James Leroy Hurley, 83, of Nederland, passed away on December 28, 2012 at his residence. He was born on March 11, 1929 in Beaumont to Jamel Hurley and Velma Ruth Laxson. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force.James is survived by his wife, Dora Hurley of Nederland daughters, Velma Weise of Wildwood and Carol LaBove of Port Neches son, Gary Hurley of Nederland brother, Jesse Hurley of Beaumont sister, Sherry Guidry of Beaumont nine grandchildren and three greatgranddaughters.