Hughes B. McKee

September 10, 1930

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May 4, 2017

Hughes B. McKee, 86, of Scottsburg, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at his residence. He was born on September 10, 1930 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of the late John Brown McKee and Betty (Blackburn) McKee. Hughes was a retired insurance and investment salesman for Met Life and various other companies. He was a member of Scottsburg First Christian Church and served his country during the Korean War as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Hughes was preceded in death by two brothers, John B. McKee, Jr. and L.T. McKee, III and a sister, Sally Tarkington. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Sarah (Feaster) McKee; two sons, Kurt McKee and his wife Kay of Scottsburg, Indiana and Andrew B. McKee; a sister, Harriet McKee of Cincinnati, Ohio and two grandchildren, Sarah and Kevin McKee. Memorial Contributions: First Christian Church c/o Collins Funeral Home in Scottsburg, Indiana.

Funeral Service: 11:00 am Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Collins Funeral Home with Rev. Phil LaMaster and Rev. David Flucke, officiating. Visitation: 5 to 7 pm Tuesday and after 10 am Wednesday. Cremation is requested following his service and private burial will be in Lexington Cemetery at a later date.

From: Patrick Murray

Prayers for and condolences to the McKee family. Mr. McKee was a good man. I remember him fondly as a substitute teacher I had in junior high school, and continued to have the pleasure to see him on occasions in later years. He shall be surely missed.

From: LaQuita & Dana Spivey

We were so very sorry to hear about Hugh. He was such a wonderful man. Telling something funny to get a laugh out of you. He will truly be missed. Sending prayers and lots of hugs to you Sarah. We love you. You've always just been like family to us.

From: John & Lori Croasdell

John and I are so sorry for your loss Sarah. Hughes was an incredible man who always spoke wisdom and life and encouragement and love into everyone's lives. He will be greatly missed and we are praying for you right now.

From: meta clark

What an encourager he was to me, always a postitive word and such a gentleman. I appreciate having known him. I'm so sorry for the family's loss.

From: Tess Gentile

What a wonderful, wonderful man who was a great mentor during my time at the Scottsburg Academy, and long after. I still have all the $2 bills he would give me on my birthday. So very sorry for your loss.

From: Vickie Amick Zajac

I am sending prayers and condolences for the entire family. I have very fond memories of Hughes and Sarah out walking and at events while growing up. He was always out there supporting his family, friends, church and community.

From: Ronald Baker

My sincere condolences to Sarah and her family on the loss of a man who had one of the most infectious smiles ever! May God be with you and give you comfort now and forever. Ron

From: Carolyn Amick

I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with the Family. 🙏

From: Amber Napier

So sorry for this family's loss. Mrs.Mckee was my 1st grade teacher and favorite teacher and I loved her dearly. My prayers are with you and your sons

From: Ida mcguire

Sarah and family I feel for your loss. I'm so sorry I didn't know Hughes was sick. I always enjoyed seeing Hughes out and about. He always had something to say and always had something wonderful to say about his bride. Thinking and praying for you. Love to you all

From: Joseph L Buzzard & Jayne E Isaacs

So very sorry for the loss of Hughes McKee. May God be with you in this time of sorrow and mourning! I pray you find peace knowing your loved one will never be in pain and that Mr.McKee will walk thru the valley of death w/God by his side! Thank You Mr.Hughes McKee for your service that helped US be a free country! R.I.P. Dear Sir

From: Angie & Rick Bright

Hughe was an amazing person with a great smile & personality! Anytime we saw him he talked about coaching Rick in baseball! He was so interesting to talk to he always had the greatest stories! Bless his heart he will be missed but when he gets to the pearly gates it's gonna take St Peter along time to get him through because he will talk his ear off lol! So sorry for your loss and Rick and I and are girls adored him!

From: Dennis Thomas

Kurt, sorry to hear that your dad has passed. He was such and community minded person who always had a word to speak. God bless you and your family.

From: Billy Lippert

so sorry for your loss, words cannot describe How great a Man he is/was ... he always welcomed me into his home.