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JOSEPH HURLEY Obituary

JOSEPH G. "JOE" HURLEY Age 82, passed away after a long illness, a t home in Hollywood, California on November 18, 2009. He was born January 5, 1927, in Jeannette, Pennsylvania, the fifth of Andrew and Marie Hurley's seven children. Joe attended Saint Vincent Preparatory School and Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, where he excelled in debating. Following service in the U.S. Army in WWII, he received a Juris Doctor degree from The Catholic University of America School of Law. In 1949, he married Clara Tebbets, and in 1950 they moved to Southern California, wh ere Joe began a long, successful career in North Hollywood as a personal injury attorney and real estate developer. Among his numerous philanthropic, civil and cultural organizational activities, Joe served for more than 30 years as President, as well as a Director of, the Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, was a driving force in establishing the Community Redevelopment Agency/Los Angeles in North Hollywood, active in the North Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, and was a member of the California State Bar Boar d of Governors and other state and federal judicial committees. He is survived by his wife, Clara; and two sisters, Helen Hurley McKenna and Barbara Hurley Schanberger. Visitations will take place from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., on Friday, November 20, 2009, and 7:30 to 8:15 a.m., on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Valley Funeral Home, 2121 W. Burbank Blvd., Burbank, CA 91506 (818-845-3766). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catho lic Church, 10800 Moorpark St., North Hollywood, CA 91602 (818-766-3838), followed by interment at the San Fernando Mission Cemetery, 11160 Stranwood Ave., Mission Hills, CA 91345 (818-361-7387), and a reception at Maximillian's, 11330 Weddington St., North Hollywood, CA 91601 (818-760-1300). In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Andrew and Marie Fitzgerald Hurley Scholarship, c/o Saint Vincent College, 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA 15650 (724-532-6600).

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on Nov. 20, 2009.

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Steven Robinson

March 7, 2010

I never knew Joseph Hurley, but from his discriptions in these condolences, he would have been someone i would have liked to have met. I do know his wife, Clara. She is a classy lady and very much respected. I hope the great memories you had of Joe soon fill the void in your heart.

Vince DonVito

November 25, 2009

Mr. Hurley,

You'll be missed. God has never made a soul like yours. Smart, strong, respected, reliable and always entertaining. Thanks for the lessons and everlasting spirit!

Respectfully yours,
Vince DonVito
Karate 4 Kids USA

November 21, 2009

Joe was a huge advocate for arts education. The Music Center would not be a national leader in this field without his steadfast support and leadership.

- Mark Slavkin, VP for Education, LA Music Center

Susan Ralston

November 20, 2009

You will always be remembered as a fine friend and father. Rest in peace. --Sue Ralston

Ping C. Shen

November 20, 2009

I'm deeply saddened to hear this news.
Mr. Hurley was such a terrific mentor, a good friend, a wonderful soul. You influenced so many people, personally and professionally. You will be remembered by all of us.

John Meyer

November 20, 2009

Having met Mr Hurley only twice, it was obvious he was a larger than life character, held in high esteem by those around him. Thoroughly educated and entertaining, he could take a bit of seeming minutia and extrapolate the concept to a world view that was quite amazing. He will be greatly missed by many.

Angel Griesel

November 20, 2009

No one who ever had the pleasure of knowing Joseph Hurley could possibly ever forget him. He was a kind-hearted and generous person, gregarious in nature and always had a word or two of wisdom to share. He loved all of his family and cared deeply for his employees and friends. He will certainly be missed in my heart.

Elizabeth Fistel

November 20, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Hurley's passing. Although I only worked for him a very short time Mr. Hurley was so memorable a person that I have carried him fondly in my heart. I am better for knowing him.

Jimmy Butler

November 20, 2009

The Best Mentor, Friend and Boss Anyone Could Ever Wish For. I Miss You, Joe.

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