MITCHELL – Mary Ellen Hughett, 68, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026, at her residence.
Born October 18, 1957, in Bedford, she was the daughter of William “Bill” McLaughlin and Betty (Lane) Kautz. Mary married Michael “Mike” Hughett on February 23, 1974 and he preceded her in death December 28, 2017.
Mary had been a waitress since she was 14 years old, including working at Joe’s Restaurant in Mitchell. She always enjoyed life and was quick to smile. She enjoyed going to the beach and she loved her dogs. Mary loved spending time with her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.
Surviving are her children, Melissa “Missy” (Johnathan) Shawler of Pekin and Michael (Amelia) Hughett of Orleans; grandchildren, Charity (Tylor) Russell of Mitchell, Corey (Alyssa) Fullen of Orleans, and Mikey Hughett of Orleans; great-grandchildren, Tinlee Russell of Mitchell, Winnie Russell of Mitchell, and Gavin Russell of Mitchell; four brothers and one sister; and Joey, her faithful four-legged companion.
Her parents and husband preceded her in death.
Cremation has been chosen with a private graveside service held at a later date.