Martha Hunt Obituary

Martha L. Hunt PORTSMOUTH - Martha L. Hunt, 88, of the 2400 block of Richmond Ave., died Nov. 2, 2009. Born in Sunbury, N.C., she was the widow of George A. Hunt Sr. Martha was a member of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Portsmouth, where she was on the usher board, and Truxton Order Eastern Star Chapter No. 63. Survivors include her two daughters, Dorothy Dupree, Portsmouth, and Denise H. McClure (Michael), Chesapeake; son, George (Rick) Hunt Jr. (Sheila), Portsmouth; brother, William Jack Gatling, Sunbury, N.C.; five grandchildren, Mark Wiley, Yolanda McKnight, Kristi (Nikki), Nixon (Antoine), Jasmine McClure and Jonathan McClure; three great-grandchildren; a host of special nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; one aunt, Maggie Hite, Brooklyn, N.Y.; brother and sisters-in-law, Bessie Manning, Rudolph Hunt, Emma Hunt, William Hunt (Hazel). A funeral will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Portsmouth, with Bishop Curtis Edmonds Sr. officiating. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. Viewing will begin Friday at noon. The body will be in church Saturday at 10 a.m. The family will be at the residence. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth, is in charge. www. fisherfuneral.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 5, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Martha Hunt

15 Entries

Birdie,Brian&Sherisse Ferrill

November 11, 2009

Dottie,Ricky & Denise
Aunt Mart, will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
May God hold you gently console you solftly and bring you peace. John 14:18 I will not leave you comfortless I will come to you.

Rose & Anne Hunt

November 9, 2009

Dottie, Rick & Denise
We regretfully could not be there with you, but please accept & know that our prayers and love are with you especially at this time and always

Phyllis Henderson

November 7, 2009

To The Hunt Family Members,

To all of the family members of Martha Hunt ("Aunt Mart") I send my sincere condolences. Eventhough I did not have the pleasure of spending much time with her ( as did my cousins Toni and Mary Hunt ) while growing up in Portsmouth I have had the distinct pleasure of experiencing her warmth, wisdon, and wit through the sharing of their stories about her. I am certain that she will be greatly missed by her family but will continue to live on in their hearts forever !

May God continue to bless you all and strengthen you!

Shelby Brown

November 7, 2009

Dear Dorthy,
My prayers are with you and your family. God is with you every step of the way. Your strength and beauty thought out your time of sorrow will shine through.
Peace and Love,
Shelby

Mary Leonard

November 7, 2009

Family:

I am grateful for the love and kindness Aunt Mart gave me since Moma has been gone. She adopted me as her own. I love her and will miss her so very much. God Bless you all.

Mary Leonard

Alice Lindsey

November 6, 2009

November 6, 2009
Dear Dotti, Rick, Denise and Family,
The children of your Great-Uncle Wm Alexander Hunt of Jarvisburg, NC share in the loss of your mother. Martha was a source of joy each time we met her. Remember God's Grace when you feel sad.
Love Cousins:
Virginia H. Byrd
Joseph Rudolph Hunt
Lena L. Simons-Clyde
Alice Hunt Lindsey

Doris Brown

November 6, 2009

Toni & Family,

When I read the below poem, I thought of the stories I had heard about Toni's "Aunt Mart"! It seems to say it all. You are all in my prayers in the loss of this SPECIAL LADY....Doris

Every member of the family has a unique role to play in the family unit. In every family these roles are different. A role that an aunt may play is that of helping parents getting along with their children. Much like grandparents, an aunt is not subjectively involved in what happens in the family. She is often able to see things in a more objective way. She also may be able to build relationships with sons and daughters and give them a place to get away from the family for a while. An aunt that is committed to nieces and nephews can play an invaluable part in their lives.

November 6, 2009

D-My condolences to you and your family. I know how much your mom will be missed, but know that you all did the best you could to make her final days one of peace and dignity, in your care of her, both physically and emotionally. You couldn't have done more. You're in my thoughts. Julie

Sheila Hunt

November 5, 2009

My Family
Aunt Mart was to me bigger than life, she was not to be messed with and I love her for that. I loved sitting and listening to her talk because she always made me laugh. I often use one of her line "don’t do me like that" I will miss her beautiful smile. I grieve with you on the loss of our loved one but I know GOD will see you through. I will keep you in my heart and prayers. I love you cousins.

Paula Hunt-James

November 5, 2009

Ricky, Dotti, Denise and Family,

My heart is heavy with the thought of what you are going through at this time. My only solice, and I hope yours too, is knowing that while we are saddened for our loss, the angels in heaven are rejoicing because one of their own has come home. Know that you are in my heart and prayers and I wish you the Comfort of the Holy Spirit, the Peace of Jesus Christ and the Wisdom of the Lord God Almighty, to whom we all belong.

Love,
Cousin Paula Hunt-James
Hackensack, NJ

Rosalind Hunt-James

November 5, 2009

Family,

May God keep you during this difficult time. Look to him for strength, he will comfort you.

You are all in our prayers.

God Bless,
Rosalind Hunt-James & family

Joanne Hunt

November 5, 2009

Dear Family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Aunt Martha..Sorry I will not physically be with you all at this time, my heart & soul definately will be...May God continue to be with our family at this time...Love you all!!!

Carolyn Gary Glover

November 5, 2009

Dear Family,

I am so sorry for your loss,Your mother was a "sweet lady",She will be greatly missed,please know that you are in my prayers,know that you are in God's comforting arms,May your memories bring you comfort in the coming days.

Carolyn Gary Glover and Family

Christa Johnson

November 5, 2009

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 1998-2009

Carolyn R. Williams

November 5, 2009

To Rick, Sheila and Family:

As a Past Matron of the chanpter and fellow church member, this message is sent with sincere condolences and prayers of consolation to you and your family. God will substain you.

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