Brother Knights,
It is with deep sadness I announce the passing of our beloved brother – Tom Hurd. Thomas E. Hurd, 82, passed away June 8, 2022 due to complications associated with a stroke. Born on September 24, 1939 in Springfield, VT to the late Edmund and Mary Hurd, Tom graduated from Springfield High School and the Kings Point Merchant Marine Academy. He served in Vietnam and subsequent marine service whereby he navigated vessels throughout the world. After leaving the Merchant Marines, he was a pilot for the Portland, ME harbor, a Marine Accident Investigator for the National Transportation Safety Board and worked at the Military Sealift Command.
Tom was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Annapolis, where he was Chairman of the Respect Life Committee and participated in Eucharistic Adoration. Tom was a proud 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 1384 which he joined on July 1st, 1971. Tom’s passion was his Catholic faith and endless efforts to promote the Right to Life Movement.
He is survived by his wife, Michelina “Mykie” Buteau Hurd, whom he married on August 16, 1975; his siblings, James Hurd of Homer, AK, John Hurd of Fort Wayne, IN, Paul Hurd of Cape May, NJ and Ann Spurrier of Denver, CO and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Friends are invited to celebrate Tom’s life on Sunday, June 12 from 2 to 4 pm & from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. A celebration of his life will follow at the Knight’s Hall (610 N Bestgate Rd.) immediately thereafter. Interment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Springfield, VT at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD 21401. Condolences may be made online by visiting the memory link on this page.
Fraternally,
SK Mr John Paraschak
johnparaschak@gmail.com
Priscilla Woychosky (Millay)
Oh no ----shocked and so sad to hear that we have lost yet another long time friend and classmate. Prayers for his family. Priscilla
Judith Parker (Turmail)
What a big loss from our class. Tom was always a gentleman and fun time friend. I enjoyed the Alumni contact and conversations with Tom.
Healing thoughts are with his family. I am so very sorry.🙏🏻
Natalie Kinsman (Brown)
Sending my condolences to Tom's family..So very sad to lose another classmate, Tom was always very friendly to all. And always looked forward to seeing him at our class reunions.
Natalie
Lila Chromec (Hemlin)
Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. My prayers, thoughts, and sympathy to his family. Tom was always a gentleman and a good friend, enjoyed seeing him at our reunions, last time at our 50th.Patricia Hoskiewicz (Allen)
I am so sorry to hear this sad news of Tommy Hurd's passing. He was always a good friend and gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Carroll A Stearns (Comstock)
Tom was definitely one of the good guys, loved that smile. I enjoyed very much our last conversation at the last reunion he attended. He will be missed. Heartfelt condolences to his family.
Cynthia Dyshlevich (Ploof)
Was so saddened to hear of Tom"s passing. What an amazing life he had. He will be remembered as a gentleman and "a friend to all". Enjoyed the visits with he and Mykie at class reunions. He will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family. Don and Cynthia
Nancy Moore (Shanks)
I AM SO VERY SORRY ABOUT HEARING OF HIS PASSING TOM WAS A SPECIAL CLASSMATE CARED FOR BY ALL THE CLASSMATES OF 1958 SPRINGFIELD VERMONT MY PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY HE WAS SPECIAL NANCY MOORE SHANKS.
Barrett Cowen
I was deeply saddened by the news of Tom's passing. Tom and I were nearby Wall St. friends and classmates (from East School to the end) that enjoyed many similar interests and activities throughout our educational, professional and retirement years. Ruth and I are forwarding our condolences to Tom's wife Michelina and family.
Diane Tabor
Late to learn the sad news of Tom's passing. I think of his life as exemplary in so many ways -- his competence, kindness, dignity, integrity -- his deep caring for family and friends, and for humankind. A great loss for his family, and for all of us.