Lewis E. Hurley

CROSWELL- Lewis E. Hurley, age 79, a resident of Croswell, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at his home with his family at his side. He was born on August 6, 1944, in Croswell, a son of the late Wesley J. and Viloa “Shine” G. (Fockler) Hurley. Lew married Sharon May Elizabeth Prouse on August 22, 1964, in Croswell. She preceded him in death on January 20, 2018. Lew was known as a man who was devoted to following Jesus, to loving his family well, and to loyally serving his community. Lew graduated from the Cros-Lex High School in the Class of 1962 and then attended Central Michigan University where he earned a degree in education. After graduation, he returned home and spent the first 7 years of his teaching career at the Peck High School. He then served 31 years in the Cros-Lex School District as a teacher, assistant principal at both the Middle and High Schools, and then as principal of Geiger Elementary School. Lew also owned and operated Hurley’s Roller Rink for 15 years. He was an active member of the Croswell Free Methodist Church, teaching Sunday School, leading youth group, and singing in the choir. He was also known for singing bass in the Gospelaires Quartet. In his free time, Lew was a master gardener, and enjoyed camping, fishing, and reading on his back deck. He is survived by his three daughters, Carolyn Bushong, Tammy (Bryan) Williams and Michelle (Matthew) Stokes; 12 grandchildren; two brothers, Charles Hurley, and Joel (Donna) Hurley. Several nieces and nephews. Lew was preceded in death by his infant son, Michael Hurley and his stepfather, Earl Urmy. Visitation will be from 2-8 P.M. on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at the Pomeroy Funeral Home in Croswell. Funeral services will be held at 11 A.M. on Friday at the Croswell Free Methodist Church, with visiting from 10-11 A.M. at the church on Friday. Lew’s son-in-law Rev. Bryan Williams and Rev. Linda Fuller of the Croswell Free Methodist Church will officiate. Interment will follow in the Croswell Cemetery. Memorials in memory of Lew may be made to the Croswell Free Methodist Church.

Lewis E. Hurley

August 6, 1944 - January 25, 2024