Bob Griffin (Former Staff 89 – 98) has shared the news that his dear friend Chris Hurley (Former Staff 89 – 03) passed away peacefully on 21 August, at home, after a short illness.

A graduate of Merton College, Oxford, Chris was an expert teacher of Modern Languages who joined Haileybury in September 1989 from the local Richard Hale School, where he had taught languages and been a Housemaster. He delivered French and Spanish to A level with rigour and insight, inspiring many Haileyburians to study Modern Languages at degree level. He was a much-valued Tutor in Thomason House and a highly efficient Examinations Officer. He also accompanied overseas trips and other activities, including golf. In retirement he enjoyed opera and played golf regularly at several local clubs, often with his former colleague, Rob Turnbull. Chris was a dedicated family man and his two daughters, Isabel and Anna, joined Haileybury for the Sixth Form: they still live locally.

The Society sends sincere condolences to Chris’ OH daughters Isabel (Alb & Th 91-93) and Anna (RD & Alb 95-97)

Details of funeral on link – https://christopherhurley.muchloved.com

Thursday 18th September 12:30 at All Saints Church, Hertford.