Janie Delaine Hughes-Hoffmann went to be with the Lord on January 7, 2026. The world has now lost one of the brightest and most infectious smiles it has ever seen.
She was a loving mother and grandmother as well as a loyal friend. She will be missed each and every day by her family and friends, whom she loved like family. She enjoyed reading and was dedicated to life-long learning. She touched so many lives as an Instructor in Higher Education and had a passion for encouraging students to reach their goals. She truly loved seeing them succeed and watching them graduate. Janie also loved to cook for her family and friends. She loved sharing a great meal and fellowship with her loved ones, whether out at a restaurant or spoiling her friends and family with her culinary expertise. If all those touched by Janie could raise a glass and share a great meal in her honor, her loved ones would truly be grateful.
She is survived by her brother, Thomas Keith Hughes; her firstborn daughter, Dr. Julie Wilson, and son-in-law, Brad Wilson; grandchildren: Karine Wilson, Austin Wilson, Caroline Wilson, and Emily Wilson. She is also survived by her youngest daughter, Sara Volante, and son-in-law, Brian Volante; grandchildren: Jacob Volante, Emelia Volante, Luke Volante, and Blake Volante; as well as her great-grandson, Emilio Volante. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claus A. Hoffmann; father, Leonard E. Hughes; mother, Juanita Creasy; brother, Britt Hughes; and sisters, Janet Cameron and Phillis Hughes.
A private service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a small donation to The American Cancer Society on her behalf.
Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.
