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H. Edward Hunsburger Obituary

H. Edward Hunsburger, died Monday, November 28, 2011, at Mountain View Regional Medical Center where he received excellent care for a head injury in the ICU, which was appreciated by his family. Born in Buffalo, New York, February 20, 1947, he graduated from high school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with honors, travelled through Europe, and returned to Fort Lauderdale to attend art school. Moving to Manhattan, he was a researcher at Esquire Magazine, on the Board of Mystery Writers of America, and worked at various different jobs while writing novels. He published several books, including a book in the Nick Carter series, Crossfire, and Death Signs as well as short fiction that has appeared in Ellery Queen and Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine. He married his former wide at St. Patrick's Cathedral in NYC and his daughter was born in New York City, which was one of the proudest moments of his life. The family then lived one year in Saratoga Springs, NY, before moving to Minneapolis, MN where he helped raise his daughter with art, cooking, reading and never missing a softball game. He moved to Las Cruces in 2002 while his daughter was volunteering in Las Cruces. He had been active at the Brannigan Cultural Center, Museum of Art, and the Railroad Museum. He was preceded in death by his parents and Virginia Whiting, who loved him as a son. He is survived by his daughter. He will be missed by friends who genuinely liked him and admired his intellect. A memorial celebration of his life will be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels and Sunset Crematory 300 E. Boutz Road, Las Cruces. 527-2222. For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com

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Published by Las Cruces Sun-News on Dec. 11, 2011.

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Mac McCormick

December 20, 2011

Edward was the kind of man who could quickly make himself a fixture in a place – in many ways, a trip to International Delights or the Branigan Cultural Center in Las Cruces was never truly complete until one had seen Edward and chatted with him for a bit. And he was always good for a chat – aside from his family and his work, in fact, his most lasting legacy may well be his kindness and openness toward friends, young writers in particular. He knew the business, he'd made it his life, and yet he still remained generous enough to hold the door open for whomever might want to come in behind him.

That's not to say he ever stopped living that life, of course. Every day, no matter the circumstances, he could be found with his legal pad and pen, working on the next project. He would happily put it down to give words of encouragement, or bounce ideas around, but he was sure to pick it right back up when he got the chance.

To find that kind of generosity and diligence lumped into the same person is a rarity, for sure. We are poorer for having lost him, but much richer for having known him. He will be missed.

Liz Walker

December 20, 2011

Edward was one of the first people I met upon moving to Las Cruces and I worked with him frequently at the Museum of Art. I admired his passion for writing and he was always extremely supportive of my creative pursuits (as well as my husband's). He was extremely proud of his daughter, his work for the museums, and his written work. The world is a duller place without him. He will be missed.

nancy trezise

December 18, 2011

please contact me, I think your father is a cousin of mine.
[email protected]

Rebecca CorreaElliott

December 15, 2011

Sometimes, a person becomes such a fixture in your life, it isn't until they are gone that you realize it. Edward was such a person. I first met him when my daughter Natasha worked at Claymore's. Through the years we ran into him about town or at his reading. He was a gentleman and will be missed.

Eliza Klinger

December 14, 2011

I look back with fondness on our many conversations at Chad's coffee house, and I remember how often and with what pride he talked about his daughter and former wife.

Jan Thune

December 14, 2011

When I visited the Cultural Center, I always looked forward in seeing Edward. His demeanor was so proper combined with a great personality plus a wonderful smile. I will miss his presence in the art world and around town.

My sympathy and prayers are with you…

Fernando Corella

December 14, 2011

Edward was a great and interesting person!! I knew him ver well from delivering mail to the BCC everyday. He will be deepley missed!!!

Natasha Elliott

December 14, 2011

My name is Natasha, I worked at Claymore's coffee house where Edward was a daily regular. I will always remember our conversations on books, my schooling (I was attending NMSU at the time) and family. He always spoke of his daughter with such pride. Edward became such a fixture in my life it is so hard to imagine him gone. But in a sense he will never be gone forver because of the memories he has left behind with all of us who knew him. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers and I wish you all the best.

Chad Claymore

December 14, 2011

Edward was a regular in my coffee house and I considered him a friend. He was there the day my daughter took her first steps. He was a good person and I will miss him.

Harry James Sanchez

December 13, 2011

Ed was a good kind man, as he will be dearly missed as a friend and neighbor.

God Bless his soul.

Jason Rivera

December 13, 2011

Terribly sorry about your loss. Thoughts and prayers.

Emily Maurer

December 12, 2011

To Edwards's family

My heartfelt condolences go out to the family.

I had met Edward during a trip to the coffee shop. His Loving Spirit and helpful ways were apparent to all who knew him..

You will all be in our thoughts and prayers! Edward is now your angel above.
Gods healing Peace and Comfort be with you all, during this time!

Emily Maurer

Rebecca Torres

December 12, 2011

So sorry to hear that Mr. Hunsburger passed away. He was such a kind mind and will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with his daughter.

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