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Carroll HUNTER Obituary
Carroll Thomas Hunter, the son of the late Thomas B. and Margaret Hunter, was born July 15, 1935, in Port Haywood, Mathews, Va. He graduated from the Thomas Hunter High School in Mathews, Va., in 1956, which bore the name of his grandfather. He also received a certificate of Special Programs Award in Accounting Essentials from the College of William and Mary on April 15, 1993.
Carroll joined the Wayland Baptist Church at an early age and served faithfully for many years as Chairman of the Trustees, and was a member of the Wayland Baptist Church Choir.
After residing in Newport News, Va., for a number of years, he became a member of Rising Sun Baptist Church in Yorktown, Va. There he served diligently as an usher, member of the Men's Chorus, the travel ministry, and the scholarship committee.
Carroll and Audrey Lewis Hunter were joined in Holy Matrimony at Rising Valley Baptist Church in Gloucester, Va., on Jan. 27, 1963. From this union, they produced two sons, Carroll Thomas Jr. (Tommy) and Brian Keith. He was employed at the Yorktown Naval Weapons Station for more than 20 years, and retired in 1991.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Dora and Francis; and his brothers, Hubert, Hilton and Alvin; and his son, Brian.
Carroll is survived by his wife, Audrey; his son, Tommy; brother, Douglas (Faye) of Mathews, Va.; brother, Carroll (Sandra) of Williamsburg; sister-inlaw, Delores Hunter of Gloucester, Va.; brother-in-law, Bernard Lewis (Sarah) of Baltimore, Md.; and nephews, nieces, and a numerous host of relatives and friends.
The Homegoing Celebration for Carroll will take place at the First United Baptist Church in Gloucester, Va., on Monday, June 21, at 11 a.m. He will be interred at the Rosewell Memorial Garden Cemetery in Gloucester, Va. A viewing will be held at Carter Funeral Home in Denbigh Chapel, 251 Richneck Road, Newport News, Va., on Sunday, June 20, from 7 to 8 p.m.
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Earline Young
June 21, 2010
Sister Hunter, famiy and friends; we are all sadden by the loss of Brother Hunter and wish to convey our condolences. May the love of God keep you, may His peace sustain you, may His grace and mercy be extended during this time. It is with christian sympathy and heartfelt love that we embrace you Sister Hunter.
June 20, 2010
As you and the family are comforted, may the peace of God surpass all understanding. He has gone home to be with our Lord and Savior. We give and send our condolences to you and the family. If there is anything that First United or the First Family can do, please don't hesitate to ask. We are here for you.
Blessed Quietness,
Dr.Allen M, Min. Rashinda and Grace Davis
Pastor, First United
Doreen & Marvin Pressey
June 19, 2010
Mrs. Hunter and Tommy,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the rest of your family.
June 19, 2010
Audrey, Tommy and family, our prayers are with you during this very sad time. Duke and Wilnet Willis.
Marion & William J. Smith, Sr.
June 19, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
SEBRINA HAWKINS
June 19, 2010
I HAD THE PLEASURE OF TAKING CARE OF MR.HUNTER HE WILL BE MISS. MAY OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN HIS PERFECT PEACE. HE WAS A FUNNY MAN.
Calvin and Marion Randall
June 19, 2010
Audrey and Tommy,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
June 18, 2010
To Sister Audrey and family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Mr. Hunter will truly be missed. If there is ANYTHING we can do for you, we are just a phone call away. Know that you and your family are in our prayers.
We love you,
David & Hope Johnson
June 18, 2010
May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Fred & Lynda Harold
Karen Bartlett
June 18, 2010
To Tommy and family; I was sorry to read about the passing of your father/husband. I just wanted to express my deepest sympathy in your time of lost. (Brian & I worked together serveral years in Colonial Wmsbg).
Nick & Denise Tilstra
June 18, 2010
Tommy,
May our Faithful God comfort you, your Mom, and your family.
Our love and prayers,
Nick & Denise
From the staff of Carter Funeral Home
June 18, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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