Daniel R. Hurley ’63

DANIEL R. HURLEY, Jupiter, FL, died February 23, 2019, the College learned recently. Born in Elmont, NY, Dan received a bachelor’s degree in English at Saint Michael’s, and master’s degrees from City College of New York and William Patterson University in New Jersey. He taught English in both the Bronx and Brooklyn, NY, as well as Emerson High School in New Jersey. With his family, Dan moved to Jupiter, FL, in 1984 and joined the English Department at Forest Hills High School. He taught there for six years, then moved to the Jupiter High School guidance department. Dan was an avid sports fan and lifelong athlete who coached student sports throughout his academic career. After 50 years in the classroom, he volunteered with the Jupiter Hospital and Medical Center Auxiliary. Two days a week he played with his golf buddies and one day a week led tours of the Jupiter Lighthouse. Those who knew Dan appreciated his love of storytelling; as a small child his nickname was “Say a Few Words, Dan,” and he never failed to do so. Dan was predeceased by a daughter. He is survived by his wife Andrea, a daughter, a son-in-law, two grandchildren, and extended family.