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John R. Hunter

1923 - 2009

BORN

1923

DIED

2009

John Hunter Obituary

The Service of Remembrance for Mr. John R. Hunter, age 85, of Homosassa, Florida, will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 21, 2009, at Fountains Memorial Park with Rev. Marcus Rooks officiating. Friends may call 4:00 - 6:00 PM, Friday, February 20th, at the Homosassa Chapel of Hooper Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.HooperFuneralHome.com.
He was born July 20, 1923, in Memphis, TN, son of the late Wesley and Lucille (Huckaba) Hunter. He died February 17, 2009, in Lecanto, FL. Mr. Hunter was a 5 year Navy veteran, serving during World War II. He worked as a Foreman for National Steel before retiring and moving to Florida over 26 years ago. He was a 14-year member of American Legion Post # 400, Orlando, FL. He was a former breeder of Chihuahuas for 11 years in Citrus County and a former service attendant at Texaco in Crystal River. His hobbies included gardening and yard work. He was a loving husband, father and friend that will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Marion Busselle, Doris Kirby and Carol McKee. Survivors include his wife, Eloise "Jane" Hunter of Homosassa, FL; daughter, Mary "Sue" (Brian) Miller of Yorktown, VA; 4 step-children: JoAnn (Steve) Donart of Green Bay, WI; Mary Jo Overbay of Lecanto, FL; Sherri Holland of South Bend, IN; and Bill (Kris) Holland of Crown Point, IN; 11 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Homosassa Chapel of Hooper Funeral Homes.

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Published by Citrus County Chronicle from Feb. 18 to Feb. 21, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for John Hunter

15 Entries

Joann Donart

March 19, 2010

I guess it's time to say good-bye, the guest book ends tomorrow. I will still talk to you though. I could never say good-bye forever. This has been a connection that I have enjoyed this past year doing. I think it helps. We will all be together one fine day. It is the way it is. Life seems pretty good for us. Steve is doing good and I loves him, Brandon made the honor roll, we are so proud of him, you would be too. I love you Dad, and miss you very much. Untill we meet again, Love your Darlin Daughter, Joann P.S. Tell all of our families I said Hi and miss them all too!

joann donart

March 7, 2010

Hi Dad, well Steve and I went to New Orleans for a week. Really had a nice time and enjoyed ourselves. Couldn't find the paper with all the street names on it, so couldn't look up those. We really wouldn't of had time. Will have to go back. Miss you so much. Was over at Tommy's house yesterday for his birthday. He is '40' years old now! Had a nice time. My light is on for you always. Love your Darlin Daughter, Joann

Joann Donart

February 17, 2010

Well Dad, it has been 1 year today that you died. Not in my heart though, you were the best! You will always be in my thoughts and sometimes in my every day living.I think of you alot, but what do you expect? You were my Dad for quite awhile, and you will always be MY DAD! I LOVE YOU and I MISS you So very much. I can't believe that it has been a whole year. You will always be in my prayers. Your Loving Darlin Daughter Joann

joann donart

December 25, 2009

Merry Christmas Dad on your first Christmas in Heaven. I really missed your call today. It was pretty sad. I miss you so much. The days are getting easier to get through. Had your Tampa Bay sweatshirt on, so you were kinda here, alot in thought. Yesterday when I took Brandon to wrestling practice, on the way home, what do I see in the sky? A balloon floating up to the sky! The tears came then. It was just like you were here. Packers are doing pretty good now. Hope we can go to the playoffs. Have to say good bye right now, so I Love you. Merry Christmas Dad. Love Your Darlin Daughter, Joann

joann donart

October 14, 2009

well, my birthday has come and gone and yes, I sure did miss you saying Happy Birthday Darlin. I always will. I know life goes on, it has too, but it doesn't make it any easier. Say Hi to all our relatives and friends up there. OK. Love you Dad. Your Darlin Daughter, Joann P.S. Keep rooten for our Packers!!

joann donart

September 25, 2009

Well, we beat the Bears!! Whoope!! Lost our next one though. We just had to get 1 out of the way, so now we have to kick butt for the rest of the games. Miss you very much but I know you are in no more pain. I Love you Dad. Your Darlin Daughter, Joann

joann donart

August 19, 2009

Well, we played our 1st preseason game against Cleveland Browns, we won!! 17 to 0. Nice way for our Packers to start out. Next game is Buffalo Bills. I miss you so much. Favre is going to the Minnasota Vikings, can you believe that!! Sue is in Florida right now. Kinda wish I was too, in a way. Love you Dad very much. Your Darlin Daughter, Joann

joann donart

August 4, 2009

Hi Dad, well, Packers training camp started this past week-end and I had the biggest urge to call you so we could start the season off, but now I just have to write it in your Guest book. I would much rather have you to talk to. I miss asking you questions that I need your advice on, you always looked at the good and bad side of everything. I miss you sooo much. It will all get better I know. I am going to sing you my little song, I'll love you forever I'll like you for always as long as I'm living My Daddy you'll be. Sadly missed by your darlin daughter, Joann

Joann Donart

July 20, 2009

Happy Birthday Dad, I would be calling you right now and singing "Happy Birthday" to you and I really do miss that.It was really hard this past month going by the card section of every store, I would find myself just glancing at the cards for Dad's. I miss you so much. Football will be starting up and my Sunday's just won't be the same with you gone.In fact, nothing is the same anymore. I am so Thankfull for all the birthdays and Holidays that we did have together. The memories and pictures I have are all treasures I want to keep forever. You were a number 1 Dad and I will always be your Darlin. So, again Happy first Birthday Dad in Heaven. I Love you, your Darlin Daughter, Joann

Joann Donart

June 21, 2009

Happy Fathers Day Dad, this is really hard for me cause I really don't want to say goodbye. I can't right now. You are too much into my life at this time, which I want to keep you there. I know you are gone, but I can just keep you in my thoughts, heart, and feelings everyday as I want. So again I say "Happy Fathers Day" to you. I Love and miss you so very much, I miss our Sunday calls that we could just talk about anything and everything. You were the best. Love and Hugs and Kisses from your Darlin Daughter, JoAnn

Brandon Donart

June 21, 2009

Happy Father's Day Great Grandpa, you were always fun to be with. And I missed you terribably when we were on our vacation. I love you.
love,
Brandon

Amanda and John Jensen

March 1, 2009

I'll miss you Grandpa. I'll always be your Mandy. We are so glad we came by and saw you during our time in FL. the other summer. As I was reading the article that was written in the paper, I remember all the shells at the house and how I thought it was the coolest thing when I was little. I love you.

tom & pat napolitano

March 1, 2009

So sorry on Johns passing. We saw you both at Dr Mac's office in January and everything was well. We were shocked and overwhelmed by the news. The article in the newspaper was right on target. We will miss him. We were friends of Sue & Al Ward and met John at the gas station. Love and Prayers are with you.

Sue Ward

February 28, 2009

Jane... I am so sorry to read about John's passing. I can add to the other praises about him... a gentle person, friendly always smiling and "all around nice guy".
My husband (Al) who died 3 years ago, worked with Carol, John, Roscoe and Judy at the Texaco Station. They had a LOT of fun together!!! He thought John was a very special person.

Paula Chandler

February 19, 2009

My dear friend told me of John's passing and my heart was broken. I met him years ago at the Texaco station when i stopped every Saturday for lottery tickets. We talked mostly about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers(good/bad news), his dogs and just about everything under the sun. He was a joy and a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day!! Once the Texacos closed I didn't see John again but always sent him a birthday card with a note to keep in touch. Thank you John for being a kind, gentle soul. My prayers are with you and your family.

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