Armond Fulani Hughes

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Armond Fulani Hughes, age 46, on January 15, 2025. Armond passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends.

Born on December 23, 1978, to Tanya Boffman and Cecil Hughes, Armond was the oldest of three children. He was a loving and caring son, father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. His love for everyone he knew was boundless, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Armond had a deep connection with his family and cherished spending time with them. He graduated from Santa Barbara High School and attended college in San Diego before returning to Santa Barbara to work for a medical device manufacturing company in Goleta.

Armond is survived by his mother, Tanya Boffman, his sister, Tahara Hughes, his brother, Safari Hughes, his son, Stefon, as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Cecil Hughes, and his grandmother, Mattie Bell Dennis.

Armond’s spirit, kindness, and dedication to his family will forever be remembered. A celebration of his life will be held on April 5, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Franklin Neighborhood Center, located at 1136 E. Montecito St. in Santa Barbara.

Armond will be dearly missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved him.