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Daniel J Hunter
1922 - 2016
Daniel J Hunter
1922 - 2016
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BORN
1922
DIED
2016
Daniel Hunter Obituary
Daniel Joy Hunter, age 93 of 79 Newell Drive, a real estate salesman since 1976 passed away on January 11, 2016 in Clearwater, FL. He was a Naval pilot and survivor of Pearl Harbor, retiring from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of service. He was a flight inspector for the Federal Aviation Administration, retiring in 1975.
He was a member of the Silver Eagles, Quiet Birdmen, FOPA, Blackstone Valley Board of Realtors, and Federal Retirees Association. He leaves two daughters, Diane Manganaro of Clearwater FL, and Lynda Webster of Bonita Springs FL; and a son, Daniel T. Hunter of Belmont MA, along with three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He leaves a sister hazel from Georgia. He enjoyed many wonderful years with his long time companion, the late Joan DiGregorio.
Born in Cranston RI of the late Thomas M. Hunter and Eva (Goff) Hunter of Largo FL. He lived in Cumberland RI since 1962. Burial will be at the Veterans Cemetery in Sarasota FL.
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Martha Church-Lapierre
January 20, 2016
Dan was a great guy and gentleman. We are very sad to hear of his passing. Sending heartfelt condolences to Diane and Lynda and family.
Sandy Soares
January 18, 2016
Dan was a gentleman, an inspiration, a role model and a personal hero of mine. He left behind many friends who loved him and will miss him. RIP Dan. You were one of a kind, and I am glad I knew you. ❤ My deepest sympathy to his family.
Sandy Soares
January 18, 2016
Dan was a gentleman, an inspiration, a role model and a personal hero of mine. He left behind many friends who loved him and will miss him. RIP Dan. You were one of a kind, and I am glad I knew you. My deepest condolences to his family.
Kimberly Hawthorne
January 18, 2016
I am so lost for words, Dan was the definition of a true gentleman. The most kind hearted person I have ever know. RIP Dan you will be forever in my thoughts and heart
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Caroline Barron
January 18, 2016
Dan was like a father to me. A great friend and mentor. We had the best times working together at Coleman Realtors...like a great big family. I had so much respect and love for Dan that I gave my daughter his middle name "Joy". We love you Dan. Rest inn Peace knowing you are so love by so many. Our condolences to your family xo
Tom and Olivia Bousquet
January 18, 2016
May the memories of your Dad and our friend Dan bring you comfort during this hard time. Look back on all the good memories you were able to have and smile at the fact that you were able to share these before he passed away. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Today we salute a wonderful man and friend.
timothy dean
January 15, 2016
sorry for the lost
Ed OBrien
January 15, 2016
My deepest Sympathies and Prayers.
You will be missed. God Speed my Friend
Lowell Cornell Jr.
January 15, 2016
Dan and I met through the QBs. He was a true gentleman and I was proud to call him my friend. It was a sad day when I was informed of his passing.
He maybe gone but not forgotten.
Good bye my old friend.
Ernest Lambert
January 14, 2016
A man of principle and a Gentleman, always dressed with such pride,. I enjoyed the time I spent with him especially our lunches. I knew him for 40 years and always had a high respect for his honesty and his integrity. I will miss him. Ernest lambert,Coldwell Banker, formerly Lambert & Lambert, my wife Jeanne and I want to give the family our deepest sympathy.
Christopher Staley
January 14, 2016
Blue-skies & fair-winds, Dan... & may you "reach out your hand, & touch the face of God".
Christopher Staley
RIQB
Paul Grenon
January 14, 2016
Dan was such a great friend. I will always fly with him! What a wonderful man serving his country and his community for his entire life.
I will miss him so much.
Paul S. Grenon
Fellow Pilot and Friend
Smithfield, Rhode Island
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