Vernon Medford Hurst
October 23, 1934 - March 30, 2022
Mr. Vernon Medford Hurst, age 87 of Douglas, passed away late Wednesday evening, March 30, 2022 at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Hurst was born October 23, 1934 to the late Lawrence Hurst and the late Ada Loyd Hurst. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Pippin Hurst and 10 Siblings. Mr. Hurst, a native of Ochlocknee, GA, was a retired USDA Food Inspector with the Federal Government. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. Survivors include: 4 Children: Dennis Hurst and wife Cindy of Broxton, GA Deborah Hurst Rosser of Douglas, GA Donnie Hurst of Douglas, GA Dewayne Hurst and wife Raven of Douglas, GA 1 Brother: L. H. Hurst of Columbus, GA 8 Grandchildren: Dasha Coker and husband Warren of Columbus, GA Michael Jordan of Hinesville, GA William Hurst of Broxton, GA Jason Hurst and wife Christina of Douglas, GA Shannon Mattox and husband Zeke of Douglas, GA Marissa Hurst of Broxton, GA Lawton Hurst and Mallory Hurst both of Douglas, GA 4 Great Grandchildren: Kayla Simpson of College Station, TX Faith Coker of Lafayette, GA Gabriel Coker and Kirsten Coker both of Dalton, GA A number of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. A private memorial service and inurnment will take place on Sunday, April 3, 2022. Memorialization is by cremation. Ricketson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Vernon Medford Hurst, age 87 of Douglas, passed away late Wednesday evening, March 30, 2022 at his residence following an extended illness. Mr. Hurst was born October 23, 1934 to the late Lawrence Hurst and the late Ada Loyd Hurst. Other... View Obituary & Service Information