of Kerrville, TX
February 8, 1952 - March 17, 2025
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He was a proud member of Jehovah's Witnesses and loved Jehovah God with his whole heart. He pioneered in the ministry and made it a point to share his faith with others. Sid loved smiling and making others smile. He was a jolly soul and a humorist, which is a comedian with a message. He was widely known for his customer service seminars he gave all over the United States for 53 years. He gave of his time and skills freely to help women in battered and abused shelters, homeless shelters, and FEMA. He helped thousands of people and businesses over the years. He loved making people smile and teaching them how to be better customers, employees, employers, and just better humans all around. He was loved by everyone and will be forgotten by none.
He is survived by his two brothers and their wives, Alec and Carol, and Kevin and Susie, and his sister, Wynona. He was also survived by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews.
Services will be announced at a later date.
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28 Condolence(s)
Patty Hern
St.Helens, OR
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Just knew Sid on Zoom and I think to know him was to love this Brother who loved to laugh and make us laugh harder.
See you in the Paradise.
Suzanne Granahan
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, March 23, 2025
Fly high with the angels my true and kind friend.
You will be truly missed.
Grant Terry
West Kerr County, TX
Sunday, March 23, 2025
I was blessed to have known Sid over the last 30 years, and to have learned so much from him. He had a true talent of being able to get you to open up and he would share his wisdom. He will be missed as he brought sparkle to this world.
Eileen Morock
Newark Valley, NY
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Fond memories of Sid from many years ago. He brought sunshine into my life during a very rough time. Rest in peace, Sid.
Susan & Brian
San Antonio, TX
Friday, March 21, 2025
The first time I met Sid, 20 years ago, my cheeks hurt from laughter. I had never met anyone so infectious with his amazing smiles & joyful nature. We have kept in touch over the years. He was heavily on my mind 2 days before his passing. So saddened to hear the news. Our deepest condolences to his family. Sid will be greatly missed. Of course he would tell us all to keep smiling...
wynona vance
kerrville, TX
Friday, March 21, 2025
My dearest Brother , I love you so muches, can not believe your gone, thank you for being my wonderful big brother, can not imagine life without you in it. your so missed and not just by me but so many. I look around at all the lives you have touched. You will live on forever n always in all our hearts, especially mine, I miss ya so much. You know it was a blessing to be your little sister and thank you for loving me through this life and beyond. I love you. your little sister Wynona (Jill)
Richard Rosiau
Columbia,
Thursday, March 20, 2025
To my dearest friend and brother, how I will miss you. Your.smile laughter and unique jokes . Your counsel as well as all the dumb stuff too. The world has become a lesser place. Me personally, l don't have many friends and I lost one. For now, rest in Jehovah's memory and see you in the new world. I love you Sid.
Dawn L Deinema
Kerrville, TX
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Sid,
Even though my heart is broken at never being able
to hear your smiling voice and your silly jokes, I'm
taking comfort in knowing you are with our maker
and making the angels laugh.
Rest in Heavenly Peace my dear friend.
Mitchell and Janie Ramirez
Kerrville texas, TX
Thursday, March 20, 2025
We have loved Sid and his wife swanie for about 51 hrs he
Is as close as a brother and so is all his family we have a very special bond he has been in our lives thru our ups and downs
Waynette Crenshaw
Kerrville,
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Fly high my dear friend. The world has lost an amazing person. Thank you for your service to us all just by being present in our lives.
Rose Bradshaw
kerrville,
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
My heart is heavy. Sid was a most kind and loving person. He loved life and people. Will miss his infections smile. God has gained a beautiful soul.
Kathy Googins
Poteet, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
To say you are blessed to have known Sidney is an understatement. He made everyone he encountered feel better about themselves or their situation. Lifting his family and friends up in prayers.
CarolAnn Neunhoffer
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
I first met Sid at one of his seminars. He was a good man with a heart of gold. He will be greatly missed. He was always dressed with a smile. RIP Sid.
karen king-singh
Elmira, NY
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sid was very generous and kind to me! I know he continued to spread positivity throughout his career and family life and left behind a great legacy. I'm sorry we have lost him. My condolences to his friends and family.
Candyce Slusher
San Antonio, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sid was such a bright light for everyone he met. What a gift to know him. He will be missed tremendously.
Linda Buckelew
Medina, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
It was an honor to know Sid. A delightful, godly person who was a wonderful teacher for the very BEST customer care. He will be greatly missed.
Tom Allred
Boerne, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
I’ll miss his warm, loving spirit and then again, no. I’ll just keep him right here with me. He was blessed to be a blessing to so many. Rest well my brother. 🙏
Leona Creech
Hutto, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sid, you left an indelible mark on everyone you met, even if it was only once. You will be missed by so many. Your faith in Jehovah will bring comfort to your family and friends. We know you are at peace and no longer suffering and safe in Jehovah's memory. My prayers and thoughts are now with those who will miss you.
Sonja Brown
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
My dad instead good friends used to love to be able to hear him crack jokes it was a very nice man I always had something good to say he will be truly missed.
Meghin Pullin Atkinson
ASHLAND, OH
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sid was a kind soul. My sister talked me into riding with a stranger who was passing through Ohio on his way back to Texas. By time we got to Texas we were friend. He had a kind heart and soul! Rest in peace Sid! God bless you and your family!
Doug Irvin
Kerrvile,
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sid was a friend of many years. We had both business and personal relationships;he will be missed.
I guess we should have grabbed that coffee sooner
Tammy Price
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
I will absolutely miss our crazy conversations. This man had a heart of gold and a fabulous sense of humor.
Sending so much love and prayers for all who are blessed to know him and call him a friend and family member ❤️
I can only imagine the beautiful conversations and the laughter that is taking place as he is entertaining the angels for sure,
Jim Wilder
Springfield, MO
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sid was a longtime friend. As editor of Undercar Digest, an automotive trade magazine, Sid gave presentations at nearly a dozen of our trade shows. I've kept in touch with him since my retirement and knew he was having a tough go of it. He was a great guy and a great friend. Please accept my condolences.
Ronee Lee
Mountain home, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Today, I'm heartbroken to say goodbye to my incredible friend, Sidney C. Hurlbert. Sid was more than just a friend to Jimmy and me; he was a shining light who spread joy and kindness wherever he went.
As a renowned expert in customer service seminars, Sid lived by his mantra: 'Kill 'em with kindness.' He believed that a smile and laughter were the nourishment our souls needed. Sid had an extraordinary gift – he could turn strangers into friends in an instant.
I'll cherish the memories of our time together, filled with Sid's infectious jokes and warm smile. Rest in peace, dear Sid. Your legacy of kindness and compassion will live on in our hearts.
Jane Lehman
Boerne, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
The last time I saw Sid, he couldn’t say much, but he was smiling. Everyone who knows Sid knows he was always smiling and making people smile. We will all miss you, Sid! And we know you are still making everyone smile. You definitely brightened the world.
Bob Page
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sidney, our friendship will always be one of my cherished memories. You made me laugh everytime we spoke. I bet you and God are laughing yourselves silly. I love you Sidney. I will see you again.
Sarah Kocurek
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
I enjoyed several of his seminars over the years. He was great at helping others smile. And he was always passionate about helping others. He will be truly missed.
Stacy Davis
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
I love you Uncle Sid. Thank you for giving me so much of your knowledge, wisdom, and humor. It was an honor to care for you the last 8 months. It was an honor to know you and love you. Your niece Stacy Jill