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Matthew Hunter Obituary
Matthew Dean Hunter, 47, of West Lafayette, passed away unexpectedly at 11:40 pm on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at St. Elizabeth East.
He was born February 14, 1967, in Evanston, IL. On July 4, 2010 he married Meghan McKee in West Lafayette and she survives.
Matthew was the Owner of Hunters Pubs, first opened in 1999. He was devoted to his family. Matthew enjoyed golf, games traveling and supporting the community.
Surviving along with his wife are son, Jacob Paul Hunter, daughters, Margaret Christine Hunter and Winter McKee Hunter, step daughters, Emily McKee Sanders and Aziza McKee Sanders, step-Son, Aiden McKee Sanders, all of West Lafayette, his mother Sandra H. Pearlman of West Lafayette, his father Dr. Dean Murray Hunter of Lafayette, his Sister Jennifer Ynez Hunter of Evanston, IL, a brother, Louis Benson Pearlman (Caren) of Needham, MA, niece, Lucy Pearlman and nephew, Nathaniel Pearlman.
Friends will be received from 5:00 pm until the time of the memorial service at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at Soller-Baker West Chapel 1184 Sagamore Parkway W. West Lafayette, IN 47906.
Those wishing may contribute in Matthew's name to the West Lafayette Schools Education Foundation, Teacher Grants designation, 1130 N. Salisbury St. West Lafayette, IN 47906.
His family honors his memory with the blessing "Ollo vae Ada".
You may leave memories for the family at www.soller-baker.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Hunter
Dean Hunter
January 23, 2021
Our Matt- a Treasured Man- -Son, Brother, Husband, Father and Friend- -the Lives of ALL who knew him were enriched by his Warmth and Vitality, his Caring and his Love ❤ Rest In Peace . Dad
Roger Branigin
January 14, 2015
My deepest condolences to Matt's family and friends.
Eric Lyons
January 14, 2015
I had the absolute pleasure of working for Matt as a server at Hunters Pub. He was a Great man and taught me SO much about the restaurant business and about life. My prayers go out to all family and friends. Matt was truly a great man!!
Mike & Kim Mosson
January 13, 2015
Our Son Adam worked for Matt and always spoke very highly of him. May the Lord watch over your family and bring peace to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of Loss. God Bless
January 13, 2015
Many fond memories of playing golf with Matt at Battleground G.C. I've always admired Matt for the success he's had with his business, but especially his joy in being a father.
My deepest sympathies to his family,
Shari Schendel
Ken Hall
January 13, 2015
I'm so very sad to hear the news of your loss. May God bring you and your family peace. I knew Matt through the business side of life and enjoyed working with him. He made business seem less like work.
Esther Weiner
January 13, 2015
I was deeply saddened to learn of your loss,. May good and happy memories of your time with Matt help ease the pain now and bring much comfort in the fuiture.
Kathy Hudkins Davies
January 12, 2015
As a classmate of Matt's, I recall some wonderful memories shared with him. Our lockers were next to each other through Jr. High & High School and I have been the 'victim' of some of his funny pranks. What a great sense of humor! I'd love to see him 'bend' his tall frame into that little yellow Honda again and see him zippin' down Salisbury. You'll be greatly missed, Matt! My heartfelt sympathies to your family.
John Ross
January 12, 2015
I was a childhood friend of Matt and saw him a few times before we moved. Although we went our own ways as we grew into adults I will always have many fond memories of our friendship. The kindness and charity Matt and his family showed me as a child will never be forgotten and helped make me a better person today. My sincere condolences to Matts family, the world lost a great man
January 12, 2015
Our sincere and heartfelt thoughts are with all of you. Too soon and too short a life but never forgotten. Mike and Carilyn Gery
Beth and Paul Incropera
January 12, 2015
A kinder man cannot be found. I have know Matt for quite a while from working for his Dad, Dr. Hunter. He will be greatly missed and was a blessing to know. Love and prayers to the Hunter family.
January 12, 2015
It is with our deepest condolences and sympathies that we learn of your loss.
From Helen and Gabrielle Meyer and the entire staff of Bistro 501
Steven Hicks
January 12, 2015
So sad Matt was a great guy. He will be missed.
January 12, 2015
Dear Dean, Sandy, Jennifer and Family,
It is with great sadness that I learned of this stunning event. Please know my heart is with you all. Tari Alper
Wendy Brandt Benedict
January 12, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Matt's sudden passing- so many fun high school memories of a wonderful friend to many.
Larry Carani
January 12, 2015
I've known Jennifer Hunter for many years and I am very sorry for the sudden loss of her brother Matthew. My deepest sympathies to Jennifer, Matthew and family and friends. May his life and spirit be carried forward with love and peace by all who knew and loved him.
Mike and Kari Tevis
January 11, 2015
We're so sorry to hear this sad news. Matt was a true gentleman and had a heart of gold. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Terry and Belinda Potts
January 11, 2015
From our family to yours, Love and prayers.
Linda Jeffries
January 11, 2015
Arliss and I send love, prayers, and hugs to the entire Hunter family.
Julie Overley
January 11, 2015
I had the pleasure of working with Matt years ago at The Other Pub! My heartfelt condolences go out to Matt's entire family. Take comfort in knowing that Matt was a kind, wonderful person and will live on in the hearts of many. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Marilyn Pendleton R.N.
January 11, 2015
I used to work with Dr. Dean Hunter in Labor and Delivery at St. Elizabeth hosp. as an R.N. from 1968-1972. I wish to extend my sincere sympathy to all of the family.
Ron Duncan
January 11, 2015
Sorry for your loss. I remember Matt as a young teenager. His father is a friend of mine. May God bless all of the family
Patti and Frank Mason
January 11, 2015
Sandy,
So sorry to hear about Matt's passing. Frank and I send our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Richard Bossung
January 11, 2015
Sorry I will be unable to attend the service. Matt was a wonderful student, loving family man, and great businessman. Deepest sympathy to his mother and his entire family.
Mark & Sara Sanders
January 11, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers to Meghan and family. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Angela Altherr-Graves
January 11, 2015
We will never understand " why " but take comfort in his memory. I knew Matt for over 30 years and he was always nice, caring and he was a friend. His professionalism and dedication excelled as he worked hard to grow the business. Matt has gone to a better place and angels are singing in his presence. A great man!!!
Joe & Becky Shildmyer
January 11, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to Matt's family. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Steve Pahs
January 11, 2015
Meghan, Dean, family and friends. Lynn and I are quite saddened by Matt's passing and your great loss. Matt was a good soul and dealt with life in an honest manner. He was much more than just Hunter's Pub and that's saying a lot.
Steve and Lynn Pahs
Dave Ross
January 11, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Matt's entire family. He is a good man and will be missed dearly.
Angela Eberle
January 11, 2015
I've had the pleasure of working with & for this man for my whole working life. He taught me love and patience and integrity. He virtually helped me raise Zach, Brittaney, and Cameron when they were little and my children look at Matt as more than just 'moms boss' but as a man who they looked up to and loved dearly. I've never known a better person, a kinder person. Matt was one of a kind! I will miss him every day of my life and I'll do my best to continue working his legacy and doing what he would of wanted me to do, which is run that bar...Rest In Peace My Friend Fly High
Dee Dee Lamb
January 10, 2015
My thoughts and prayers to Matt's family: Matt and I worked together at the Other Pub years ago and I am saddened to learn of his passing. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Diane Pinckney
January 10, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to Matt's entire family. I've had the honor of working for Matt for many years at HP west. Matt was such a caring boss and friend. He would have done anything for his employees and we will all miss him so very much. Matt's kids meant the world to him. I have memories of seeing him play so happily with Jake, Maggie, Morgan and Devin. I will miss our teasing of one another over the Bears and Packers. So, in honor of my boss and friend...this one time only....I say, Go Pack...Go!! RIP Matt- I will miss you. ~Loca
Terhune family
January 10, 2015
Much love and prayers for serenity to the extended Hunter family in this time of sorrow. May memories be cherished!
chuck
January 10, 2015
Prayers go out to Matt's family and friends. He will truly be missed . glad to have known him
Tracy (Barrie)Tutsie
January 10, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Matt's family and friends. I had the pleasure of knowing and spending time with him many years ago while attending Purdue. He was a very special person and will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Jonathan holloway
January 10, 2015
Thank you for being a great boss and friend. You will be dearly missed. Sending my love and prayers to the family.
Jonathan "wood" Holloway
Jan Abney
January 10, 2015
To the entire Hunter-Pearlman family. Our thoughts and sympathies are with all of you. Matt was a kind and generous man and will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Carr family
January 10, 2015
Our deepest sympathies are with you during this time of loss. We hope you can find reassurance in the care of your friends, & allow the loving memories of Matt to help you through this time. Jacob, Maggie & all of Matt's family - you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Cindi Koh-Knox
January 10, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to Matt's family! Many of my family members worked for him at all three pubs - we will miss his great smile!
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