Robert Hurst Obituary Robert James Hurst, Sr., 95, passed away January 13, 2024 peacefully in his home surrounded by family and loved ones. He is predeceased by his parents, Luther J. Hurst and Kate Hudgins Hurst; and sister, Jean King. Robert grew up in Matthews County and Portsmouth, VA. He attended VPI and served in U. S. M. C. during the Korean war. He married Marie Turnage, the love of his life whom he adored from then to eternity. He was a pilot and loved flying his Cessna 152. He loved his 1953 Chris-Craft boat that he restored himself. Robert was proud of his children and grandchildren, and was especially fond of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Marie; children, Robert Hurst, Jr. (Lynne) of Lumberton, NC, Katie McCotter (Mike) of Suffolk, VA, Frances Medlin (Tim) of Clarksville, VA, and Jeanne Hornak (Chris) of Germany; 3 grandchildren, Robert Medlin, Corrine Quillian, and Adam Hornak; 2 great grandchildren, Stanley Quillian and Audry Medlin; nieces, Donna McAley and Freddie King; his cats, Sundae and Monday; and dear friend and caregiver, Eric Riley. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Food Bank at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, or a charity of your choice. R. W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home, North Suffolk Chapel is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at RWBakerFH.com. Obituary published on Legacy.com by R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory - Northern Suffolk Chapel on Jan. 17, 2024. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchName=Robert+Hurst&page=1 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/robert-hurst-obituary?id=54134055 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Robert James Hurst, Sr., 95, passed away on 13 January 2024, surrounded by family. He was predeceased by his parents and sister. He is survived by his wife Marie, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and close friends. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services Funeral services for Robert James Hurst, Sr. were managed by R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home, North Suffolk Chapel. ### The Edited Obituary Robert Hurst Obituary Robert James Hurst, Sr., 95, passed away 13 January 2024 peacefully in his home surrounded by family and loved ones. He is predeceased by his parents, Luther J. Hurst and Kate Hudgins Hurst; and sister, Jean King. Robert grew up in Matthews County and Portsmouth, VA. He attended VPI and served in U.S.M.C. during the Korean War. He married Marie Turnage, the love of his life whom he adored from then to eternity. He was a pilot and loved flying his Cessna 152. He loved his 1953 Chris-Craft boat that he restored himself. Robert was proud of his children and grandchildren, and was especially fond of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Marie; children, Robert Hurst, Jr. (Lynne) of Lumberton, NC, Katie McCotter (Mike) of Suffolk, VA, Frances Medlin (Tim) of Clarksville, VA, and Jeanne Hornak (Chris) of Germany; 3 grandchildren, Robert Medlin, Corrine Quillian, and Adam Hornak; 2 great-grandchildren, Stanley Quillian and Audry Medlin; nieces, Donna McAley and Freddie King; his cats, Sundae and Monday; and dear friend and caregiver, Eric Riley. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Food Bank at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, or a charity of your choice. R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home, North Suffolk Chapel is serving the family. Condolences may be registered at RWBakerFH.com. Obituary published on Legacy.com by R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory - Northern Suffolk Chapel on 17 January 2024. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchName=Robert+Hurst&page=1 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/robert-hurst-obituary?id=54134055 ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Robert James Hurst, Sr. | |---------|---------------------------| | Age | 95 | | Birth | 1928 (estimated); Unknown | | Death | 13 January 2024; His home | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------|----------------------|-----------------| | Robert James Hurst, Sr. | Decedent | His home | | Marie Hurst | Spouse | Unknown | | Luther J. Hurst | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Kate Hudgins Hurst | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Jean King | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Robert Hurst, Jr. | Child | Lumberton, NC | | Katie McCotter | Child | Suffolk, VA | | Frances Medlin | Child | Clarksville, VA | | Jeanne Hornak | Child | Germany | | Robert Medlin | Grandchild | Unknown | | Corrine Quillian | Grandchild | Unknown | | Adam Hornak | Grandchild | Unknown | | Stanley Quillian | Great-Grandchild | Unknown | | Audry Medlin | Great-Grandchild | Unknown | | Donna McAley | Niece | Unknown | | Freddie King | Niece | Unknown | | Eric Riley | Friend and Caregiver | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Robert James Hurst, Sr. grew up in Matthews County and Portsmouth, VA. 2. He attended VPI and served in the U.S.M.C. during the Korean War. 3. He was a pilot and loved flying his Cessna 152. 4. He restored his 1953 Chris-Craft boat himself. 5. He was proud of his children and grandchildren, and was especially fond of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 6. He had two cats named Sundae and Monday.