Mr. Dexter M. Hughley

Dexter Maurice Hughley was born May 4, 1970 to Mr. Fad Hughley, Jr. and Mrs. Iola Hughley in Orlando, Florida. He attended Apopka, High School and USF in Tampa, Florida where he earned his BS Degree in Management. Dexter was employed by Taco Bell, Burger King, Popeye’s, KFC and Wendy’s, although his favorite places to eat were Red Lobster and Olive Garden. Dexter had such an affectionate personality. If you knew him, you loved him. His heart was of gold and his ministry to help was evident. God gave Dexter, “Buster” (as he’s affectionately known and “Toe, Toe” to his family) a special gift of singing. His gift made room for him as he was privileged to be the “Opening Soloist” for many renowned singers/ groups, such as The Clark Sisters, The Mighty Clouds of Joy, Karen “Kee Kee” Sheard, Shon Page, Spiritual Wonders, Heavenlyettes, Honey Walker and the Goldenaires, Gospel Harmonaiers; Choirs included, St. Matthew, St. Elizabeth, 8th Street, Fresh Anointing and lastly Fountain of Life Baptist Church Choir where he served as president for several years. God also granted Brother Hughley the privilege of forming two groups, Phaz 2 and I Cry, No Rock, whose name optimized how he felt about singing praises to Our God. Dexter and his sister would also sing for their uncle Ray Gilmore when he preached in Vero Beach and elsewhere. For his community connection his group was featured at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, the Apopka Art and Foliage Festival, numerous Banquets, Programs and Funerals. Dexter, met with an unfortunate accident on November 2, 2016. God was with him through that. The devil wanted to take him out but God said, “No”. He made significant progress in local hospitals and rehabs. But on August 18, 2017 at 12:10am, God called him to rest. Dexter leaves to cherish precious memories to: a very special sister, Uletha Jennings; one adopted sister, Kelcey Dubose; five nieces, Julisa Jennings, Francina Jennings, Atiana Jennings, all of Plymouth, Florida, Breanna Brunson and Amber Brunson, both of West Palm Beach, Florida; special cousin; god brother, Minister Cedric D. Williams; six great nephews; two godsons, one goddaughter; five aunts; two uncles; special god brother, Elder Sherman Smith; godmother of the Bush family, Mrs. Teresa Bush; and a host of sorrowing friends.

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Mr. Dexter M. Hughley

May 4, 1970 - August 18, 2017