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John Hurley, 67 of Prosper, TX, passed away on August 29, 2023, comforted by family. He was born August 23, 1956, in Toms River, NJ to Arthur Oscar and Ada Jane (Tobiassen) Hurley. He and his family lived in New Jersey during his school aged years. After high school, he served in the Navy and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Following active duty, he transferred to Naval Reserves and had a long career with AT&T as a Network Engineer and had a long tenure with the New York City Board of Education. John was a dedicated father to his children, Gabriel and Abigail Hurley. He worked tirelessly to secure a better life for his kids than what he had. Always present at their activities and events, John was intentional to connect, help and support his family, friends, and community. Whether volunteering at the bingo hall or serving as an officer at the Lacey Elks, there was never a task too big or too small for John. He embraced life wholeheartedly, never missing a day of work, he often seemed invincible. John moved to Prosper, TX in 2017 to be near his grandchildren, where he continued to show his devotion by cheering the kids on at their sports games and dance performances and celebrating life through countless adventures together. His commitment to family and unconditional love showed in everything he did. Papa John, as he was affectionately known to so many, was always the man you could count on for a laugh, a helping hand, or the most genuine bear hugs whenever someone needed one. In 2018, he met Suzanne, his devoted wife. While they were married only four short years his devotion to her was larger than life itself and showed in the everyday very special ways that he loved her in word and deed. They celebrated many magical moments together that can be described as a true love story. John lived with Suzanne and stepsons Nicholas and Jacob. John loved to ride his Harley Davidson and was a friend to all with a smile and beautiful blue eyes that lit up a room no matter where he was. His character was second to none and his kindness and generous spirit has left a legacy far and wide on this earth. John is survived by his wife Suzanne Hurley; brother Donald Hurley; daughter Abigail; son Gabriel and his wife Anna Hurley; half-sisters, Helen Robertson and Betty Morales; step-brother Robert Lupo; step-sister, Alice Rudnicky; step-son Jeremy Hart; step-daughter Jessi and husband Nick Miller;, step-sons Nicholas and Jacob Hernandez; and two amazing grandchildren, Colby and Addi Miller. John is preceded in death by his parents; brother Claude Hurley; and half-brothers Robert and Thomas Homolivich. This family is grateful for the medical attention, love, and support from everyone involved in his care at Texas Health Plano Presbyterian Hospital and Lifecare Hospital of Plano. A Celebration of Life will be held at their home in Prosper, TX on Saturday September 30th noon to 4PM and at the Lacey Elks Lodge in Lacey Township, New Jersey on October 28th from 2PM to 6PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Parting Stones memorial fund https://gofund.me/fe133cd2 Arrangements are under the direction of Bradley Shotts and Slay Memorial Funeral Center.

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John Hurley

August 23, 1956 - August 29, 2023