Harold Herbert

Hughes

Harold H. Hughes Jr., known in our hearts as "Jubilee", gained his wings on July 9, 2025 at the age of 71 at the Toledo Hospital. Born on July 13, 1953, in New Orleans, LA, to Francis Ward and Harold H. Hughes Sr., Harold attended Silver Creek High School in San Jose, CA. After graduation he went on to serve his country as a member of the United States Coast Guard for four years as a chef.

Harold began his career as a mail carrier with the United States Postal Service Station C where he delivered on the Southside of Toledo and became known as "Mailman" and "Boogie", just to name a few. During his 35 years with the USPS, he made many lifelong friends including his best friend Steve Perry. The two were known to run the town singing karaoke with "The Karaoke Family" at the Peacock Cafe and the City Vibe Lounge. Upon retirement, Harold aspired to travel, go fishing, write and sing songs, and spend time with his friends and family while barbecuing.

He was preceded in death by his father Harold H. Hughes Sr., his sister Kathleen Watkins, and his special friend Tracy Westley.

His memory will be forever treasured by Tanisha Pettaway (daughter), Melvin "Bookie" McGray (son), Zamarri Foster (granddaughter), Francis Ward (mother), Rhonda Wilkerson (sister), Horace Hughes (brother), DeeDee McBrayer (sister) and many nieces, nephews, and friends.