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for JOHN HURLEY
May 12, 2015
Hugs and condolences to Judith and the rest of John's family. I no longer live in Boston and just found out about his passing which leaves a hole in my heart. In addition to John's kind and erudite comments at our Trinity small group, I giggle instantaneously remembering his bad behavior while we were seated in the Westminster Abbey choir stalls during Sunday Eucharist -- and his similar antics at the installation of Sam Lloyd as Dean of the National Cathedral. I'm sure John came up with another unique witticism when greeting St. Peter at the gates! John, I am privileged to have been your friend. See you on the flip side, guy!
Dan McCaffrey
January 24, 2015
Fare thee well Lone Haranguer. You will be missed.
Howard Presnall
January 24, 2015
I was a room mate of John at LaSalle for the first semester in our senior year. Always smiling, quick with a joke - lost touch after graduation. Rest in Peace John
Henry Quinlan
August 8, 2014
I only knew John when he was sick but even when he was not feeling well I could still see the twinkle in his eye and his incredible will to live life as best he could. Both made me wish I knew him in his younger years when I am sure I would have bonded even more with him. He lived his life with a dignity and purpose that was admirable and inspiring. A good man has left us better off having encountered him.
Henry Quinlan
August 8, 2014
Judy and Family:
Our heartfelt condolence on John's passing. So sorry.
Bruce and Anita Dodge (VA Hospital)
August 7, 2014
John and I worked together at Community Council in Nashua, NH, back in the early 1980s, and commuted together to MSW classes in Concord, NH. I always found him to be a cheerful, supportive and professional co-worker. I am sorry to hear of what he has been up to all these years, in this way. My prayers are with his family and friends. You have lost someone special. I hope the memories of him and support from those who knew him well bring you comfort.
Russell Haight
August 7, 2014
I work here at Mass Eye and Ear and had the pleasure of working with John back in our earlier days. I will forever remember his warm welcoming smile. My condolences go out to his wife Judith and his entire family. Frances
Meghan van Vliet
August 6, 2014
My Uncle John was the only uncle I had the honor of being able to grow up with. He was always so silly and fun to be around and when I was younger I always wanted to know if he could come out and play with me! I will miss him and his antics and his love for life. John, you will always be in my heart.
Alex van Vliet
August 6, 2014
Uncle John was a great person and always fun to be around. I wish I got to know him better. I'm glad that he's in a better place now.
Love,
Alex van Vliet
(Grand Nephew, age 12)
August 6, 2014
Uncle John was a caring and a great uncle to have around. He was a funny man even though I didn't see him much at all.
love William.
(Grand Nephew 10yrs old)
William van Vliet
August 6, 2014
Uncle John was a caring and a great uncle to have around. He was a funny man even though I didn't see him much at all.
love William.
(Grand Nephew 10yrs old)
Dan Guerrette
August 6, 2014
Dear Mary and family: I am very sorry to have read about John's passing today.
I am grateful that I had the opportunity to speak with him at your recent retirement party. We worked together many years ago helping troubled juveniles in the Nashua community and it was always a pleasure to see him periodically since then.
I offer my deepest condolences to you, John's wife and other family members.
Doreen Springer
August 6, 2014
So sad to learn of the passing of John Hurley! It was a pleasure to have known him. Always a smile and a kind word from him. R.I.P.John.I know the Angels are dancing and singing because you have joined them.
Thomas Keane
August 6, 2014
I worked with John for many years at MEEI he was the most patient person I have ever met. He fought so hard for all his patients getting them so much help with limited resources. Men like John are quiet heros who made a big difference in so many lives. John you will be missed and I feel so fortunate to have known you.
Tom Keane
Gayle Golden
August 5, 2014
John Hurley was a consummate gentleman and renaissance man. Whether telling a story with his unique wit and flair, sharing insights on music, film or art or hosting a party with Judy, he delighted you with his intelligence, genuine love of people and keen observations. He loved food, parties, music and travel and most of all, life itself. He was the social worker's social worker treating each patient with the dignity and respect they deserved and collaborating with the professional staff in the most effective way possible to ensure each patient received the care they deserved. I am grateful for the opportunity I had to know him and learn from him. Bob joins me in sending our condolences to Judy and family.
Mary Leach
August 5, 2014
John will always be in the hearts of Mass. Eye and Ear's longer-term employees. We will miss him.
August 5, 2014
There are so many good things to say about John. He was, first and foremost, always a kind and gentle person. He was always willing to lend a hand to others and to share his dry and/or witty humor at just the right time. I enjoyed working with him at MEEI and know that he will be remembered by the people whose lives he touched. He will always be my friend.
Gayl
August 5, 2014
John was truly a gentleman and a renaissance man. No one loved life, good food, travel and the arts any more than he did. His unique wit and appreciation of everyone's value won over his colleagues and patients alike. He was the social worker's social worker, treating everyone he met with dignity and respect. I am grateful for the opportunity to know him. Bob joins me in sending condolences to Judy and his family. Gayle Golden
August 5, 2014
Very saddened to learn of John's passing. It was a pleasure to know him.
Karen Schneider
August 5, 2014
It was very kind of John, when he was at Mary's retirement party, to ask Judy to bring me to him so he could wish me well in my new position as Mary's successor at the Adult Learning Center. That meant a lot to me. Carol
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