Hugh Leroy Mullis passed away December 10, 2024, at Memorial Medical Center in Modesto, CA. He was born December 2, 1940, at Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock, CA. He graduated from Riverside High School in Riverside, CA and attended the United States Air Force Community College. Hugh met his wife, Ki Suk, at the Nut Tree restaurant over a meal and they were married in May of 1989.
Proudly serving as a Master Sergeant in the US Air Force for over 24 years, Hugh received numerous commendations including the US Air Force Distinguished Presidential Unit Citation and Good Conduct Medal. Following his military service, Hugh worked for Foster Farms as Family Protection until his retirement in 2004. He enjoyed photography, traveling around the world on cruise ships, and visiting his friends at Cindy’s Diner, Grizzly Rock Cafe, and Vito’s Restaurant in Turlock, CA. He was a member of the American Legion and had recently joined Rex Ish Post 88 in Turlock, CA.
Hugh is survived by his wife, Ki Suk Mullis, his daughters, Tanya Beard of Turlock, CA, Heather M. Mullis of San Antonio TX, and son, Hugh Mullis Jr. of Modesto, CA. He has five grandchildren, Madison and Gavin Beard of Turlock, CA, Joslyn R. Moreno, and Mario N. Moreno of San Antonio, TX.
He was preceded in death by his father Donald Mullis, mother Emilda Mullis, brothers George and Micheal Mullis, sister Ruth Enos, and granddaughter Clarissa Conley.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 2 p.m. in Turlock Memorial Park located at 575 N Soderquist Rd., Turlock CA 95382.
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