Monique Morey Hurst, age 83, of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on December 20, 2023. She was born on February 22, 1940 in France.
Monique was born and raised in France. She was still living in France when she happened upon a young man in the United States Air Force named James “Jim” D. Hurst. Upon meeting him, she knew it was love at first sight. Jim whisked Monique away and moved her to the United States to remain with him. They eventually settled down in Corpus Christi, Texas, where Jim and Monique would live out the rest of their lives together.
Monique was a patriotic woman, who friends remember fondly claiming, “This is the greatest country in the world!” She was a beloved wife and friend to all. Monique will be dearly missed by all who knew and love her.
Monique is preceded in death by her beloved husband, James “Jim” D. Hurst; and her parents. Monique leaves her memories to her family in France; her precious feline companion, Mimi; and many friends.
An inurnment will take place at 11 AM on Friday, February 2, 2024, at Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery.
