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Jack Hurley Obituary
MELROSE - Jack A. Hurley, 82, of Hurley Road, Melrose (Town of Schaghticoke), beloved husband for 53 years to Mary Jarvis Hurley, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
Born in Troy, N.Y., he was the son of the late Harry A. and Anne Anderson Hurley, was educated in the Lansingburgh schools, graduated from Lansingburgh High School and Hudson Valley Community College, where he earned his A.A.S. in Automotive Technology. Jack also served in the U.S. Navy with the Seabees.
As a young boy, Jack worked alongside his father at Hurley's Garage in Melrose. Jack continued to build the business adding body work and heavy-duty towing. Matthew, Jack's son also worked for the business and upon Jack's retirement, became the third-generation owner of the garage and 24/7 towing operation.
Jack was a Life Member and Past President of the Melrose Volunteer Fire Co., and a member of the Veterans of Lansingburgh. Jack loved his home (both in New York and in Bonita Springs, Florida), spending time with his grandchildren, surfing Facebook Marketplace and Amazon, traveling across the country in his motorhome, camping at Rogers Rock in Lake George, classic cars, but above all else, he loved his family.
Beloved husband to Mary, devoted father of Patricia Hurley-Dyer and Matthew (Tiffany) Hurley; cherished grandfather, "Peep" and "Popi" to Darren P. Dyer, Jr., Estelle Hurley and Jackson Hurley; dear brother of Linda Labrum (Douglas D'Addario); also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Jack's Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the White-Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc., 58 Leversee Rd. (RT-40 in Speigletown), Troy, N.Y. 12182. Interment with military honors will be held in St. John's Cemetery, Schaghticoke following the service.
Relatives and friends are invited to Calling Hours in the funeral home on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Those desiring, may make memorial contributions to the charity of their choice in memory of Jack A. Hurley.
Please feel free to offer your online Condolences at whitesanvidgefuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
David H.Keyishian
November 30, 2024
I send my sympathies to the entire Hurley family.Jack was a fine gentlemen.He will be missed very much.
Doris Wolfe
November 29, 2024
To Mary , Matt & Family; I am so sorry for your loss and will dearly miss Jack. I always enjoyed our talks whenever I can into the garage for work on my car. He will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.
Margaret Q. Jarem
November 28, 2024
Feeling much sadness for the Hurley Family. Trish has been such a helpful friend; I´m sure your whole family share this quality. In prayer, Margy Jarem
Evehalloran
November 27, 2024
Mary.. Mathew...Tricia...my condolences to you all . Jack will always be remembered for his kind generosity to all ...
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Ken Jewett
November 27, 2024
Jack was/is the nicest guy I've met in the auto business. Say hello to Jesus for me.
Fred MacNaughton
November 27, 2024
Hurley Family,
I'm saddened to learn of the passing of Jack. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. May he rest in peace.
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Nov
29
Calling hours
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
White-Sanvidge Funeral Home58 Leversee Rd RT-40 Speigletown, Troy, NY 12182
Nov
30
Funeral service
10:00 a.m.
White-Sanvidge Funeral Home58 Leversee Rd RT-40 Speigletown, Troy, NY 12182
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