Richard Shurley

Richard Earl Shurley entered into God's presence on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his wife, children, and family. He was the husband of Judith Ann Shurley. They shared over 20 wonderful years together. He was a father to five daughters and five son-in-laws, and grandfather to three grandchildren who were all blessed by his love, wisdom, and guidance. Richard was born the eldest of two children in Uvalde, TX on November 3, 1946 to Walter Thomas Shurley and Muryle LaVerne Shurley. He received a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Texas A&M Kingsville and Master of Science degree from Texas A&I Corpus Christi. He was a professor of Automotive Mechanics at Del Mar College for over forty years. Richard was an entrepreneur, mentor, teacher, expert marksmen, archer, gunsmith, craftsman, fisherman and more than anything, he was a man of great faith. Richard was also a member of the Grace United Methodist Church. He served as trustee of the church, Sunday school teacher, leader in the men's bible study, organizer of the Men's Service Ministry and helped in many other ministries. He is survived by beloved wife Judy Shurley, daughters Belinda Phillips (Bryan Phillips), April Skoruppa, Laura Satrum (Aaron Satrum), Nicki Dooms (Ryan Dooms), Mary Ann Lozano (Omar Lozano), grandchildren, Walter Skoruppa, Mark Shurley, and Molly Grace Lozano, sister Sharon Shurley Rose, sister-in-law Patsy Granhold, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Muryle Shurley and father W. T. Shurley. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 19 at 11:00 am at the Grace United Methodist Church. A visitation and luncheon for family and friends will follow the service. Memorial donations can be made to the Grace United Methodist Church or to a charity of your choice.