Brent Nelson Hughes passed away at his home in South Ogden, Utah, on May 31, 2026, due to incidence of age and multiple heath problems, with his faithful dog Marley by his side.
Brent was born November 28, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, to Glen Hughes and Afton Hayes Hughes. He graduated from Bountiful High in 1965 and later graduated with a BS from the University of Utah. Prior to graduating, Brent proudly served as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Sydney, Australia.
Brent married Joyce Eaquinta in 1968, they later divorced. Brent and Joyce are the parents of four children: Stephanie, Steven, Douglas and Jacquelyn, Brent married Merilee Stewart in 1990 with whom he spent his final 36 years. He was a supportive stepfather to Merilee’s daughter, Jennifer.
Brent is a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and spent many years serving in the scouting program. Most of Brent’s professional life was spent working for the State of Utah with the Office of Recovery Services (ORS) from where he retired after 30 years of service. At ORS, Brent made many friends with whom he maintained contact following his retirement. In retirement he filled his days supporting grandkids, reading, and following his favorite sports teams, the Utes and Cougars, attending many games with his family.
As a voracious reader, Brent leaves behind a collection of over 2,000 books (meticulously catalogued), the majority of which were related to military history and specifically World War II. His knowledge of military and LDS Church history is legendary among his family and friends.
Brent loved animals, and along with Merilee, rescued many animals over the years providing them with a loving and comfortable home. Brent had a special bond with his little Dash. He and Merilee also provided Christmas’ for many families over the years annually supporting Angel Tree and Sub-For-Santa.
Brent is preceded in death by his parents, former wife Joyce Hughes, and a sister-in-law Sue Hughes. He is survived by brother Michael Hughes, wife Merilee, children Stephanie (Clark) Livsey, Steven Hughes, Douglas Hughes, and Jackie (Nairn) Higginson; step-daughter Jennifer Iles; grandchildren Brooks Livsey, Spencer Livsey, Rhett (Joella) Hughes, Mailee Hughes, Olivia Hughes, Sage Carrington, and Carson Carrington; great-grandchild Ryker; step-daughter Jennifer’s children Alex Iles, Burton Iles, and Ronin Iles.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 9:30-10:30 AM at Russon Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, Utah, followed by a graveside service at Bountiful City Cemetery, 2224 South 200 West, Bountiful, Utah, at 11:00 AM.
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