Dennis A. Hurley Jr.

1952 - 2013

Dennis A. Hurley Jr. obituary, 1952-2013, Alpharetta, GA

BORN

1952

DIED

2013

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Roswell Funeral Home

950 Mansell Road

Roswell, Georgia

Dennis Hurley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 7, 2013.

Dennis Augustine Hurley Jr. beloved husband, son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on October 31, 2013. We are shocked and saddened by his sudden passing.

Denny was born in Richmond, VA and grew up in Winston-Salem, NC. After graduating with a degree in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he went on to receive his MBA from Wake Forest. Denny spent over 30 years working for IBM, where he met his wife of 28 years, Dianne.

Denny and Dianne shared an uncommon love. A love that began in Maryland, grew in Connecticut, and was proven too strong to break, in Atlanta. When Dianne developed a debilitating illness several years ago, it was Denny who dropped everything to care for her. His career and plans for his future were, without hesitation, cast aside in order to ensure Dianne's continued care and well-being. Denny's final years were spent fulfilling his promise to Dianne to always take care of her.

Denny was a die-hard UNC Tar Heel fan. After particularly close games, friends and family could expect a call from Denny, of either relief or disappointment, depending on the outcome of the game. Although he did not win, one of his proudest moments was playing a game of horse with UNC men's basketball legend Walter Davis.

From watching back episodes of old British mystery shows, tracking Somali Pirates and giving gag gifts to friends, Denny's passions were a reflection of his eclectic tastes and mischievous humor. Regardless of the occasion, Denny's presence always made it an enjoyable and memorable event.

Denny was uncommonly generous. He firmly believed that if he had the ability to help someone, then it was his responsibility to do so. Countless individuals have been touched by his kindness, advice and support.

Denny is survived by his children, Brian and Lindsay; his sister Kitty; his brothers Bob and Mike; Dianne's family; his IBM family; the NP Fitness family; his beloved dog Jackie; and his many dear friends. We will miss his love, his wisdom, and his jokes.

Denny and his family are members of Mt. Pisgah UMC in Johns Creek, GA. The family has requested donations be made to the Summit Counseling Center at Mt. Pisgah UMC or a charity of your choice. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. and the Life Celebration Service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, November 30, both at Roswell Funeral Home, 950 Mansell Road, Roswell, GA 30076.

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September 27, 2014

Edward "Ed" Payne

My wife Mary & I will be moving from Jupiter, Florida to the Alpharetta area in the near future. We were planning to visit with Denny when we make the move. Denny & I worked together at IBM for several years, He was a unique individual who always took the time to be a friend & valued team member (with an incredible sense of humor). Denny is sorely missed by Mary & I.
Denny was the epitome of what a true gentleman is. We miss him..

December 19, 2013

Marty Hodgin

My heartfelt sympathy and love goes out to the children, Brian and Lindsay, of Denny and Dianne. I met Denny through Dianne, who was my close friend and neighbor in high school. I admired Denny's devotion to Dianne when she became ill, staying by her side, taking such good care of her. We shared many fun times together before Dianne's illness. I will miss them both very much.

November 30, 2013

Kathy Fowler

I knew Denny in High School and saw him throughout our 20's. When I think of him, I have to smile. He brought pure joy to all who knew him! He was a kind person with a great sense of humor and loved his family. He definitely was a special man!

My brother, Marshall has kept me posted throughout these years about Denny and his family. I send love and prayers to all the Hurley family. I am Blessed to have called him my friend!

Blessings

November 30, 2013

Connie Matthews

We have been long time neighbors of Dianne and Denny in Foxworth and my relationship with them began through our Bible Study. I adored Dianne and have very fond memories of her. Denny was a wonderful husband, father, and neighbor. They are both greatly missed.

The Matthews Family
(Rick, Connie, Morgan, and Reagan)

November 30, 2013

Sam Tallam

I met Denny, when I joined the Coca-Cola team at IBM, and had the distinct privilege of working with him for 8 years. Denny was the guy that everyone reached out to for guidance, coaching and counsel. I learned so much from him, not just navigating the IBM waters, but also in developing relationships with customers. Denny's had an uncanny ability to defuse any difficult situation with his marvelous sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with Brian, Lindsey and his family. God bless Denny.

November 30, 2013

Denny was a wonderful co-worker at IBM and a terrific teammate on the Coca-Cola account. He was one of those rare people who can be totally committed to his company and yet show his family and friends that they are the most important things in his life. We will miss you, good friend.

Oz and Karen Fretz

November 25, 2013

Mike Moran

Met Denny in high school and he and I roomed together our first 2 years at UNC. Hurley was a fine man (and a heck of a lot of fun) then and, judging from the comments here, a fine man throughout his life. Although we lost touch over the years I am proud to have known him and I wish his family the best.

November 21, 2013

David Smith

Denny Hurley was a humble, humorous, servant leader. A man with a generous heart and a self-giving spirit. It is so sad to lose one of our best! My prayers are with Brian, Lindsey, and the rest of his family. May they remember the rich legacy of his character!

November 19, 2013

Yolanda Long

Denny was a thoughtful and dear friend with a tremendous sense of humor. He was a loving father and husband. I remember him in his office updating
class pictures of the children and sharing funny stories of them. He spoke of his family often and always with a great big smile. I feel very privileged to have known this wise and wonderful man. Brian and Lindsey, my prayers are with you for strength and peace during this challenging time.

November 19, 2013

Marshall Edwards

I was lucky to get to know Denny and his terrific family way back in High School. We became fast friends. He had a head full of blond curls then so you can tell it was awhile back. We went to UNC together, Wake Forest together and he was the one that later brought me into IBM. Throughout all of this journey, you could always count on Denny. Compassionate, caring, upbeat, he was someone everyone looked up to.

His love and commitment to family was paramount. Denny's devotion to Dianne was legendary. We talked quite often and you could always tell how proud he was of Brian and Lindsay.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Hurley family. Thanks for letting me be a small part of their lives over the years.

Both Denny and Dianne left their earthly pilgrimage too soon for us, but aren't we so blessed to have had them in our lives?

God Bless

November 18, 2013

Woody Truitt

I worked with Denny in Baltimore. Great sense of humor. Knew branch office procedures eight ways to Sunday.

November 17, 2013

Donna Fryza

It was sad to hear of Dianne'spassing at such a young age and from an illness that is supposed to be for some people much, much older. And now to learn that Denny has joined her. He too a t such a young age! Dianne was my first line manager at IBM Government in Baltimore and Denny was my second line. Both were very kind and considerate people. May fond memories help all those who loved them go through the difficulity of loosing two wonderful people do soon. May God rest their souls.

November 17, 2013

Patricia Murphy

I worked with Denny in Atlanta in the early 90's -- and no matter how much time passed between our interactions since then, it always felt like I was talking to one of my best friends. Denny was warm and thoughtful and interesting, and proud of his time at IBM and of his family (not necessarily in that order). Deepest sympathies to his family and close friends.

November 17, 2013

Art Packard

I first met Denny in Winston on his first day at IBM. He had the spirit we would all want to have. He held that spirit throughout his career. Denny was a professional and a great guy and family man. A great sounding board. God bless this family and help Brain and Lindsey though this time of sorrow.

November 16, 2013

Mike Pelton

Denny, my man, how we will all miss you! Denny was just an excellent, excellent human being – too soon gone. Denny and I became good friends as new first-line managers in the late 1970s – he in the Baltimore Government office and I in the Baltimore Central office. We shared many of the stresses and joys of the time. Became very good friends and maintained our friendship over the ensuing years. I had the good fortune to meet his Mom, sister and brothers when he dragged me home with him for some holiday when I was by myself – just excellent memories. I also had the good fortune to have Dianne work with me in Richmond – early in her IBM career. Great memories of both. Great people in every regard.

My prayers are with the entire family in this difficult time. Brian and Lindsey, please look forward with the absolute conviction that both of your parents were fine people with high standards, high values and high regard for both of you. You will not remember that we met many years ago – both of you were too young. However, your Dad and I always traded stories about how and what our kids were doing, so I feel like I know you both.

November 14, 2013

Chuck Savage

I was blessed to work with Denny at IBM. We had many great times talking about basketball and how the business could be improved. What a great guy!!! He left too soon.

November 14, 2013

Karen DeRuyter

Denny was always the guy that kept us in line. He was the consummate professional and a real good guy! I am sorry to miss his memorial service. I will be traveling back here from Thanksgiving with my family. God takes the GOOD ONES for a higher purpose.

November 14, 2013

Bob Martilotta

I was only casually acquainted with Denny eight years ago when I began working with him on the Coca-Cola team at IBM. Little did I know then that he would become a mentor to me. I learned so much from him, not only in the wisdom that he shared, but in the way he led by example, and how he dealt with people. I have never, ever, heard anyone say a bad word about Denny, and I'm not sure there are a lot of people you could say that about. I will miss his friendship, and my heart goes out to his family. Godspeed, Denny.

November 14, 2013

Had the great good fortune to meet Denny some 45 years ago. We were among a group of friends who attended high school and college together. When we met again 30 years later he hadn't changed one bit. Why would he? Denny's character was formed early. He was ALWAYS a stand-up guy.
Hank Ely, Winston-Salem

November 14, 2013

Don Cheek

Denny was part of the IBM team at Coca-Cola for a number of years. I was the Coke finance director supporting IT, so had the privilege of working with Denny. What a stand up guy! We will miss him.

November 14, 2013

Terry Thomas

Denny was one of the most helpful, financial go-to advisers I ever had the privilege to work with at IBM. His creative, out of the box thinking was the key many times to making the sale, but never at the risk of putting us in "IBM jail". A true professional, friend and family man- Denny was a role model for many. He will be sorely missed. I am privileged to have known him- he was the best!

November 14, 2013

Mike Maxwell

What can one say about a great guy who died so unexpectedly? For me, Denny was simply a class act. I worked with him in IBM Finance for many years, and also played golf with him, went to Braves games together, attended a college football game or two, and similar fun. He was a fine fella', a gentleman, a great family man (supportive and loving husband and super - and PROUD - father), a solid businessman, and, best of all, a good friend. I will miss Denny in my life. Brian and Lindsay, you are on my mind and in my heart. Simply put, but powerfully intended, your Father (and Mother) were "good people." Do your best to try and focus on remembering the happy times with them.

November 13, 2013

Terri Benson

It was my great honor to have known and worked with Denny for 10 years on the Coca-Cola team. He was the anchor for us all! We leaned on him for advice and he always took the time to help us. We all learned so much from him and are better off because of him. He was an incredible gentleman, father, husband and friend. Not a day went by when we did not share a laugh and a good conversation. We all will miss him so very much. He is together with Dianne and they both are smiling down on all of us. God Bless You, Denny!

November 13, 2013

Ken Thornton

"Denny was an excellent leader when we worked together in the IBM Mid-Atlantic Area many years ago. His smarts and his warm management style made him a highly respected member of the IBM Team. I always thought he was loved and respected by the people who worked for him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family."

November 13, 2013

Barry Balint

I had the privilege of working with Denny for 8 years on the Coca-Cola team at IBM. We all viewed the IBM Coke team as a second family. That was because of Denny. He was the rock - the person we all went to for advice, support, and encouragement. Denny was one of those rare people who everyone liked and respected. His glass was always half full. Denny had his priorities in the right place. He loved his wife Diane, and was so proud of his children Brian and Lindsey - and spoke of them often. I learned so much from Denny and will miss him more than I can express. God bless Denny, Diane, Brian and Lindsey.

November 10, 2013

Susie Rogers

I was fortunate to have worked with Denny for a year. He was a gentleman and I am thankful that I got to know him. He will be missed by his IBM family and my condolences to Brian & Lindsey. I will be out of town on the 30th but the Hurley family will be in my thoughts & prayers.

November 10, 2013

Ann Drennan

I remember the first time I met Denny, Christmas 1984. He and Dianne stopped by my house in Richmond for a Christmas Eve brunch on their way to N.C. I have known both Denny and Dianne for such a long time but really got close to Denny while he was caring for Dianne. I will miss him so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lindsay and Brian as they cope with the loss of their beloved father so close to the loss of my best friend, their mother.

November 7, 2013

William Parham

Denny was a great friend and will be much missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Brian and Lindsay as they weather the lost of their parents so close together.

November 7, 2013

David Hagenow

Denny was one of the first persons that I met in Georgia. I came down for an interview at IBM in 1996. Once hired, I worked for Denny for several years. A great boss, a great guy and a great husband/father. Grace and I are praying for the family. And we know Denny and Diane are now in the company of God. God Bless.

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