Emma Hurd

Emma Jean (Meade) Hurd went to be with her lord and savior on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025.

She was born to Sam and Ruby Meade on July 16, 1945, in Packerton. She married the love of her life, Arnold Gordon Hurd Sr., on Dec. 22, 1963. They spent 35 years together before his death. Together, they raised their three children while traveling with the Full Gospel Singers to spread the love of Jesus.

Emma Jean leaves behind her three children, Sheila (Joe) Beezley, Gordon (Deborah) Hurd and Dean (Shelly) Hurd. In addition, she is survived by 18 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Ellen Hall; one brother, Sam (Bonnie) Meade; as well as multiple nieces and nephews. While she lived a simple life, she will be remembered for the great love she had for her family and Jesus.

Titus Funeral Home of Warsaw is entrusted with the care of Emma. The viewing will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 30, at Harvest Community Church, Pierceton. The funeral service will begin at noon, with Pastor Glenn Hall officiating. A celebration of life dinner will be provided at the Claypool Lions Building following the graveside service at Graceland Cemetery in Claypool.

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