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HUNTER, Daniel J. Sr. Of Saugus, October 8. Loving husband of Claire (Ferguson) Hunter. Beloved father of Sandra Giandomenico of Everett, Fred Somers of Peabody, Vicki Watson of ME, Lorraine Hunter of Saugus, Debbie MacDonald of Chelsea, Ralph Hunter of VA, Darlene Cohen of Brockton, the late Daniel Hunter, Jr. & the late Dion Hunter. Cherished grandfather of 21 grandchildren & 1 great grandchild. Dear brother of Bernadette Duval of Chelsea, Joanne Ferguson of E. Boston, Margaret Watson of E. Boston, Mary Ann Chianca of Revere, Yvonne Hunter of E. Boston. Predeceased by brothers Joseph "Buster" Hunter, Edward Hunter & Frank Hunter. A Funeral Service will be held in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., SAUGUS, on Saturday at 10 a.m. Relatives & friends invited. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. Interment at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park in Peabody. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Hospice of the North Shore, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923. For directions&obit., www.bisbeeporcella.com.

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 10, 2008.

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Kayla

October 6, 2011

happy birthday papa, I cant believe its been 3 years time flys. Collin is 4 months old now he is getting big too quick. I know your watching over him, me and the rest of the family. I love and miss you.

claire

October 6, 2011

Happy Birthday Danny,I have to work today on you birthday but I guess thats good.I go to bed thinking of you and wake up thinking of you.May be some day I'll wake up and it will be a dream.I miss the ice coffees but Lorraine took over that.We will be together some day and talk all about the things you have missed.The family is fine as long as you are watching over us.I love you so much and miss you

Sandy

October 6, 2011

Happy Birthday dad,cannot believe its been 3 years already.Still hurts to think about it.There is not a day that goes by that you dont cross my mind.It still seems so sureal.I guess we all take things for granted wether we are doing it on purpose or not.I guess i thought you would be around to yell at us about loosing the remote awhile longer,or getting you a ice coffee,or even dumpster diving when Lorraine threw things away on ya! Anyway just wanted to let you know i was thinking about you. Love ya

July 15, 2011

Hi Danny,so much has happen. We have a beautiful greatgrand son Collin.The grand kids are getting so big.Rj is engaged Kayla has become a mom.Vicki has moved down to New Hampshire so we see much more of her and the family.Things are a little rocky right now but we will get through it.There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you.I miss you so much and always will.
Love You,
Clair

greatgrandson

collin

July 15, 2011

Sandy

July 12, 2011

Hi dad, just wanted to let you know i was thinking about you.For some reason its been hard lately you will just pop in my head and i get upset.Its hard even after a couple of years.Any way can you believe Kay has a baby,i mean i knew it would happen someday(later than sooner)but Collins here and he is so beautiful you would of been so proud of Kay she was so brave, and she is such a good mom.(Not that i was ever worried) i never thought i could love anybody as much as i love Kay and Ty.Mom was a reck driving to the hospital that night it was funny,i was more calm than her(you were the one who always drove us)Wish you couldve been there.I know your watching over us though(you and everybody else up there were defiantly watching over Collin that day and keeping him safe.)Love you dad Thinking of you always love Sandy

claire

December 31, 2010

Danny please take care of Barbara she is know with you and my parents.I will be there someday.So we all can be together.Happy New Year

sandy

December 27, 2010

MERRY CHRISTMAS DAD,i agree with Vick you were so easy to buy for on Christmas.WE use to pick out the ugliest Pair of boxers and you would wear them proudly!!! love you and miss you always dad.A day never goes by were I dont think of you.Still doesnt seem real!

December 27, 2010

Hi Danny,see what your wife did.She made a snow storm...lolWere going to hide the sign she put up so next year she cant make any storms.Thank god she cant make fire.....Ok sweetie, i'm off.Love yah your other wife

claire

December 27, 2010

Well we are having a blizzard of 2010 .Every one is blaming me because I put the Let it Snow post up on your grave.

December 25, 2010

Merry Christmas Daddy! I am sending you up a new robe and some Christmas boxers with Mickey Mouse on them. Along with a package of cheese and meats. I remember how much you enjoyed getting just those as a present. I love you and miss you every minute of every day.

claire

December 24, 2010

Merry Christmas I think of you all the time.I can't believe this is the third Christmas with out you.The kids are all getting big.We are going to have a greatgrand child in June.My sister will be with you and my mom and dad.Please watch over her.Make sure she gets her coffee and plenty of food.I love you and you are with me all the time in my heart.

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sandy

November 25, 2010

Happy thanksgiving dad, love you

claire

November 25, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving,We are all going over to Fred and Nicole's house to eat.We miss you at the dinner table or in front of the television with your over stack plate of food and desert on top of it.I miss you so much.I love you know as much as I loved you when we met. Love Forever

Sandy

November 9, 2010

Hi dad just wanted to let you know,once again Tys football team made it to the playoffs.I'm so proud of them.He is getting so good at football.He has come such along way from knowing nothing,to getting really good at it.His ego is getting as big as his hair was!I'm so proud of him and i know you would've too.Love and miss you everyday.

October 8, 2010

Dear Daddy, It's your daughter Vicki. So sorry I haven't written to you in the last 2 yrs. (didn't know mom kept guest book) But that doesn't mean I haven't thought of you every day for the last 2 yrs. and especially during the week of Oct 6 - Oct 8. We have been doing ok, came home to visit in August, for the first time since you passed, it was REAL good seeing evryone, but it was different because you weren't there and it made it harder being in the house without you there. I miss you so much still that it hurts. I wish I could see you one more time so I can hug from behind and tell you how much I love you and always will. I love you daddy Love Always and forever Vicki

Kathleen Lloyd

October 7, 2010

Dear sweet Danny.Two years have done by so fast since you moved to heaven. Claire Lexi and my self went up t see you today. They miss you so much. It doesn't seem the same with you gone but i know everyone thinks of you all the time.Claire and i talk about you all the time. You must think she and i are nuts,well your right lol. We wont change either.Ok my other husband ...I will be back again to talk. Take care up there and save Claire i some ice coffee ..OTAY Love yah...Kathy

sandra

October 6, 2010

JUST WANTED TO SAY,HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD!I LOVE YOU AND ALWAYS MISSING YOU!

Claire Hunter

October 6, 2010

Happy Birthday Danny. I miss you so much. I thought I would not be spending the rest of my life with out you.We will be together again one day.

October 6, 2010

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

kathleen lloyd

October 3, 2010

Hi Danny Happy Birthday my sweet friend. Claire and i have been spending time together.She misses you more then words can say. I miss you to.I will see you when it's my time.Save a place for me at the table. Love yau Kathy

sandra giandomenico

October 2, 2010

Dad i just wanted to let you know i was thinking about you.Theres not a day i dont think about you.It still feels like a dream,cant believe your gone!We felt safe,and knew you would help us if we needed you!All we had to do is ask!love you dad always

claire

December 30, 2009

Hi Danny,Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.I am so thankfull to have you in my life.We have four wonderfull children and nine beautifull grandkids.The kids are what keep me going.I hope you liked your christmas tree it was a small one just like you always wanted.I miss you so much.we will be together someday all of us.I love you .You are in my heart.love Claire

sandy

December 28, 2009

Hi dad.Merry Christmas ,just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you.Like I said before there Isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you.It's so weird I guess we just take are parents for granted.You just asume your parents are always going to be there. You don't ever imagine them not being there.There suppose to grow old . See there grandchildren grow up, graduate,get married and have children.There's definetly a void in our lives.We all go on but were always thinking of you Dad, there are things I wish I said to you before you left us.But I guess we just didnt want to believe It was really happening.We thought we had more time. I hope Its true what they say that someday our family will all be together again.

claire

November 27, 2009

Hi Danny,we all went to Fred's for dinner.I cooked a 30lb turkey.Nicole's mother and sister and her family was there.But it seemed empty with out you and Nicole's father not being there.Fred was in his glory having us all there.I miss you so much.I love you and always will.

Sandra Giandomenico

October 8, 2009

Hi dad just wanted to say happy belated birthday.Sorry its not on your bday.Its been hard these past couple of days.I cant beleive its been a year already.It still feels like yesterday (still hurts like hell.)And it Still doesnt feel real, I cant believe your not here.Theres not a day that goes by that I dont think about you.Love you and miss you always your daughter sandra

kathy lloyd

October 6, 2009

Hi Danny Just wanted to wish you a happy birthday.I miss you very much and know your not in any pain now.The angels will keep you close to there hearts now.I'll be back again to say hello.Love and hugs,your other wife.........Kathy

Lisa Ferguson

October 5, 2009

Hi Auntie and Family:
Just a little note. Wanted to let you know I was thinking of Uncle and missing him. Hope you all are doing well. Hang in there! Love Lisa xoxoxo

Monica Kao

August 27, 2009

hi danny, I wanted say that i miss you, and not a day goes by that you dont cross my mind. i wish you could see my daughter and how big she is. AND how smart she is. haha. she is nothing like me.

i love you and miss you.

June 22, 2009

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Claire

June 21, 2009

Happy Fathers Day,I miss you so much.It just don't feel real that you are not here.I wait for you to walk through the door and ask for an ice coffee or yell at the dogs to get out of your way. I see so much of you in Lorraine everything has to be just so.You are in my heart and prayers all the time.
Love Forever and Always,
Claire

Claire

June 4, 2009

Hi Danny,Kayla graduated I know you would be proud of her.She is growing up so fast.I wish you were here to see what a beautifull woman she is.Watch over her and protect her and all of the kids. I miss you so much.
Love ,
Claire

sandra giandomenico

June 3, 2009

Hi dad,Just wanted to let you know Kayla is graduating today.I know you'd be proud.Mom mention that you said something about her graduating this year when you started getting real sick.I wish you were here to see it.I know if you can your watching today. She did it dad.Love you and miss you alot. love Sandy

ritchie knight

January 30, 2009

hi papa i love and miss you so much and i wish you were her but your in a better place now

i love you
your FAVORITE grandson =]
Ritchie

sandy

January 1, 2009

Hi ,dad just wanted to say Happy Newyear .Are first new years without you.Its hard and Im sure It will be awhile before It doesnt hurt as much( Wanted to let you know I was thinking about you too.)We miss you everyday.love your daughter Sandy

claire

January 1, 2009

Happy New Year,I can't believe I am starting a new year without you.It is so hard Ifeel so alone.My heart is so broken.I never thought it would be like this. you are so far away I just want your arms around you.I love you more than anyone could imagine

Claire

December 25, 2008

Merry Chriatmas wish you were here it is so hard. I never thought I would be alone with out you.The New Year is comming but with out you it sure will not be a good one for me.The kids are here for me trying to make things better.Thank God I have them and the grandkids.With out them I would be lost.I hope some one up there gave you your Christmas boxers and chocolate covered cherries.

Claire

December 19, 2008

Happy anniversary It was a bad day today for me.It is snowing the first snow storm of the year.Lorraine and the kids were shoveling a little.I think of you all the time.

Kathy Lloyd

December 17, 2008

Hi Danny it's your other wife .Wanted to say Merry Christmas.I know your spending it with the angels this year and im sure there filling up that ice coffee cup every now and then.I'm watching out for Claire.She misses you like crazy.Shes strong and tries so hard to do the right thing.Make sure you keep her safe.I'm off but i'll be back soon.Love Kathy

sandy giandomenico

December 16, 2008

DAD JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY.I still cant believe your not here.The family is so lost without you, were all dealing with it in are own way.It hurts every time I think of you ,its so hard.I wonder how long it will be before that ache in are hearts will go away?I also wanted to let you know dad I went to the doctors to get myself checked for something that has been going on for awhile,( loosing you and seeing what you went threw with the cancer and all) made me scared enough to get it checked out.I ended up having two very large polyps in my colon.The doctor said they were there for at least four years.So dad I owe it to you that we got it!Your still watching over us and protecting us. Thankyou With love always and merry christmas dad your daughter sandy

Claire

December 14, 2008

Danny I miss you so much there is not a day that goees buy that I don't think of you.you were not suppose to leave me we were suppose to grow old together.people don't relize what they have til they lose it.

Lisa Ferguson

November 19, 2008

Auntie, girls, and Fred:
I can't tell you how sorry I am about uncle, He was too young, so full of life. He was the hardest working guy I ever met. He loved you all, especially auntie, you are the love of his life and in time we will all meet again it may not be soon, but have faith it will happen. I love you all, stay strong and remember all the wonderful memories. I'm sure he has his ice coffee. lol. xoxoxox

Claire Hunter

November 8, 2008

I can't believe it has been a month since you left us.I think about you all the time.The holidays are comming up the kids are comming over.It will never be the same there always be one of us missing.I love you and always will

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claire hunter

October 15, 2008

Danny I am trying so hard to go on without you.Every were I go there are memories of you .I expect you to be down the hill cleaning with your broom comming up to the house for a ice coffee.I miss you so much

Lorraine Hunter

October 14, 2008

Hi dad, I' sorry it took so long to write my farewells. I still can't believe your gone. I will remember you good and bad, sad and happy, because all of those things are part of you. The last few months have been tough for you and all of us who witnessed your suffering I do have to say that I am very oneway I would still much rather you here with me. the house is not the same without you. I miss you yelling where the remote is and telling us not to touch the tv anymore, I miss you asking mom for your damn ice coffees. Your gone but you will never be forgotten. I'm a little upset with you cause you told me you were coming home two fridays ago but I guess under the curcumstances I have to except the fact that you are in a better place. You are not in pain or suffering anymore. Well bye dad I will see you in heaven, make sure your there to greet me at the gates... love you Lorraine

together for ever

October 12, 2008

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Donald Swan

October 11, 2008

Dear Claire & Family & Hunter Family
Im so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. May you find peace knowing your love one is watching over you know.Hes not in pain no more and in a better place hold on to the presciouse Memories luaghs joys and good times you all had while he was with us my Deepest sympothy

Linda Shapiro

October 11, 2008

Dear Claire and family
I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Daniel from TTI. He was a kind and friendly man always ready with a smile. I liked him very much and admired him for his hard work and dedication to our Temple community. He will be missed greatly.

Brittany, Naytalia, Nayali and Ali Drapaniotis

October 11, 2008

My FAVORITE great aunt and cousins, I am so sorry for your loss. I am here for all of you if you need ANYTHING. Auntie Claire everything is going to be all right at least uncle Danny isnt in pain anymore. He will be missed. I love you so much! see you soon. xoxoxo

Sandra Giandomenico

October 10, 2008

Dad,I love you and miss you.I wanted to let you know that I appreciated everything you did for me growing up I know I didnt always show it.You always worked so hard to make sure we always had what we needed or wanted.We never went without.You didnt deserve this.Dad dont worry about mom we together as a family will take care of her.Love you always sandy

nancy polonsky

October 10, 2008

Dear Claire,
Daniel was a kind and gentle man and I know my life was better for having known him. His concern and caring for everyone at TTI was beyond words. He will be remembered forever. May his memory be for a blessing. Nancy

Ernie & Evelyn Watson

October 10, 2008

To Daniel, while we have never actually met, I have heard so much about you from my son Derick and your Daughter (our Daughter in law) Vicki I feel I know you enough to be very sad that you have moved to be with our Lord before we could meet in person. I pray Gods blessing is now on you and you are at peace.
To the Hunter family we are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time, we ask God to give you the strength you need and the peace you deserve. To Vicki we love you and are with you in soirit. God bless you all

Renee Turczyn

October 10, 2008

To my Dearest Aunt and Cousins,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always. Uncle Danny was a great man who thought of eveyone else before himself. He has touched all of our lives and cherished every day in a special way. I will miss him very much! Just always remember he is the ANGEL on your shoulder to watch over you forever. Call me if you need anything or someone to talk to.

Love Always, Renee, Gene & Evan

Michael McPherson & Vickie Haskell

October 10, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jennifer McPherson & Dave Kerns

October 10, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Dave & Jaime McPherson

October 10, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Sharon McPherson

October 10, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, father, brother and friend - Danny (Uncle Danny). You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have fond memories of Danny. He was a good man, husband and father. He always made us laugh. My heart goes out to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take comfort in knowing you have a special guardian angel to watch over all of you.

Kayla Giandomenico

October 10, 2008

grandpa i love you and miss you. you will never be forgotten. you were a great grandfather to me and all your grandchildren. im glad your not in pain anymore and in a better place. i love you always and forever.
your granddaughter kayla

Monica Kao

October 10, 2008

Danny,

I don't even know what to say. I happy that you are in a better place and you can watch over us. I am happy you got to meet kiara. i could not ask for more.. I love you with all my heart.. you are a father to me. they say that blood is thicker than water.. but not all the time..sometimes its the ones that arent blood related that love you more than life itself.

I Love you and we'll see eachother again soon. Rest in Paradise

Ronald & Deborah Ferguson

October 10, 2008

Dear Claire & Family:

It was with a great sense of loss when we heard of Danny's death.

We wanted to let you know that you have our deepest sympathy, and our hearts are truly saddened.

Danny was more than just a wonderful person; he was so kind and considerate to us that we always welcomed seeing him at every opportunity.

And, we know that his passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew him.

Danny will always remain within our hearts, and we have included Danny and you and your family in our prayers.

If there is anything that we can do to help you in anyway, please do not hesitate to call us at anytime even if it is just to talk.

Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.

Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences at this most challenging time.

Kathy Lloyd

October 10, 2008

Being a close friend to the family for many years has led me to love you all very much. You are all a big part of my life. I know what you all have been going through this past year and ive seen the pain Danny was in. He is now pain free and in peace and can now walk with the angels.Try to think of him as moving to heaven.I'm sure some one up there met him with his glass of ice coffee when he arrived.Claire you know i will always be here for you no matter what you need.Just call and ill be there.
I will miss you Danny.Love Kathy

Derick Watson

October 10, 2008

Dad,

I wanted to say a few things I couldn't come to say to you while you were in the hospice but, feel the need to now.

I love you very much. You were the best father inlaw one could ask for. I promise to always take care of your daughter Vicki and your three grandsons as I know you wanted to be assured they always would be taken care of as a father would take care of their daughter just as you did when raising your daughter Vicki. I will always & forever remember you as a great man so much so that no one will ever replace you ever. I will always remember your sarcasm and the big bright smile that shortly followed it as a sign to let everyone know you were only jokeing around. I love you & will always miss you Dad.

melissa king and larry williams

October 10, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Claire Hunter

October 10, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Vicki Watson

October 10, 2008

Daddy you will be missed terribly. I love you more than words can say and I will NEVER forget you. You are the best father anyone can have.
I will always love & miss you
Your daughter, Vicki

claire

October 10, 2008

Danny I love you so much.You are at rest and there is no more pain.I shall cherish all our years together.

RITA MCGRATH

October 10, 2008

LORRAINE,
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD, I NO THAT THE PAST FEW WEEKS HAVE BEEN REALLY HARD FOR YOU, ALL OF US AT WORK ARE KEEPING YOU IN OUR PRAYERS, AND TAKE COMFORT IN THE FACT THAT HE IS NOW IN A BETTER PLACE.
STAY STRONG, LOVE RITA

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