Jane Darwin Hurley

Jane Hurley of Greencastle, fell asleep in death at the age of 87 on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born on Aug. 11, 1937 in Hazard, Ky., to Emerson and Grace (Combs) Oney. Her mother’s early death, when Jane was age 13, contributed to her efforts to search for Bible answers. At age 18, the pieces of the puzzle finally came together. In 1954 she dedicated her life and became baptized as a Jehovah’s Witness. That same year, she received a new stepmother — Marjorie (Morrison) Oney.

In 1956, she married her loving husband, Sheldon Hurley (deceased), of 52 years. Jane met Sheldon on the Hurley family farm and quickly acquired the same passion he had for raising cows and raising their family. They also built and remodeled homes, rental properties and also owned Pro-Tec Home Inspections.

She was very self-sacrificing for her family and others. Jane will always be remembered as a dynamic, determined, take-charge person. She had a great passion for knowledge and was an avid reader. She loved music, played the piano, clarinet and had a talent for sewing. She was fond of birds and irises. Her greatest joy though came from sharing Bible truths with others and helping them come to know her God Jehovah. She touched the lives of many.

Jane is survived by her daughter, Alisa Calhoun (husband Bill, deceased); son Bret Hurley (wife Patricia); brothers Glen Oney and Kevin Oney; sister Keira Smith; many cousins, nieces, nephews; and her large spiritual family. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. at Forest Park Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2731 U.S. 40, Brazil. Upon request, Zoom information is available.

Donations in memory of Jane can be made at jw.org