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Grease a large mixing bowl, for dough to rise in.
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Grease two 9x5" loaf pans.
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In a bowl place sugar and water, sprinkle with yeast and let dissolve for about 15 minutes.
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In the large mixing bowl add 3 cups flour, salt, and oil and mix with paddle attachment.
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Add in remaining 3 cups of flour, change to dough hook and mix until it pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
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Pull the dough out onto a slightly floured surface and knead lightly.
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Place the dough in a well oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat,
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Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap and place in a warm, draft-free spot for about an hour, until it doubles in size.
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Remove the cover and punch the dough down.
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Pull the dough out onto a slightly floured surface, knead lightly.
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Divide the dough in half, form each half into loaves by rolling them up and pinching the edges together.
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Place the loaves in the prepared loaf pans. Cover and let rise another 30-45 minutes, until about an inch over the top of the pan.
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Preheat the oven to 350°.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes.
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Pull the loaves out of the oven, melt the butter and brush it on the loaves.
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Allow the loaves to cool for at least 10 minutes in the pans before removing to the cooling racks.