Dwight David Hurst was born on June 24, 1945, to Orville “Rusty” and Verda (Howder) Hurst. Dwight grew up in the Draper, South Dakota area, attending rural country school through 4th grade, Draper Grade School, and graduating from Draper High School in 1963.
He later attended Black Hills State College. Following college he went to California where he worked for a short time. Upon returning to South Dakota he worked for Bert Creamer, Rankin Implement, Corky Hayes at Corky’s Auto Supply, and West Central Electric.
On April 3, 1971, Dwight was united in marriage to Sheila Masteller. To this union was born their son, Todd.
Dwight enjoyed gardening, mowing, fishing, and hunting. One of his best hunting memories was when he was able to shoot his prize elk, in 2003, in the Black Hills. Dwight also enjoyed driving the school bus and enjoyed those kids. He loved riding motorcycles throughout his life. Another joy of his life was having coffee at the “round table” with his many friends at the local restaurant.
Dwight was always willing and ready to help anyone out.
After 7 short weeks he succumbed to his battle with pancreatic cancer.
Survivors include his wife Sheila of Murdo; one son Todd Hurst of Mounds View, Minnesota; two brothers Russell Hurst (Janet) of Lakeville, Minnesota, and Norman Hurst (Mary Kay) of Mobridge; three sisters Joyce Drabek (Rich) of Belle Fourche, Nancy Densmore (Don) of Olympia, Washington, and Marlyce Miller (Dale) of Elk Grove, California; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Dwight was preceded in death by a sister Jeanie Schroeder, his parents, and a special cousin, Dennis Hurst.
A memorial is established.
MEMORIAL SERVICES
Monday, December 14, 2015
11:00 a.m. (CST)
Draper Auditorium
Draper, South Dakota
INTERMENT
Draper Cemetery
Draper, South Dakota
Guest Book
Sheila and Todd; our deepest sympathies for your loss. There are no words we can say to take away your sorrow and pain but know you both are in our thoughts and prayers. Christine Iversen Strait, Butch and Nancy Iversen
~ Christine Iversen Strait
Mesa, AZ (12/10/2015)
Sheila and Todd,
We are so sad to hear of Dwight's passing and send our condolences. He was a good friend to my family and will be missed by many. Our prayers are with you at this time, may God wrap his arms tightly around you.
~ Michelle and Jim Crawford
Kansas, Oklahoma (12/13/2015)
We are so sorry to hear about Dwight passing away. My Dad, Jeff (Melvin) Sanderson, thought he was a wonderful person, and he was right. One of the comments in the guestbook was that he was always ready to help. I agree as when my father passed away, it was Dwight that had Dad's old jeep pulled out to the Murdo cemetery for his funeral as Dad had requested.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff H. and Emily Sanderson
~ Jeff H. and Emily Sanderson
Eden Prairie, MN 55347 (1/5/2016)
Sheila and family, I am so sorry to hear about Dwights passing. I enjoyed visiting with you both at the Busted Nut. Please know I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
~ Dixie Huber
Kadoka, SD (12/13/2015)
Thinking of you and sending thoughts & prayers that God guide you through this part of life's journey.
~ Edna & Dean Hedrick
Casper, WY (12/10/2015)
Sheila and family, So sorry to hear about your loss. I am keeping you all in my prayers and hoping you will be able to ease the tears with memories of good times.
~ Marcia Jackson
Spearfish, SD (12/12/2015)
Sheila and Todd, I am so so sorry for your loss. It was so much fun seeing you and Dwight at the Draper Hall the end of May. My heart goes out to you both and will continue to pray for you to have peace and comfort from our loving God. Bless you and know prayers are going up for you both and the rest of the family as well.
~ Linda Spicer Wheatley
St. Joseph, MO 64506 (12/11/2015)
Todd, sorry to hear about your Dad's passing.
~ EJ Engelhaupt
Gillette WY (12/13/2015)
So sorry to hear about Dwight's passing. We remember the fun when we rode with you on cycles. You were,very fun to be around. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
~ Dan and Marilyn Uhrig
Philip, SD (12/16/2015)
I am so sorry for your loss of such a great guy. Always enjoyed seeing Dwight. Please know that the support system in a small community is great! Sending all my love and praying for God to comfort your family in this time of sorrow!
~ Jason Seamans
Rapid City, SD (12/11/2015)
I know I must have met Dwight at some time but don't really remember. However, I did know Jeannie, and loved her like a daughter, so my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
~ Leona Schroeder
Sturgis, SD (12/13/2015)
Sheila, I am so sorry for your loss! Dwight was a great guy, and I was fortunate to call him a friend. I was stunned and saddened to learn of his passing. May God bless and comfort you and Todd in this time of deep grief. We will keep you in our prayers.
~ Kurt Pfeifle
Miller, SD (12/11/2015)
My condolences to the family....you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm glad we finally got to meet in 2007 when we brought Mom back for a reunion. I enjoyed visiting with Dwight and Sheila and so many others. I'm so sorry for your loss.
~ Cheryl Grimes
Sacramento,California (12/12/2015)
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sheila, Todd and family.
~ Mike & Dawn Cromwell
Butternut, WI (12/11/2015)
Sheila...I am so sorry to hear of Dwight's passing. I am very blessed to have had both of you in my life. Dwight was both a mentor and friend to me and I will always cherish the time we had together. You are in my prayers....fond memories that will never be forgotten!
~ LeRoy Smith
Colorado Springs (12/20/2015)
Sheila and Todd and family we are so sorry for your loss. Dwight was an awesome husband and father!! We had a lot of fun with you guys and we will always have great memories of our times.
~ Pam & Justin Bryan
Oacoma SD (12/11/2015)
Dwight will be missed by many
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He knew his auto parts by heart!!!
~ Joe Hatheway
Blackhawk, So.Dak (12/12/2015)
So so sorry .. God bless.
~ punky and harlan.
gillette wy (12/11/2015)