Mr. Larry "Patrick" Hurst, Jr. age 50 of Starke passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville. Patrick was born on September 13, 1973 in Jacksonville and was of the Baptist faith. He graduated from the University of Florida with his Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1998. His career in the nursing field included serving as a flight nurse for Trauma One in Jacksonville, as well as supervisor and nurse manager for Putnam Community Medical Center. He also worked as a Paramedic with Bradford EMS and was currently working as a traveling nurse. Mr. Hurst served his country in the United States Army. Preceding him in death was his father, Larry Patrick Hurst. Survivors are, his wife of 30 years, Dana (Whitaker) Hurst of Starke, children, Larry Patrick "Trey" Hurst, III of Starke, Hannah Haley Hurst of Starke, Andrew John Hurst of Starke, Aidan Joshua Hurst of Starke and his mother, Willa Ann Hurst of Starke. The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church of Lake Butler with memorial services beginning at 11 oclock. Pastor Jason Johns will officiate. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made directly to the family for expenses. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME OF STARKE 904-964-6200 www.jonesgallagherfh.com. Visitation Saturday, August 24, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM First Baptist Church of Lake Butler 195 East Main St Lake Butler FL 32054 US Memorial Service Saturday, August 24, 2024 11:00 AM - First Baptist Church of Lake Butler 195 East Main St Lake Butler FL 32054 US Funeral Home Jones - Gallagher Funeral Home - Starke 620 E. Nona Street Starke FL - 32091 US (904) 964-6200