Mr. Bobby Hurd

Professor Bobby Hurd a Gospel Legend with a Global Ministry. “A springboard helping the careers of many gospel artist” Mr. Bobby Hurd made his transition to glory on Sunday July 7, 2013 12:45 PM at Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Sarah Simmons Hurd, three daughters and two sons-in-law: Felisha Price and Pastor Reaman Price; Gearnia Kasand Green and Pastor Harry Green, and Shelitha Hurd. He was the proud grandfather of Timothy Price, Christopher Price, Jordan Price, Harry Green III and Gearnia Joi Green and a special brother to Douglas Hurd, Betty Glenn and Earnest Hurd. Public Viewing: Thursday July 11, 2013, 12 Noon until 6 PM at Green Pastures Christian Ministries Wake Services: Thursday July 11, 2013 7PM-9PM Green Pastures Christian Ministries 5455 Flat Shoals Parkway Decatur, GA 30034 Dr. Collette L. Gunby, Pastor. Home Going Celebration: Friday July 12, 2013. 12 Noon Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church 4650 Flat Shoals Parkway Decatur, GA 30024 Dr. E. Dewey Smith, Jr. Pastor. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Bobby Hurd, a native of Corinth, Mississippi, graduated from South Fulton High School and Atlanta Area Technical School and began his career as a business owner in 1972 as an electrician. Mr. Hurd is married to his high school sweetheart, Sarah, for 46 years. They have three daughters, two sons-in-law, four grandsons and one granddaughter. Bobby is one that truly loves the Lord and expresses that each day by using the gifts God has anointed him with to touch the lives of others. In 2004, Mr. Hurd became an ordained Deacon at Pilgrim Baptist Church where he has remained a faithful, dedicated and respected member since 1974. Bobby often says, “God has been so good to me. I came from the cotton fields of Mississippi and know that the Lord has brought me from a mighty long way. I believe God has blessed me to be a blessing to others, because I really enjoy what I do.” Bobby Hurd acknowledges and leans on God’s everlasting arms for his faith, deliverance and recognizes that God is the center of his life. Noted as a renowned television and radio host, in 2010 Mr. Hurd became a Trumpet Award recipient for Spiritual Enlightenment. In April 1996, Mr. Hurd became a Gospel Promoter and a cable TV Talk Show Host. He was the promoter of “Gospel Night” for the Atlanta Hawks for 10 years. In 1997, the DeKalb County branch of the NAACP respectfully deemed him “Gospel Promoter of the Year.” He is also recognized in the National Registry of “Who’s Who of Executives and Professionals” for his achievements in the profession of Gospel Promotions and in the field of Electrical Contracting. Former Atlanta Mayor Bill Campbell previously honored Mr. Hurd for his dedicated leadership and innumerable contributions to the city and the community. AB Entertainment recognized him as Gospel Promoter of the Year for two consecutive years in 1999 and 2000. In 2001, Bobby Hurd captured the honor of the Number One Local Gospel Show in Atlanta, GA, and is the Co-Chair of the quartet division of the Gospel Music Workshop of America (GMWA.) He also serves on the Board of the Quartet Convention in Birmingham, Alabama and was voted Man of the Year by the LRA, and the recipient of a 2004 NAACP Award. In 2007, Mr. Hurd became the Recipient for the Roy Wooten Award @ GMWA in the Quartet Division. In 2009, Deacon Hurd was appointed as a Chaplain for the Fulton County Sheriff Department. With over 14 years experience, Bobby Hurd is committed to making a difference in numerous communities nationally and internationally through various media outlets providing inspiration, gospel entertainment, and compassion to all through: The Bobby Hurd Television & Radio Shows, “Have You Hurd Gospel Magazine, the internet www.watc.tv, www.bobbyhurd.com and www.thepraisehouse.com. Closely examined topics and issues on leadership, social change, education, health awareness and economic empowerment are initiatives that have helped change the mindset and lives of individuals and families. On May 5, 2001, Mr. Bobby Hurd presented a Gospel Workshop and Showcase, in which 52 gospel groups participated, making this showcase the largest held in the Atlanta area to this day. Out of the outstanding 52 gospel groups, four of the groups were able to sign a recording contract. On October 11, 2005, Global Evangelical Christian College & Seminary in Wetumpka, Alabama awarded Mr. Bobby Hurd an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business Christian Communications.

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Mr. Bobby Hurd

April 9, 1947 - July 7, 2013