Mary Jo Hughes, 80, a lifelong Endicott, WA resident passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at the Whitman Hospital & Medical Center in Colfax, WA. Mary Jo was born Jan. 11, 1931 in Endicott to John & Christine (Fries) Weitz. She grew up and attended school in Endicott, graduating from Endicott High School in 1948. Mary Jo worked for the telephone company in Colfax following graduation for a time. On May 19, 1951 she married William (Bill) Hughes in Endicott, where they have made their home. Mary Jo began her career in banking at the Bank of Endicott, now the Bank of Whitman. Beginning on the teller line she served the people of Endicott in all different aspects of the bank including time as the assistant manager. Mary Jo retired in 1992 following a 25 year career. She always had a special ability for assisting the older clientel of the bank. Mary Jo was a loving homemaker, wife and mother. She so enjoyed gardening, especially her flowers. She was an avid crafter making candles, crocheting, and making aprons that were sold at both the Cresent and the Bon Marche. Mary Joe also was known for sewing of all types, especially dresses for many of her neighbors and their children. A community minded person, Mary Joe received the Woman of the Year award in Endicott. She was a longtime and devoted member of the Endicott Bible Church. She is survived by her husband William (Bill) Hughes at the family home in Endicott; her son William Scott Hughes of Pullman; her sister Gloria Menzies and one grandson William (Billy) Hughes. She was preceded in death by her parents and 3 brothers Myron, Gerald & Johnny Weitz. The viewing will be held at Bruning Funeral Home in Colfax, WA on Wednesday & Thursday from 9AM to 4PM. The funeral service will be held at 1:30 PM on Friday, June 17, 2011 at the Endicott Bible Church in Endicott, WA with Pastor Dean Ellis officiating. Vault interment will follow at the Endicott Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Endicott EMT'S, the Endicott Bible Church or to a favorite charity. Bruning Funeral Home of Colfax, WA is caring for the family.