James Nelson Hughes II (Jimmy) passed away peacefully at home Tuesday December 16th, after his brave battle with cancer. Up to the end, he maintained kindness, grace, and compassion. 

He was born on December 2nd, 1968 in Columbia, SC to parents James Nelson Hughes and Brenda Carter Hughes. He was happily married to his sweetheart Brandie Stocker Hughes for 33 years. He served in the Army making the rank of Sergeant. He was a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, later returning to serve in the 151st Aviation Unit of the National Guard. Jimmy worked at Square D with many family, including his mother. Jimmy took pride in his work ethic and was employed by FedEx during the holidays, never returning until all his packages were delivered. The animals on his route were always happy to see him come with treats. 

Jimmy thoroughly enjoyed both playing and watching golf. He had a large collection of Star Wars memorabilia that he began collecting as a child and sometimes attended South Carolina Comicon in cosplay. When Jimmy was at home he frequently played video games or spent time with his many cherished pets.  

He is predeceased by his father: James Nelson Hughes and his mother: Brenda Miers.  

He is survived by his loving wife: Brandie Stocker Hughes; daughters: Ashley Broome, Sarah Hughes, and Emily Hughes; father: Joe Miers and his wife Francis Miers; siblings: Richard Hughes (Susan Hughes), Kristen Crider (David Crider), Kelly Miers, Jake Miers (Kendra Williams), Kayla Malloy (Travis Malloy), and Kyle Collum. Jimmy was dearly loved by his many nieces and nephews: Richard Hughes II, Zachary Hughes, Grace Crider, Emma Crider, Abby Crider, David Coombs, Karley Coombs, Khloe Coombs, Adrianna Williams, Charles Williams, Alyssa Miers, Ava Miers, Mia Malloy, Maddison Malloy, Briana Dildine, and Camryn Dildine. His pets Daisy, Bootsy, and the outside kitty gang miss his love. 

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 2, 2026, 10:00 a.m., at Edgewood Pentecostal Holiness Church, immediately followed by the service, also at the church, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Fort Jackson National Cemetery.