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Eleanor Meekins
September 30, 2016
I am deeply saddened that Pat, hers and Bill's family have "lost Bill." I know Pat and Bill lived a very full and wonderful life for the few years they had together. Bill, you lived life to the fullest. Bill is in heaven. God be with all of you at this sad time.
September 19, 2016
Pat-1st UU feels different without Bill's presence. You have our heartfelt sympathy. Deborah and Gary
Fred Zirm
September 8, 2016
We will miss you, Bill, at Chautauqua. Thank you for leaving us your wonderful poems and an example of a life well lived.
Larry and Marty Mullendore
September 1, 2016
Had we matched a loving best friend and husband for our very special and talented cousin Pat, Bill would have been the man. We deeply regret that we do not have more years to know him better. Our sincerest condolences to Pat and members of both families...
Karen Adams
August 31, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to you, Pat and Sarah. I hope you can feel the love of so many and that gives you comfort in this difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers.
Nancy McDonald
August 30, 2016
I'll never forget the time I made myself come over and sit with Bill Hurley and introduce myself. I'm ordinarily too shy to do that but something pulled me. Today I would call that synchronicity. I had recently met Pat, his new wife, before, and was happy to get to know him more. Since then I've listened to his poetry, his time at the front of the worship center during service, and even in his (and her) kitchen chatting. Bill was an extraordinary man, and I'm sure his strong spirit floats all around us all the time... He is a well loved man, a mensch. Blessings to you, Pat... for having that time with such a strong spirit... he hasn't left you.... feel that blanket. Love, Nancy
David & Tammy Craven
August 30, 2016
So glad to have had the chance to spend time with Bill this summer while we were in Columbus.
Rick Larson
August 29, 2016
I had such a nice time having lunch and catching up with Bill during the last reunion. He lived just around the corner from me growing up. He tried to teach me how to play the accordion in the 4th grade! He had a vision and knew what he wanted to be. I believe he got there. Rest in peace Bill.
Isaac Cruz
August 29, 2016
We've lost a great friend and colleague. He is sorely missed by me and the rest of the Columbus Astronomical Society. Our thoughts and prayers to Pat and the rest of the family.
Teresa O'Neill
August 29, 2016
Pat, I never met Bill, but I felt such a jolt of loss and sadness when I heard he passed. I got teary because I got to experience your wonderful relationship through Facebook. Your partnership was filled with such love and joy and adventure. It was apparent for all to see. I did not know he was seriously ill but the pictures began to reveal a frailer man and yet the images of love and adventure never stopped. I wish I could give you a huge hug. I wish I could tell you how lucky you are to have experienced such a relationship. But you know all that. So, I send as much love and light as I have across the country. And someday we will share a bowl of oatmeal and I will hear these stories firsthand. I am so happy such a wonderful man was amongst us.
Ilene Lattimer
August 29, 2016
Dear Bill Hurley Family
My deepest sympathies for the loss of Bill. He was a remarkable young man who shared his experiences in a poignant, creative, interesting, and loving manner. It was my privelege to interact with him as well as gain knowledge from his experiences to help other patients.
Bill you were one of the BEST!
Ilene Comeras Lattimer, BSN @ The James
August 29, 2016
"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal". You fought a good fight and now you can rest in peace! I will keep the family in my prayers.
Sherrill Moore-Hodnett
August 29, 2016
Even knowing Bill only briefly, we were vivly impressed by his engagement with life and the world around. The opportunity to proofread "no Weeds ..." and discuss some of the poems with him was a treat that will last. His eagerness to share astronomy, including the fun of wrestling with technical issues was another way he quickly touched others.
August 29, 2016
..and you always left us feeling happy and as great friends..I remember you with a smile. God bless and keep..until then
Janet Rieger Class of 1964
Joe Suarez
August 29, 2016
I never knew a man who lived life more to the fullest than Bill. He was creative , kind & Loved by many... rest ez Bill
Randy Hoover
August 29, 2016
Ah, that we call all live out our bliss as you did. Animus liberatus!
James Taylor
August 29, 2016
Rest in peace poet.
Janet Krieger Rebol
August 29, 2016
Bill, you lived an interesting and full life. Although we both graduated from Willoughby South, we didn't know each other back then, and I'm glad to have become friends with you on facebook a few years ago. Your many and various pursuits and interests amazed me, and I was sad to learn of your passing. Sincere condolences to all your family. May you rest in peace. - Janet Krieger Rebol, Willoughby South High School, Class of 1963.
Joanne Konst
August 28, 2016
Bill was an inspiration to all who knew him. I'll miss him at the Columbus Astronomical Society meetings. One of the best is gone. May he live forever in our memory.
August 28, 2016
The world has lost a truly amazing individual. He inspired people everywhere he went. I will miss him. Pat, you & the family are in my thoughts & prayers. Lenore
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