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Steve Lentz
March 19, 2019
Pat was one of my closest friends through 7th grade. After my family moved to Omaha we lost touch, but I always recalled his kindness and the fun we had. Was shocked to see he passed away so many years ago. RIP my friend and know you made a difference in this world.
Rick Fields
January 16, 2003
Dear Mike, My sister Sarah told me about Pat and your Dad the other day and I was stunned. I am so sorry, and I wish I could have been there to give you my condolences. My memories of our incredible trip to Europe so many years ago are still very fresh. Remember Pat's futile attempt to grow a beard in the month we were away? I will have to try to find the picture I have of him with it, although you can barely tell it's a beard. I want you to know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family, and that I will always hold that wonderful time in my heart as one of the greatest events of my life. Do you think George Carthage's eyes were rolling back when he saw Pat coming? Please take care, and get in touch sometime. Again, with my deepest sympathy I wish you well.
Sincerely,
Rick Fields
Kathleen Ziegenfuss
January 12, 2003
Dear Hurley Cousins,
I have thought of you often these last few weeks. Patrick was a great man and a wonderful cousin and nephew (according to Donna.) The service and party you all had for Patrick was first class, just like he was. My love to you all! Kathy
Tara Taylor
January 7, 2003
Ann - My thoughts and prayers are with you. I loved reading about your bro. What a special person he was and will continue to be in your life. Please call next time you come to Denver. We will go on a special hike or bike ride in remembrance of your big bro. Hugs, Tara
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sandy hill & tina
December 31, 2002
This is to the Hurley family, and especially Ann. You are in our hearts and our prayers. God Be With You. We love you. Sandy and Tina
Martha Anderson
December 27, 2002
To the Hurley family, especially to Kathy...we all have a heartfelt sadness at the news of your brother's death. Kathy, even though we, our family, cannot be with you at this time we are wrapping our arms around you and holding you up. Peace...love Martha, Paul, Cathy and Bill, Elizabeth and Magnus, Thomas, Mary and Bob and the kids, Quinn, Simon, Ben, William and Charlotte.
grundy
December 26, 2002
Hogan-
To my best man and best friend Pat "Hogan" Hurley.
People were Pat's passion, and I'm the richer for that passion. Pat's availability was unsurpassed, he always made himself available to those who needed him, he was willing to do anything, anytime, for anybody.
I first met Pat some eighteen years ago, when through another friend of his he offered a room in his house for me to rent. Throughout the next three years living with Pat "In the Park" an unmatched friendship was forged.
Pat was the consummate golfing companion, his passion for playing the great game and retaining the games integrity never wavered.
Pat was often uncomfortable with his swing/game, and one of his favorite sayings was "I hate this game Grundy" then, in the same breath would ask "what time do we tee off tomorrow?"
You're away Mr. Hogan
Snead
pc
December 26, 2002
Our family moved to Edina the summer before Pat and I entered 6th grade. I met Pat at the ECC Caddy Shack. I was instantly drawn to this freckle faced, red headed kid who was always laughing. While we both enjoyed the money we were able to make from caddying, what we really enjoyed were the caddy shack activities before we'd get sent down to caddy. We became friends while pitching nickels, playing shack ball and our favorite caddy shack activity; playing cards, blackjack and guts. This is when I was first exposed to a simple life lesson. Whether the activity was dealing blackjack or pitching nickels, work, play or just hanging out; every activity was more fun when Pat Hurley was involved.
I clearly remember how disappointed I was during one of our grade school summer vacations when Pat told me he was going over to Europe for a couple weeks. As I listened dejectedly, he went on to tell me it wasn't his family that was going, but it was the OLG Choir Director who was taking Pat and Pat's brother MIke, along with some other OLG students. In disbelief at what was about to happen, I tried to get Pat to back out of the trip. "Pat, it's not even your mom and dad that are going, it's Mr. Carthage. How can you miss 2 weeks of card playing at the caddy shack for a trip to Europe with a boring choir teacher? Besides, only old people go to Europe." It was a tough question and I had Pat on the defensive. He mumbled some silly answer about how his mother thought it would be a good experience for Mike and he. Caddying wasn't nearly as much fun while he was gone. I held a grudge against Europe and Mr. Carthage for a long time because Pat went on that trip.
I hated the 'European vacation' feeling of some 30 odd years ago when Pat was gone and I hate the feeling now. I'm left wondering, again, why couldn't Pat stay? Pat's given us a lifetime of laughter filled memories that will continue to enrich our lives. My initial impressions of Pat from 40 years ago haven't changed. He was the Irish leprechaun who brought laughter, joy and selfless friendship into everyone's life. I can only imagine the pride his siblings feel in having Pat as their big brother. Our family had a toast to Pat last night with the Irish Liquor and note he left us for Christmas. And thinking like that little kid again, here's my explanation for why we lost Pat. It must be that the people up in heaven want to have some of the same fun we've been having for the last 49 years.
Katie Summers
December 25, 2002
To The Hurley Kids
We are so sorry for your loss of PJ. He was a wonderful friend to young and old and will be missed by his golfing buddies, the people he really talked to cause he had a way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the world and all the children that he showed his love to.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Katie,Steve,Mary, Johnny and Timmy
Laurie Anderson
December 25, 2002
How truly blessed I am that while home from Kentucky for Christmas, I saw Pat at Bunny's the night before he passed away. He was with Paul Carter and Dave Saari. We reminisced, laughed and hugged each other, wishing all a Merry Christmas. As many of my high school friends will attest, I had a huge crush on Pat for many years and always considered him a dear friend, even though we saw each other infrequently. He had a rare gift for befriending people with his constant smile and laugh.
Hurls, thank you for your friendship and for the laughs you gave me Friday night at Bunny's. I will deeply miss you.
Dave & Kris Pierro
December 24, 2002
Hurley Cousins:
Our sincere condolences. We are shocked and saddened greatly by the news of Patrick's passing.
Our prayers are with you.
Margaret Farrell
December 24, 2002
From the McNamara cousins in
Washington: God bless you all and know that we are with you in spirit, you are in our prayers.
Bruce Meyer
December 24, 2002
I met Pat at Baker National Golf Club. I was a new member in 1998 and he was one of my first team partners. He was very friendly and fun to play with. I was very saddened to hear of his death
Jamie Carter
December 24, 2002
Pat was a great role model to younger childern and friend to my father. We wil miss you "uncle PJ."
Love-
Jamie Carter
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