Abigail (Abby) Rae Hurst, 3, of Lititz, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. While Abby was born with a rare genetic brain disorder called Pontocerebellar Hypoplasia (PCH), her family takes joy in God's sovereign grace, resting in the peace of assurance that she is now made whole, and they will one day be reunited for eternity in Heaven.

Born in Ephrata, she was the daughter of Zachary T. and Rachel R. (Shortes) Hurst.

Though Abby's time on earth was short, her joyful personality touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. She was the happiest girl, with an infectious laugh and a smile that could light up any room. She loved listening to music, especially bluegrass gospel, and cherished her beloved Berenstain Bears. She adored her little sister, Joanna, and her puppy, Tilly, and found great joy in being outdoors—riding her bike and going on walks were among her favorite activities. One of the most special relationships in Abby's life was with her grandpa, who was her best friend. Abby and her family attend Lake View Bible Church in Manheim.

She is survived by her parents, Zachary and Rachel Hurst; her sister, Joanna Hurst; paternal grandparents, Elvin (Carol) Hurst; maternal grandparents, David (Dawn) Shortes; paternal great-grandmother, Irene (Boll) Haller; maternal great-grandfather, Glenn A. Keen, Sr.; her uncle, Brian (Erin) Shortes; her aunts, Becky (Justin) Ream and Amy (Jason) Grier; and her cousins, Riley, Mason, Jacob, Logan, and Emma.

Friends and family will be received from 4PM to 6PM on Friday, January 24, 2025 at LEFC, 419 Pierson Road, Lititz, PA 17543. Additional time for family and friends will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025 from 10AM to 12PM at LEFC. A Funeral Service will follow beginning at 12PM. Click here to watch the service via livestream. Abby's family is requesting that everyone wear pink in honor of her favorite color.

Interment will take place in Witness Park cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Abby's name to the Clinic for Special Children, attn: Development, P.O. Box 500, Intercourse, PA 17534 or online at: clinicforspecialchildren.org .