Dorothy Hurley - Roberson Funeral Home

Dorothy Hurley

June 19, 1929 - January 4, 2012

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Dorothy L. Hurley, 82, of North Port, Florida died Wed. January 4, 2012 in Venice, Florida.

Dorothy was born June 19, 1929 in Castine, Maine to the late Ray and Ethel Howard. She was the youngest daughter of five children and the only daughter. She loved music and studied at Brynmore in Pennsylvania , Seattle Pacific and Washington State University and with several private tutors.

She was married to Lawrence “Larry” Hurley in Chicago, Illinois on April 18, 1952 and was a housewife while her children were growing up. While in Connecticut, she was a Certified Nurse’s Aide for 25 years. She and her husband moved to Florida in 2001.

Dorothy is survived by her loving family, her husband, Lawrence Hurley of North Port; two daughters, Sandra (Sam) Humphries of Parker, CO and Joyce (Joy) Guffy of Sarasota, FL; a brother, Kenneth Howard of Deer Isle, ME; three grandsons, Thatcher Graham of Phoenixville, PA, Corbin Graham of Holyoke, MA and Hurley Graham of Brooklyn, NY; and two granddaughters, Carrie Guffy and Stacy Guffy both of Arcadia, FL:

Memorial services will be held Saturday 2:00 PM,June 9, 2012 at Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel. Rev. Brian James will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice, Inc., 4955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238.

Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to sign the memory book and extend condolences to the family. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory Port Charlotte Chapel.

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Dorothy L. Hurley, 82, of North Port, Florida died Wed. January 4, 2012 in Venice, Florida. Dorothy was born June 19, 1929 in Castine, Maine to the late Ray and Ethel Howard. She was the youngest daughter of five children and the only daughter. She loved music and studied at Brynmore in Pennsylvania , Seattle…

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I have so many fond memories of Dot when she lived in California. She was always so kind.

I instantly fell in love with Dot and will always remember her with love and affection! So sorry for your loss , we will all meet again! Heidi

My sympathy and best wishes to Larry and his family. Jim Maloney

Mrs. Hurley seems like a cheerful, loving woman, who was nice to everyone no matter what. She reminds me of my grandmother, who was also a nurse, and I would love to have known this lovely woman.

I don't know you personally, but I feel that you deserve the deepest condolences from everybody, not just the people that you are close to. I want you to know that I am very sorry for your loss and I wish you the best for the future :) Also, I'm very sorry if this is intrusive in any way.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Larry, She will be missed. Our thoughts are with you. Cathy & Carl

Larry Sorry to hear of the death of your wife. You two were married for almost 60 years - WOW. That is quite an accomplishment for both of you. You will miss her, but please keep up your good works with your many organizations. Condolances - Garry Ketts

Larry We were so very sorry to hear of Dot's recent passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss. Dot was a wonderful woman who will be greatly missed by many! Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this very difficult time. Lenny & Dave

LARRY: I wish to extend my deepest condolences to You and Your family at the loss of your beloved wife Dorothy. It is an awful tragedy when someone leaves us behind, but eternal forces will happily bring us all to a common place, may be somewhat of a solace. Sincerely Horst……..

Dear Larry, My sincerest condolences on the passing of your wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Cathy Negrycz (CCGSI)

Eternal rest grant unto Dorothy and ma perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul rest in peace. Our prayers are with Larry at this time.

Larry, I'm very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you & your family. Barbara & Chuck

I have many good memoies of the time I spent with Dot and I'll never forget her. The most poignant one was on May 23 the annivary of my mothers death. I asked Dot to play the Ave Maria for me and she wheeled herself to the living room and hoped on the piano stool. Behind some old music sheets barely showing was my mother and fathers song I'll get by. I then asked her to play it for me and she did. She related to me that she had not seen or played that song in 20 yrs . I stood behind her, with tears rolling down my face as she played and sang better than I had ever heard it performed. She was not aware of the date of my mothers passing. I related it to her after and we both felt it was a God given moment. We shared a lot of laughter together too many to tell.. The worlds loss is heavens gain as she was so brilliant and talented numerous gifts that can't be numbered.So now she is conducting a choir of angels and saints. I loved her very much and she promised to watch over me if she preceded me to our true home. .

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.