Arvery Henry Hurlstone
Personal details
| Gender : |
Male
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| Date of Birth : |
18/Jul/1941
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| Country of Birth : |
Cayman Islands |
| District : |
Cayman Brac |
| Locality : |
Cayman Brac, Cayman Islands |
Contributions
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Contributed
in Seafaring
on Universe Commander Vessel
as Messman.
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Contributed
in Seafaring
on Ore Regent Vessel
as Bedroom Steward.
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Contributed
in Seafaring
on Harold H. Helm Vessel
as Ordinary Seaman (OS).
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Contributed
in Seafaring
on Fresia Vessel
as Able Bodied Seaman (AB).
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Contributed
in Seafaring
on Petrokure/Gem Pet Vessel
as Able Bodied Seaman (AB).
-
Contributed
in Seafaring
on Universe Admiral Vessel
as Bosun.
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Contributed
in Seafaring
on Delegate For Seafarers Union Vessel
Bio
Introduction:
Inexperienced and with limited education, Arvery Henry Hurlston became a seaman at age 17. With a goal of providing financially for his stepmother and later his own family, the journey began as a Messman. Determined to succeed, Avery's ambitious, personable nature and willingness to learn was admirable. As such, Avery was promoted five times in the nine years away at sea, eventually becoming a Bo's'n. His selflessness enabled his family to live comfortably, provided land and a home.
Arvery joined the Universe Commander as a Messman and 2nd Cook in June 1959 to Aug 1960. Later that year in November 1960 he joined the S.S. Ore Regent as a Bedroom Steward until Dec 1962. On the next voyage he was promoted to Ordinary Sailor on the Harold H. Helm from March 1963- Aug 1964. During his time on the Harold H.Helm a tragic accident occurred in which both of the Captian's legs (Capt. McGuire) were severed from his body. Arvery along with other Caymanians on deck rushed to the aid of the captain getting him to safety and on board a tender vessel to the hospital for treatment. Following that voyage Avery joined the S.S. Fresia as an Able Seaman (AB) from November 1964 to November 1965. Next he joined the S.S. Gem Ret as an AB from March 1966-June 1967. Arvery's final voyage was on the Universe Admiral as an AB Bo's'n and Delegate for Union from October 1967-September 1968. While on these voyages Avery would send home 80% of his earnings monthly to his stepmother who saved most of the money for him, for his returned home. Once married, wages were sent home to his wife. The funds sent home would be used to purchase family land and to build his very own home that he lives in, to this present day.
Using many of the skills honed during his seafaring years, Arvery came home to build a successful career as a master carpenter, plumber and electrician. He has trained, managed and mentored many young men as a carpenter and his craftsmanship can be seen on many buildings on Cayman Brac. As a member of the Cayman Islands Seafarers Association in Cayman Brac, Arvery has dedicated his years off the water to assisting fundraising events namely with cooking and baking for the annual picnic to help ensure that funds are continually raised to ensure that all seamen have a good quality life. It's for the above reasons that I believe distinguish Arvery and make him deserving of this award.
