Larry Hurst

Larry Lee Hurst, age 81, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2022. He was born on July 31, 1940 to Lawrence Donald Hurst and Enid Maree (Wiggins) Hurst in Jefferson, Iowa.

Larry graduated from Cooper High School, then received his Bachelor’s Degree from Drake University. Larry was a dedicated pharmacist for over 50 years! In late December of 1963, Larry and Lois married. Together they created a loving and happy life together. Larry loved his family and was always telling bad dad jokes. During his free time, Larry enjoyed traveling and playing cribbage. On Sundays he enjoyed teaching Sunday School.

Larry is survived by his wife, Lois Hurst; children, Bridget (Al) Pasker and Laura (Doug) Snyder; grandchildren, Alex Pasker, Aubrey (Anthony) Harbaugh, Wyatt (Angie) Snyder, Ann (Jordan) Wickre, and Eli Pasker; sister, Marsha (Chuck) Freidl.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ike and Enid Hurst; and grandson, Ben Snyder.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 21st, 2022 with a visitation one-hour prior at New Heights Church, 3000 SE 9th St. Des Moines, IA 50315. Hawaiian attire is encouraged. Interment will follow at Stuart Cemetery in Runnells.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Prelude Behavioral Services via New Heights Church.

Condolences may be expressed online at:
www.Hamiltonsfuneralhome.com

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