William Hurley

William E. Hurley, 74, a resident of Bennington, passed away unexpectedly February 25, 2018 at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. William was born in Bennington on April 9, 1943 the son of the late Edward William Hurley and Anna June Boothman. William received his early education in various schools throughout the north east, eventually moving back to Bennington where he was a graduate of Bennington High School. William was a machinist and worked for Eveready and Tansitor in Bennington and Lovejoy in Hoosick Falls. William was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Bennington, enjoyed traveling with his wife Kathy and spending time with his family. In earlier years William enjoyed playing many sports, excelling in basketball. He loved to hunt and take long rides through the country. He was an animal lover, and he and Kathy shared their home with many faithful companions. William is survived by his wife Kathleen (Kathy)Grikstas Hurley of Bennington, children Dean A. Hurley and his wife Terri and Darin M. Hurley and his wife Abigail all of Bennington and Kimberly Webster and her husband Tom of Hoosick Falls. Grandchildren Cole, Evan and Brianna. William is also survived by many step-children, step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren, of which he shared many memories with throughout his life. Funeral services for William will be held Friday March 2, 2018 at 11am at Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home 213 West Main Street Bennington, VT. Interment will be at a future date chosen by the family. There are no visiting hours. If friends desire, memorial gifts in William's memory may be made to the Second Chance Animal Shelter, c/o of Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home P.O. Box 957 Bennington, VT 05201. Funeral services for William will be held Friday March 2, 2018 at 11am at Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home 213 West Main Street Bennington, VT. Interment will be at a future date chosen by the family. There are no visiting hours.