James was born December 17, 1944 in Corry Pennsylvania the son of the late Richard Hurlbut and the late Frances Young Hurlbut. He was also preceded in death by a sister.
James was a graduate of Corry High School and later earned his Bachelors in Science Degree from Mercyhurst University in Erie, PA. He served his country with honor in the United States Marine Corps and the United States Coast Guard. He then serve as a special United States Marshall assigned to the Honorable Judge Anthony A. Alaimo in the Brunswick Southeast Federal Court System. He had a very successful career in law enforcement and retired after many years of faithful service. James also was a member of the American Legion Post #9 in Brunswick. He was a devoted husband, and father, and grandfather. He loved to spend time with his family and enjoyed fishing. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Left to cherish his memories are the love of his life and wife of fifty years, Jimmie Hurlbut of Brunswick, GA; a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph and Kim Hurlbut of Winchester, VA; a daughter, Joni Hubbard of Brunswick, GA; four wonderful grandchildren, Natassja Hubbard, Jessica Hurlbut, Gabriel Hubbard, and James E. Hurlbut; also two great grandchildren. Two brothers and one sister are also left to cherish James’ memories.
A grave side service to honor James’ life will be held 10 AM, Tuesday, August 11, 2020 in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery with Reverend Bob Bartlett officiating. We are requesting that all in attendance please observe the State's social distancing regulations.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks you for memorial contributions made in James’ memory to the charity of your choice.
Edo Miller and Sons is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the register book and leave condolences for the family at www.edomillerandsons.com
