Joseph Shawn Hughes, 43, of West Middlesex, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023, in UPMC Horizon Hospital, Farrell.

Joseph was born on August 18, 1980, in Warren, OH, a son of Joseph Franklin Hughes, Sr. and Deborah Lynn (McKean) Burnette. He was a 1999 graduate of Mercer High School and attended Mercer County Vo-Tech, where he studied Diesel Power Mechanics. Joe also attended Northwestern College, Lima, OH, where he became a certified diesel mechanic.

He was certified to perform vehicle state inspections and operated his business in his garage at his home. Previously, he was employed by Sharon Auto Wrecking.

Joe loved being outdoors. He had a love for trucks, his tractor, and all-terrain vehicles. He could typically be found in his garage or on the ATV trails. He also enjoyed gardening.

He is survived by his daughter, Jozalyn Hughes, Hermitage; his father, Joseph F. Hughes, Sr., Columbus, OH; and his mother, Deborah Burnette and her husband Michael, Lakeland, FL.

Joe will be remembered for being kindhearted and hard working and loved by all.

The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the American Heart Association, at www.Heart.org

Calling hours will be 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday (10/18/2023) in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State St., Sharon.

A time of sharing will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, in the funeral home.