956 she was united in marriage to Eldon Hurlburt in Fairmont. The couple lived in various locations while Eldon served in the Army. In 1967, upon Eldon's retirement from the ARMY, the couple established their home in Fort Dodge. Val had a passion for ballroom dancing especially with her husband. She also enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her grandchildren and family. The couple enjoyed spending their winters in Arizona. They were members of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Fort Dodge. Memorials may be left to family discretion.