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James Hunt Obituary
James was born in San Antonio, Texas, September 8, 1931, and grew up on ranches in West Texas. He graduated from Sonora High School as valedictorian and attended The University of Texas where he majored in Plan II. He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity.
After completing his military service in the army, he returned home to ranch. He married Linda Link in 1960, and brought his wife home to the ranch.
James served as president of both Texas Sheep & Goat Raisers Association and the Mohair Council of America. For many years, James served on the local school board. He enjoyed his membership in the Order of the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.
After 30 years of ranching, James moved to the Rio Grande Valley which he had first been exposed to when he met his future wife Linda, who had grown up in Weslaco. For over 30 years, James lived in what he called his "beautiful valley home".
In the Valley, James began growing roses. He loved arranging flower bouquets for the church services at Covenant (PCA) in Harlingen, Texas for many years.
He was involved in establishing the Evening Men's Bible Study Fellowship class in the Valley, and went on to serve as the area class Administrator for Latin America. This work took him and Linda throughout Latin America even living in Mexico City for three years and Quito Ecuador for one.
He is proceeded in death by his parents Velma and Bryan Hunt, and his sister Nancy Powell.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Linda Link and their two children, Hillary Elizabeth and Bryan Link.
Visitation will be at his home, 1202 South Border #672 in Weslaco, Texas from 4pm-6pm on Wednesday, October 11th. Funeral service will be on Thursday, October 12th, 2pm at First Presbyterian Church in Weslaco Texas with Pastor Scott Floyd of Covenant Presbyterian Church (PCA) officiating the service. Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Hunt
Jerry Johnson
October 5, 2020
I still remember going thru AI school with James and helping him with his Brown Swiss cattle back in the 1970’s. I always had a high regard for his parents, sister, and whole family.
Jerry and Nancy Johnson
October 13, 2017
Dear Linda, Hillary, and Bryan, We were so sorry to read of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Nancy and Jerry Johnson
October 12, 2017
My Dear Linda and family,
Stella just let me know about James' passing. Our comfort is knowing that he is with our precious Lord looking down on his family.
I will be praying for all of you and for Jesus to shower all his blessings upon you.
All my love
Mary Jo
October 12, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss.
Sharon and W R Jones
janice pinckney
October 12, 2017
Linda ,
My heart is sad to think of your dear husband no longer walking the earth. His smile and loving ways were always a gracious reminder of our Savior. I pray God's comfort becomes a daily quenching of the sorrow of loss. Walking on...into the realms of Heaven is a reassuring thought. You are loved and admired and prayed for today and in the days to come. Give Hillary a love from me. With sincere sympathy, and
Walking in faith and devotion to Jesus
As you always do,
Janice Pinckney
Anne Glenn
October 12, 2017
Linda, what a privilege to have known James. In our present world of turmoil it was comforting to know that there was a standard that is God based and can bring us peace. My prayers are with you, Hillary and Bryan.Much love,Anne Heaner Glenn
Joel and Linda Pena
October 11, 2017
Such kindness, generosity, dedication to family and servitude to the Almighty will forever be remembered by one who was fortunate to have called James a friend. Our most heartfelt condolences to Linda, Hillary, and Brian.
October 11, 2017
Mrs Hunt and Hillary you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of Mr. Hunt he was a pleasure to talk to and be around I will always remember James as a kind and caring person.He would bring joy to me and even ask of my family.when I would be at the house on a service call May God Bless James and his family in this time of sorrow.Mike Banduch
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