Richard "Dick" James Hurley, Sr.

Albany-Richard “Dick” James Hurley Sr, 77, passed away peacefully on June 30th surrounded by his loving family. Born in Albany, he is the son of the late Joseph and Catherine Hurley. Dick was a graduate of Cardinal McCloskey High School, and then when on to obtain his Electrical License from IBEW Local 724. Dick’s passion in life was to help others. He became a substance abuse coordinator for the NYS AFL-CIO. Dick was available 24/7 to the people who called and needed his lifelong guidance and support. He was a proud and committed member of the “Friends of Bill W” club. Dick was also a devoted sports fan. He nightly cheered on the Cleveland Indians and became a converted Pittsburgh Steelers fan after the Browns “left town,” and broke his heart. Dick was often seen and heard in various gyms and fields across the area supporting his children and grandchildren. Dick never missed a school or sporting event. His smile, and laugh were contagious. When he wasn’t watching sports, he would spend hours riding on his prized Harley Davidson. Dick was predeceased by his loving wife Mary Ann (Cassala). He is survived by his daughter Lisa Fruscio, son Richard (Danielle) and his cherished grandchildren; Nick, Jack, and Will Fruscio and Sean and Maya Hurley. He is also survived by his loyal lab Harley. Dick was predeceased by his brother Joseph (Anne). He is survived by his sisters Anne McKenna (William), Jane Thomas (Edward), Peggy Reilly and Kathy Kittleman (Jim). Dick is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He has maintained a special relationship with his sister in- law LouAnn Novotny and her three children: Steve, Dan and Sara. On behalf of our dad, we would like to acknowledge John Martin for demonstrating the true meaning of friendship. The family would like to express a heartfelt thank you to his healthcare aide Elaina Davis. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Dick’s family Wednesday, July 7, 2021 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY. Please only enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot doorway; unvaccinated individuals must wear a mask and practice social distancing. Funeral services Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 10:30 am at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville, NY where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated. Please only enter the church from the front doorway; church ambassadors will be available to help with seating and questions; if vaccinated, please seat yourselves in main section of the Church (masks optional and no social distancing); if unvaccinated or are uncomfortable not social distancing, the two sides of Church are available where social distancing and masks will be required; and please attempt to arrive 15 minutes before. The Mass can be viewed at https://www.stpiusxloudonville.org/new-live-videos/ The Rite of Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont, NY immediately following the Funeral Mass. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com Those wishing to remember Dick in a special way may send contributions to the local chapters of The Lupus Alliance of Upstate New York, 438 Main Street #2013, Buffalo, NY 14202 or the Alzheimer’s Disease Association, 4 Pine West Plaza #405 Albany, NY 12205.

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Richard "Dick" James Hurley, Sr.

February 28, 1944 - June 30, 2021