Rose Ann Hughston

Rose Ann Hughston was born on August 8, 1926 in Cisco, Texas to Dr. and Mrs. Paul Mason and (Ruth Harlan) Woods and was raised in Cisco as an adolescent where she learned to play the violin at an early age, something that would follow her for many years to come. She graduated from Cisco High School in 1942 and went on to attend The Julliard School for the Performing Arts in New York City, New York for three years. The yearning to return to Texas eventually overcame her and she returned to Dallas, Texas to complete her advanced education by receiving a Bachelor of Music Degree from Southern Methodist University in 1949. While at SMU, she became a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority, made many new friends, and eventually met her future husband to be Thomas Newton Hughston who was also attending SMU. A courtship ensued and they were married on June 11, 1950. After their wedding, and a honeymoon trip to Mexico, the couple settled in Dallas, Texas where Rose Ann gave violin lessons and taught in the DISD while Tom attended Baylor University Dental School. Upon Tom’s graduation from dental school and receiving his dental license, he and Rose Ann moved to Midland, Texas to eventually raise their family of four boys. As Tom’s dental practice grew, Rose Ann joined the Midland Odessa Symphony where she played in the first violin section, a passion of hers that lasted for over twenty years. While playing for the symphony she was blessed to perform in countless concerts for the enjoyment of thousands. Additionally, during that same timeframe she also became an active member of the Junior League of Midland and gave innumerable hours working for that organization. During their life in Midland both Tom and Rose Ann were active in their church and community, enjoyed entertaining and both were avid tennis players. Because of Rose Ann’s musical talents, she was sought out far and wide by her friends and her church to play in weddings and church services over the many years to follow. In her later years, after Tom’s passing, she considered herself fortunate to travel overseas on several trips with close friends. Worldwide travel became a key ingredient to her happiness later in life. Ultimately, she needed to be closer to family and set up residence in Royal Estates, a retirement facility in San Angelo, Texas. On October 6, 2016 Rose Ann passed into eternity. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and mother-in-law that will be missed forever. Rose Ann Hughston was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Thomas N. Hughston in 1997, her brother Paul Harlan Woods in 2004, and both parents. Her four sons, their four wives, eight grandchildren, three of their spouses, and four great grandchildren survive her. The eldest son’s family is Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Woods, “Woody”, (Louise) Hughston of Centreville, Virginia, and their two daughters and their husbands, Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. (Holly) Taylor of Centreville, Virginia, and their infant daughter Jacqueline Louise Taylor, and Mr. and Mrs. Jeff S. (Kellie) Wade of Ashburn, Virginia, and their young son, Sam Harlan Wade. The second son’s family is Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Newton, (Karen) Hughston, of Bedford, Texas, and their son Taylor Douglas “Tate” Hughston, and his daughter and son Charlotte Grace Hughston and Bradyn Thomas Hughston all of Ft. Worth, Texas, and Doug and Karen’s daughter Ms. Heather Anne Hughston, of Ft. Worth, Texas. The third son’s family is Dr. and Mrs. Ty Mason, (Gill), Hughston, of San Angelo, Texas, and their son and his wife Dr. Adam Thomas and his wife (Dr. Haley Kensing), Hughston of San Antonio, Texas, and Ty and Gill’s daughter Ms. Grace Rose Hughston, of San Antonio, Texas. The youngest son’s family is Mr. and Mrs. Paul Oliver, (Sharlyn) Hughston and their two daughters, Miss Payton Olivia Hughston and Miss Samantha Kamryn Hughston all from Houston, Texas. The family wishes to recognize key caregivers and very special people that provided essential support throughout Rose Ann’s life. A special thank-you to Ms. Stephanie Melendez, Ms. Sylvia Montalvo, Ms. Debby Haechten, Ms. Shelly Lechuga, Ms. Lilly Hollins, Ms. Helen Castillia, and Dr. Chris Barnett. All were indispensable in their own specific way by providing a very personal level of support. In lieu of flowers, the family asks, if you desire, that you make donations in Rose Ann’s memory to the Music Ministry at the First Presbyterian Church of Midland, 800 West Texas Avenue, Midland, Texas 79701. A celebration of Rose Ann Hughston’s life will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Midland, Texas on October 24, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Bright and brilliant colors were always a fundamental part of Rose Ann’s life so in honor of her please feel free to wear colorful attire to the church celebration service. Harper Funeral Home of San Angelo, Texas will be officiating with all funeral preparations.