady Lee McWhorter (Lynn); nephew Matthew Grady McWhorter (Ayong); niece Lindsey McWhorter Yoder (Chris); grandniece Mary Hazel Yoder; grandnephews Henry Yoder, Grant McWhorter and Dean McWhorter; as well as many close cousins. Born on September 3, 1942, in Jasper, Georgia, Martha spent most of her life in Marietta, where she dedicated herself to a long and impactful career in nursing. A lifelong nurse with specialties in education, critical care, orthopedics, and leadership, she was known not only for her clinical skill, but for the compassion, wisdom, and mentorship she offered to colleagues and patients alike. Martha was a woman of deep faith and a devoted member at Shady Grove Baptist Church and Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. She served in many ministries, sang joyfully in the choir, and even took part in mission work abroad, including a meaningful trip to Russia. She found joy in travel, the quiet beauty of her garden, and in creating—especially her famously delicious fig preserves, which brought happiness to everyone lucky enough to receive a jar. A lifelong learner, Martha completed her RN education at the Georgia Baptist College of Nursing. She later earned a B.S. in Secondary Education from the University of Georgia and an EMBA from Kennesaw State University. A true testament to her curious mind and drive to grow in her profession. Martha’s life was a gift to all who knew her. She will be remembered for her grace, her laughter, her faith, and the quiet strength with which she served others. A funeral service in her honor will be held at Mayes Ward Dobbins Historic Marietta Chapel on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be held 2 hours prior to the service from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. A reception will immediately follow the service in the Maple Parlor. A private graveside burial will take place at Georgia Memorial Park Cemetery in Marietta. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to MUST Ministries. https://secure3.convio.net/must/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app30061b?1400.donation=form1&df_id=1400&mfc_pref=T&NONCE_TOKEN=1ACE0EC90B5544117C1F826C8A9E4260

Martha Ann Hughes

September 3, 1942 - April 5, 2025