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Earl E. Hurd
Earl graduated from Everett High School in 1945. He played varsity basketball and their team won the cross-state league championship. He attended one year at Washington State University. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and a life member of the Everett Elks Club and the YMCA. Earl was an avid body builder in his early years.
He joined the Everett Fire Department on June 1, 1949, and retired as Captain on May 21, 1978. Earl married Carmen Finnestad on May 1, 1952 and had just celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary. They both loved Dixieland Jazz and enjoyed traveling to many jazz festivals.
Earl is survived by his wife, Carmen; sister-in-law, Gwen; daughter, Pam Sherman and husband, Dave; son, Steve; grandchildren, Derek, Ashley, Haley and Stevie; two step-grandchildren, Jeremy and Katrina; cousin, Stan Hurd and his wife, Loretta.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2324 Lombard, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or the YMCA. Arrangements are under the care of Solie Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Earl Hurd
Sheryl Barker (Wehr)
May 29, 2008
Hurd Family:
I remember Earl from the days of keeping score for my Dad's sports teams at the Boy's Club. Those times brought many moods but I do remember the smiles. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Roger Hansen
May 27, 2008
Pam,
I am deeply sorry to hear about your Dad. I know you are surrounded by friends and a good family to help you though this difficult time.
Take care,
Duane & Rosanne Schireman
May 26, 2008
Carmen, been missing you two at the "Y". So sorry to hear of your loss of Earl. Always enjoyed talking with him in the weight rooms and also with you at the "table" at the Y in Everett. Take care. Duane and Rosanne Schireman
David Toivonen
May 25, 2008
To Earls Family,
In the early 70's I broke my back and was paralyzed for awhile. When I started to make a recovery I would go work out down at the Elks to build up the muscles I'd lost. Earl was there and worked out with me and gave me a lot of inspiration. He helped me with my recovery just by being there and being friendly and helping me figure out what excersises would be good for me. I have often spoken very fondly of him. I hope you are all as prould to be his family as I am to call him a friend from my past. My thoughts go with you.
David Toivonen
May 25, 2008
Carmen & family
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
Our sympathy & prayers are with you.
Janice & Ed Hagberg.Saskatoon,Sk.
Doreen & Jim Donohue
May 25, 2008
Carmen and Family -
You all are in our thoughts and prayers - with our very deepest sympathy,
Kim DeVries
May 24, 2008
Carman, my thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this difficult time.
Carole & John De Vries
May 24, 2008
We share in your sorrow - You and the family are in our prayers. Thanks be to God for the promise of a reunion with loved ones in our Eternal Home someday!
Jim Branstrom
May 22, 2008
Carman,
I'm sorry to hear of Earl's passing. I have so many good memories from my time working with him and with his father. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
May 22, 2008
Carman
We are so sorry to hear about Earl.
Will see at the Church.
Peace be with you.
Richard and Judy Hohn
Gene & Doris Hasson
May 22, 2008
Carmen, We are very sorry for your loss. You lost a long time loved one and i lost a long time friend.
Gene Hasson
Dolores Melby Hibbert
May 22, 2008
Carmen, I was so shocked when I saw Earl's obit. Could just hear Wally saying "Well Earl". Harry, Wally and Earl will have a great time together but what a sad day for the rest of us.
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