Beth Hurt


Elizabeth Ann (Beth) Hurt
Date Of Birth:	May 23, 1934
Date Of Death:	June 28, 2011
Service Date:	July 2, 2011

Elizabeth (Beth) Ann Hurt, 77, of Bloomington Indiana, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at her home. She was born May 23, 1934 in Winslow, Indiana to William C and Georgia McQueen. Beth was a graduate of Winslow High School in Pike County, Indiana. She married Warren R Hurt in 1953 and celebrated 25 years of marriage before his passing in December of 1978. She worked as a court reporter for Judge Hill, Judge Dixon, and Judge Hoff in the Monroe Circuit Court for more than 32 years, retiring in 1997. She was a member of the Christian Church, and a 50 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed playing bridge and was an avid supporter of Indiana Basketball. Later in life, her favorite activity was to have visits with her children and grandchildren. She was an active grandmother and loved to work puzzles, play games, and watch them in sporting events. Some of her favorite times were spending time together as a family. Special memories for Beth were during the holidays when all her children and grandchildren would be together. Beth is survived by her mother; her three children, Susan (Kelvin) Levels of Cary, Illinois, Richard (Cinder) Hurt of Bloomington, and Mark (Susie) Hurt of Mooresville, Indiana; eight grandchildren, Jim, Alexandra, Tyler, Jonathan, Cory, Olivia, Connor and Hannah; her brother Richard (Marlene) McQueen; her sister Mary (Darwin) Hullett; her nephews, Kirk (Dee Ann) McQueen and Douglas (Kimberly) Blair; and her great-nieces Andrea and Emily McQueen and Natalie and Kelly Blair. She was preceded in death by her husband and her father. The visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, July 1at Allen Funeral Home, 4155 S. Old Highway 37 Bloomington, IN 47401. A short visitation will be Saturday, July 2 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM followed by a memorial service at 11:00AM at Allen Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice and online condolences may be sent to the family at www.allenfuneralhome.org.

From: Michelle Yeger
Location:Bloomington
I would like to extend my sincere sympathies to Beth’s family. I know that her passing over is such a great loss for the entire family. I met Beth in 1979 when I began working in the Monroe County Courts and my best memories of my career here were in the office of Judge James Dixon, where I had the honor and pleasure of a friendship with Beth, as well as Helen Sparks, Henry Hammond, Linda Cobb and Yolanda Davis. I always looked forward to having lunch at Ladyman’s with her and the gang. She was gracious and patient with all who walked into the office. She was dedicated to her career, her Judge, and her children. She looked forward to attending her children’s ball games and and other activities and she was so proud of each of them. To this day, I have a clear memory of how heartbroken she was when the family dog passed away and I still wish I could have talked her into another puppy. An untold number of fledgling lawyers owe a debt of gratitude to Beth Hurt for sharing her wisdom as well as her intervention when they were about to file a ill-advised pleading! She was kind and generous and lived a life that truly reflected her ethics and morals. In my last conversation with her not so long ago, she told me how blessed and grateful she felt that her grandson would take time out of his busy schedule to mow her lawn and help with chores at her home so she did not have to worry about it. I believe that it is all of us who knew Beth who are grateful and feel blessed by her presence in our lives. Michelle (Shea) (Hall) Yeger.

From: Patty Pace
Location:Rochester In
Beth was a wonderful person to work with. I had worked directly with her when I worked for the Baker Law Firm and again when I was a Court Reporter for Circuit VII. She was always helpful and never too busy to help with anything you needed.

From: Scott Schulz
Location:Bloomington
Mark Hurt and Family, So sorry to hear about your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you entire familey during these tough time.

From: Janice Miller formerly Greene
Location:Denver
Susan and Richard, Many,many years ago my mother Wanda Greene used to babysit for you both, and I remember when your Dad taught school at Smithville High School Your family lived on the road to Smithville High School. I have fond memories of your Mother and she still looked much the same as she did so many years ago My thoughts and prayers go out to your family Janice Greene Miller

From: Larry & Karen Arthur
Location:Bloomington
God bless all family members at this tough time in your lives. Mark and our son Ron played little league together many years ago and we became acquainted with Beth at that time and were very sorry to hear of her passing. Larry.

From: Myrtle (Bennett) McDonald
Location:Stinesville
I met Beth while a senior in high school. I was in the work study program & was working in Judge Dixons office. She was a very special person and a pleasure to work with. I am so sorry for your loss of such a special lady. God bless each one of you.

From: Bill Andrews
Location:Boise, Idaho
My thoughts and prayers go out to Beth's family. I have many fond memories of Beth with whom I had too many contacts to count over the years. I recall her as being efficient and accurate beyond description as well as friendly, outgoing and helpful often despite days that were pressure packed and stressful. She was greatly missed when she retired. Her family was of utmost importance to her and I know that you all will miss her.

From: Tammy Minger
Location:Bloomington
I was so sorry to discover upon my return from vacation that Beth had passed away. I have known, admired, and respected her since I met her in 1988 when I began my legal career as a deputy prosecutor. She helped to keep me in line and on my toes in her gentle and encouraging way. She will be greatly missed. My condolences to her family.