The County of Wayne is saddened to hear of the passing of Wayne County Commissioner A. Joe Gurley, III. Commissioner Gurley served the citizens of Wayne County in District 4 since July 2014, and was appointed to serve as the chairman of the Board from December 2018 through December 2019. Flags at all County facilities be flown at half-staff in honor of Gurley. The County says thoughts and prayers are with the Gurley family, and asks that residents respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.

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