Robert "Bob" Leroy Hunter, born July 23, 1941, in Eau Claire, Pa., passed away Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. He was the son of Homer John Hunter and Josephine Beatty Hunter.
Bob attended Mercersburg Academy and Grove City College, where he developed a lifelong love of learning and forged enduring friendships. It was also at Grove City College where he met the love of his life, Gail.
Bob and Gail were married for 59 wonderful years, sharing a life filled with love, laughter and unwavering support. He was a devoted husband and a proud and caring father to his three children, Steve Hunter (Ann Hart Hunter), Nancy Hunter Mycka (Joe Mycka), and Susan Hunter Fleming. His legacy lives on through his seven beloved grandchildren, Jack Hunter, Sydney Hunter and Elizabeth Hunter, Hunter Mycka and Meredith Mycka, and Lydia Fleming and Audrey Fleming, all of whom he adored and inspired.
A visionary and hardworking entrepreneur, Bob, along with his brother, Harry, grew Hunter Truck Sales from a single location founded by his father, Homer, into one of the largest truck dealerships in the United States. In 2016, he received the industry's highest honor, being named Truck Dealer of the Year for the United States. Bob was also a founding member and served on the board of directors of Idealease, one of the largest truck leasing companies in the country.
Bob's leadership extended beyond the truck business. He was a member of the board of directors of Farmers National Bank of Emlenton for more than 50 years and was actively involved in his community, serving on the school board of the Moniteau School District. Bob also proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Reserve.
Outside of work and service, Bob enjoyed golfing with friends, snowmobiling, watching the Steelers and traveling with Gail. He had a passion for working on his "toys" in the garage and found great joy in mowing the grass or clearing brush on his tractor. His loyalty, friendliness and quiet strength left an indelible mark on everyone he met.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at St. Barnabas for their loving and compassionate care during Bob's last few days.
Bob Hunter will be deeply missed but fondly remembered. His life was a testament to love, dedication, perseverance, and service, and his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
HUNTER - The family of Robert "Bob" Leroy Hunter, who died Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, will hold a memorial service to celebrate Bob's life at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at Harbison Chapel at Grove City College.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Grove City College or The Lighthouse Foundation in Valencia, Pa., reflecting causes that were meaningful to him.

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Published by Butler Eagle on Jan. 28, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Hunter

21 Entries

Don Hill

August 5, 2025

Hi, Gail ... I was so sorry to read of Bob's passing in the Mercersburg magazine I just received. His friendship meant so much to me - his devotion to Mercersburg was so strong. Bob and I graduated high school in the same year. I remember especially, the dinner Bob enjoyed with his Mercersburg classmates on the occasion of their 50th reunion. They passed the hat for Mercersburg and collected what I thought was a more than respectable amount. Then Bob stood up and excoriated them for not having given more. He said he'd lead the way, and he did, and the other guys joined in. Since retiring I've missed my regular visits to Butler, and the golf we enjoyed together on some of those occasions. It was wonderful to see your picture with Bob in the recent Mercersburg magazine. It reminded me of how lucky I was to have been associated with the school.

And, I am still in close touch with your old Grove City classmate Barb Carstensen, who is retired with her husband in Chambersburg. My wife Linda and I moved to Rehoboth Beach, DE in retirement, where our son has a good business.

Robert Sloan

January 31, 2025

Memories Over The Years- With Sympathy:
Bob and I grew up together in the little town of Eau Claire, Pennsylvania. He was two years older than me. He lived up the street from us, The Sloan family.

His mother, Josephine, was our Sunday school teacher for several years. His older sister, Donna Jean, an older brother Harry Joe were always busy working at the Hunter´s International Truck Garage. They also helped at the grandparents store, J.M. Beatty´s "your one stop store."

During our Eau Claire school days, Bob and his cousin, Jimmy Beatty left and attended Kiski Prep School, Mercersburg Academy. Then Bob went on to attend Grove City College, marriage, raising a family with Gail and developing Hunter´s Truck Sales into a great business.

I recollect, both of his grandparents, Edith and Harry Hunter, and Velma and Joseph Beatty. Oh, and Bob had a big pure white German shepherd dog I was always hesitant of it.

Where did all those years go?

An "ole town" friend,
Robert (Bob) Sloan

Robert Sloan

January 31, 2025

Dale Yommer

January 31, 2025

Our condolences to the Hunter family. Bob Hunter was a great man and a wonderful mentor to me. His teachings have stayed with me throughout my career. It was my blessing to know Bob. Praying for comfort and peace for the Hunter family.
Dale & Chris Yommer

Amy Andre

January 31, 2025

Bob and Gail were such a part of my childhood. Many great memories of their kind compassion and serving God. No doubt he heard "well done good and faithful servant" upon his arrival. Hugs to your family.

Scott Buchanan

January 30, 2025

My condolences to the Hunter family. Thank you Gail, Nancy and Joe for allowing me to know Bob. I pray you find peace in the many memories of him.

Pam and Kurt Krause

January 29, 2025

Our condolences to all of Bob's loved ones. May all of your loving memories provide comfort to you.

Pam and Kurt Krause

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Brad Wilson

January 28, 2025

I was truly saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was not only a respected colleague but also a dedicated leader in the trucking industry. His professionalism, integrity, and friendship will be greatly missed.

My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of working with him.

Roger Hanson

January 28, 2025

My condolence goes out to the Hunter family. 'To be remembered is to live forever'. Roger Hanson

David and Lillian Griffith

January 28, 2025

Gail
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family, that in learning to live this new normal, your faith will guide you and the presence of Jesus Himself will comfort you in the days ahead.
Dave and Lill Griffith

George R Gracan

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George Gracan

January 28, 2025

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Our condolences to Gail and the Hunter family on the passing of Bob.Bob was a very good and caring person, excellent boss and friend. He will truly be missed by all.

Jane & George Gracan

Kathleen A. Gordon

January 28, 2025

Dear Gail and family,
So very sorry for your loss with Bob. My sincere condolences for you and your family,
Kathy Gordon

Russ and Barbara Thomas

January 28, 2025

Our sympathy to the Hunter Family over the loss of Bob . He truly was a wonderful caring guy who strove to leave this world a better place in all he touched. We will miss him !

Denny Corbett

January 28, 2025

My sincere condolences to Robert's family

Michael & Dee Dee Newcaster

January 28, 2025

May we express our deepest sympathy to the Hunter families in the passing of Bob; He had a rare quality of leadership & profound devotion to his family & friends, which earned his love & respect of all of us who had the fortune to know him. May he RIP!

Tim Worley

January 28, 2025

My condolences to the Hunter family I have many fond memories of working for them and knowing them

Pete Petrosky

January 28, 2025

I worked for Bob for 17 years. Not only a fair boss but became a friend as well. Good person and it was a pleasure working with him. May he rest in peace and sending his family my condolences.

Tammy Gamble,

January 28, 2025

My deepest sympathy to the family. Bob was such a gentle sole. Holding you all in prayer from Ft Myers Florida. Anyone who knew him was better for it. ~Tammy Gamble

victor weiger

January 27, 2025

We spent a lot of great times with Bob Hunter ,Gail and his brother Harry ,on Associates trips and other meetings. I shared the same year born too. He was a lot of fun and we shared a lot of ideas over the years ! He was a great gentleman and we will all miss him dearly., Vic and Lynne Weiger

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