OBITUARY
Stanley Hursey
April 1, 1948 – April 20, 2014
Stan Hursey, 66, was born on the 1st of April 1948, to Ceola and Clancy Hursey in Zanesville, Ohio. He passed away on Sunday, the 20th of April 2014. His parents, his half-sister Patty and his younger brother, John, preceded him in death.
Stan graduated from Sheridan High School in Thornville, OH in 1966 where he was the second student in the school’s history to letter in sports all 4-years - he majored in sports and making friends. Stan worked as a guard at the Ohio State Penitentiary in Columbus, Ohio, and as a mechanic at Lancaster Colony Glass in Lancaster, Ohio. He moved to Louisiana in the early 1970’s to begin working offshore in the oil industry. Stan continued to work in the oil industry until his retirement in July 2013.
Stan met the love of his life, Jessie Jewell, in Port Arthur, Texas in 1988. After a seven day courtship, they married. Technically, they married prior to their first “real date.” But, they were inseparable, Stan adored Jessie and they had a life of love and happiness together.
Stan and Jessie moved to Houston in 1990. But, their “real lives” in Houston began in 1996 when they became part of their HLSR™ family. Stan and Jessie have been active in the rodeo community since 1996. Stan was Jessie’s “pig proxy” on the Junior Swine Auction Committee before joining the Rodeo Express Committee. Stan later joined the Llama and Alpaca Committee before finding his home on the Wine Sales Committee in 2010 where he served as the “Rookie Daddy” for the last three years.
In 2008, Stan and Jessie began traveling frequently to Mexico. They became VIPs at the Secrets Resorts where they are now considered family by the locals. Stan was known as “Papi” by many who loved him.
Stan is survived by his two sons, Mark McGrew and Adam Hursey, and five grandchildren, Evan and Ethan McGrew, Adam and Austin Nettles, and Anna Hursey. Stan has two older brothers, Mike and David Hursey and a sister, Wilma Garcia, and a half-sister Emma Lou. Stan will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Jessie, his family, his very large Rodeo family, his family in Mexico at Secrets, and numerous other friends who consider him family. A celebration of Stan's life will be held at seven o’ clock in the evening on Wednesday, the 30th of April in the Jasek Chapel of Geo. H. Lewis & Sons, 1010 Bering Drive in Houston, Texas. Immediately following, all guests are invited to a reception in the adjacent grand foyer.
For those so desiring, in lieu of floral tributes, the family would appreciate donations in Stan's memory to be directed to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational Fund, where the intent is to establish a scholarship in his name. The address is HLSR™ Educational Fund, P.O. Box 20070, Houston, TX 77225. Telephone 832-667-1000.
Jessie would like to express gratitude to those who have helped her manage through this extremely difficult time, Heather Leverett, Alisa Christensen, Wanda Chovanec, Diane Green, Keith Powell, Stephen Mink, and numerous other girlfriends who have provided comfort and support.
Services
PREVIOUS SERVICES:
- Memorial Service Wednesday, April 30, 2014
PREVIOUS SERVICES:
- Immediately following, all are invited to a reception in the adjacent grand foyer
REMEMBERING
Stanley Hursey
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RECEIVE UPDATESMartin Christensen
May 16, 2015
A year has gone, and I'm really missin' my running buddy! I know Stan is looking down on us, and keeping a close eye on my rodeo, crawfish boils and fishing tournaments, cause he's pushing me along every day. See ya in Heaven soon, my Friend.
Linda Adair Bourgeois
August 1, 2014
Sissy, I am so sorry for your loss. I never met Stan, but he must have been a wonderful man, considering the smile he helped sculpt on your face. I started talking to Buddy online recently and I conducted a search for you, which brought me to Stan's obit. I will be praying for healing for you and all who loved Stan. Take care.
May 6, 2014
Jessie,
I knew and was friends with Stan and his family when he lived in Roseville, Ohio. What a wonderful individual. The world has lost a great person.
Eric Kildow
David Hursey
May 1, 2014
It was so heartwarming to see the so many people come to pay their respects and final "good-byes" to our brother Stan at last nights Memorial Service. Stan "the man" Hursey never changed from the legacy he started in central Ohio as he grew up. He only continued being himself and improved his ways of living and his respect for his fellow citizens. He was truly a "Treasure" and a gift to this planet earth. If you needed a leader, he would do it, if you needed a supporter or someone to get your back - he would do it. I have always known that Stan was just "there" and am just beginning to understand that it is no longer the case. His memory will live on forever in everyone's memory bank that knew him, weather it was before moving South and becoming a "cowboy" or as a "hayseed" from the North.
Beth Sellers
May 1, 2014
It was an honor to know Stan.
Martin Hoover
May 1, 2014
Stan Hursey and I grew up in Glenford, Ohio playing baseball and football in the open lots and school playground. Then we entered Sheridan High School and played more football and baseball. We were both influenced by the teaching of Kay and Coach Ballantine. During the summers we worked for the local farmers baling hay. Stan was a great friend.
Jessie, our love is with you, your family, and all the Hursey family.
MICHELLE GRANT
April 30, 2014
Jessie, I didn't have the pleasure to meet Stan, but working with and knowing you was a wonderful experience which means he must have been a wonderful person as well. Please accept my condolences. Heartfelt blessings to you and your family.
Abdel Elkhadiri
April 30, 2014
Jessie, I was deeply saddened by the news of Stan's passing. I have met him only few times but he was such a great person full of life. My heart felt condolences to you and your family. May his memories help you find peace.
Emma Lou Rinker
April 30, 2014
Jessie, Sorry to hear off Stanley's death. Although ii has been several years since I have seen him. I thought of him often. I remember in 1995 Ron and I were in Houston. I called Stanley and we met for breakfast and had a nice fellowship together that I have cherished all these years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family. My deepest sympathy. Emma Lou (Ocala Florida)
April 30, 2014
Jessie, I am so broken hearted for your loss and for our loss as friends of a man we all loved. I would have said "No" to anyone else that called me to be a "Captain" but I could not tell him no. He was the best man(and the best Vice Chairman) I have ever known and he will be greatly missed. He lived life to the fullest with his best friend. My prayers are with you.
Chip Green
April 29, 2014
Stan was a wonderful man. I love Stan. Lets all raise a glass to Stan's life.
Martin Christensen
April 29, 2014
I am sooooo sorry for your loss, Jessie, and for our group's loss as well, as Stan 'The Man' was a solid friend who always put a big smile on my face and a warm fire in my heart. All 40 members of our Kajun Klassic Fishing Rodeo lifted our beer cans in honor of Stan last weekend, in memory of The Man who never gave up, even if he was fishing with saltwater tackle in our fresh water lake! He will always be missed!
Martin Christensen
Jennie Koenig (Hursey)
April 28, 2014
Jessie, I am deeply saddened for your incredible loss. Not many get to spend their life with their best friend and soul mate, you are truly blessed. Thank you for posting such wonderful photos; his smile and laughter are what I remember the most of the few times I saw him in my life. The last time was at Grandma's funeral so long ago, but I remember having such a great & unexpected connection with my uncle. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers, much love from me and my family. (Sean, Jennie, Brennan and Finlay)
Donna Richards
April 28, 2014
To Stan's family- I'm so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. Stan was a great guy.
Thomas Babbs
April 28, 2014
My Uncle Stan even though I hav'nt seen him in years,I have a lot of memories of the past,know that you will be missed and now with others who have passed before you RIP.
Vince Swinehart
April 28, 2014
Stan was a great friend from my childhood in Glenford, and I'm so glad we got to reunite and share those memories often during his visits back to Ohio in the past few years. I wish we could have spent more time together. He left his mark on my life, as well as many others. Truly a wonderful, caring man.
Mike Daugherty
April 28, 2014
Sorry to read of Stan's passing. We grew up together in Glenford. We often played baseball and had loads of fun as kids. I moved away in 1965 and have lost touch with most of the Glenford gang.
steve swinehart
April 28, 2014
All you have to do is look at the smile on that man's face, to know the true man that he was!! Caring,Honest,Kind,Generous,Thoughtful,And I'm sure Loving, describe this man.A true friendship from my childhood that endured the test of time! He indeed well be missed by us all !!
joan gothard & families, barb,richard,& dorothy.....
April 27, 2014
Jessie, we our sorry for your loss, we were cousins to him on his mothers side, you and the family are all in our prayers,
David Hursey
April 26, 2014
Stan was one of the dearest men I have ever known - he happened to be my brother. I missed every football, basketball, and baseball game he played while at Sheridan HS while serving in the USAF. I was introduced as Stan's brother, Dave, when I came back to Ohio after my service. It made me proud to be introduced that way. He always made you proud to stand by his side. I have missed his smile, his laugh and his humor in recent years as we lived so far apart. I will cherish my memories of my brother for the rest of my life, and will retell the stories of our childhood to anyone who would listen. I know that Christ lived in Stan's heart and will care for him until we get there - if that be his will.
James Shaw
April 26, 2014
Sissy I am so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan and Charles (Chunky) Copeland
April 25, 2014
We are very saddened to hear about Stan. We know you lost your best friend and the love of your life. Hoping your grief soon melts away into happy memories. He was fun, caring and clearly adored and loved you dearly. He will be missed by many.
Our sincere sympathies.
April 23, 2014
So terribly sorry to hear of the passing of my very good friend Stan. He will be greatly missed-
Susan Ballantine
April 23, 2014
Jessie,
We are all simply heart broken. Please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts. If there is anything at all you need, please don't hesitate to contact us.
We are so very thankful for the time we had with Stan and will cherish all the memories.
The Ballantine's and The Swinderman's
Julia Kennedy
April 22, 2014
Jessie, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Alison Garner
April 22, 2014
Jessie,
I am so very sorry to hear the news. Davie let me know this afternoon. I cannot come tomorrow night but you are in my, John and Candice's thoughts and prayers. We thought the world of Mr. Stan. He will be missed.
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