Charles Hurlburt

Charles Francis Hurlburt, 82, passed away on December 12, 2025 at his home in Spring Lake, NC.

He was born June 17, 1943 in Stowe, Vermont, the son of Francis and Alice (Prentice) Hurlburt.

U.S. Army Master Sergeant (Retired) Hurlburt served 2 tours in Vietnam during his 22 years of service.

He married Petra Munoz Martinez on May 6, 1980 and they were together for 49 years. Together they traveled and lived in many states and countries before retiring to Spring Lake, NC.

He enjoyed the outdoors and hunting, working around the house, or just sitting outside watching the birds.
When he was not outside or enjoying his grandchildren's school and sporting events, you could find him in front of the TV watching westerns or a good comedy.

Survivors include his wife, Petra; four children with their spouses, Rachel and Tyrone Camper, Patrician and Joshua Welcome, Calli and Robert Wells, and Howard and Vania Hurlburt; seven grandchildren, Nolan, Zachary, Landon, Henry, Gabriel, Eliana, and Mackenzie; two sisters Geraldine Dickinson and Ethel Thresher; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by both his parents, Alice and Francis, three brothers, Howard Hurlburt, James Hurlburt, and Everett Hurlburt, and his granddaughter, Gianna Marie Hurlburt.

A burial ceremony is planned for May 1, 2026 at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph Center, VT at 11 a.m. There are no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Charles’ memory to: the Quilts of Valor Foundation, https://www.qovf.org/

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