Mr. William Thomas Hughes

May 30, 1948 - October 7, 2019

William Thomas Hughes, 71, of Pawtucket, RI formerly of Attleboro, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 7, 2019. Born on May 30, 1948 in Attleboro, MA he was a son of the late James F. and Theresa Ida Hughes. William proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War obtaining the rank of Specialist 4. He worked as a machine operator and was the owner and operator of Superior Slitting. William enjoyed fishing, coin collecting and treasure hunting. He is survived by his daughter, Christine Hughes; his son, David Hughes; sister’s, Therese Shay, Susan Oliveira, Patricia Clement and Carol Gainey; a brother, Dennis Hughes and his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was the brother of the late Lisa J. Hughes and Jimmy Hughes. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 2-6 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2019 in the Duffy-Poule Funeral Home, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro. In lieu of flowers, donations in William’s name may be made to the Arc of Bristol County, 141 Park Street, Attleboro, MA 02703 or directly at www.arcnbc.org