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His energy, great sense of humor and passion for all that life has to offer was unparalleled. Son of Russell and the late Sally MacDonnell, Hunter grew up in Darien, CT along with his three brothers and two sisters. A great protector of his sisters and the leader of the four boys, he was the big brother you wanted by your side.
A graduate of Salisbury School and Hobart College, Hunter spent summers on Nantucket with his family and friends relishing in those long summer days with endless romps at the beach, barbeques and sports at their Sconset home.
Gifted with an inquisitive mind and deep passion for technology, Hunter enjoyed a successful 20-year career in his family's security companies introducing several advanced protocols that helped change the trajectory of the business.
Hunter absolutely adored his children, and never missed an opportunity to share the latest photos. He leaves behind 7-year-old Hayes, 5-year-old Lachlan and 3-year-old Evvi and their mother Kristin MacDonnell of Lakewood Ranch, FL. Hunter is survived by his father Russ and his wife Jan of North Palm Beach, FL and Nantucket, MA; sister Sage (husband Henry) Nozko of Nashville, TN; sister Whitney Wenner of Peachtree Corners, GA; brother Weston (wife Lauren) MacDonnell of Tequesta, FL; brother Harrison MacDonnell of Port Washington, NY; brother Cooper (fiance Jorji) MacDonnell of Manlius, NY; two nieces, six nephews; several loving aunts, uncles, numerous cousins and a host of friends.
The family will have a private celebration of Hunter's life on Nantucket this summer with internment on the island next to his late mother Sally. If you wish to remember Hunter, please consider a donation to the scholarship in his name at www.schoolofaddiction.org/hunter.
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Cheryl L Sciarretta
May 2, 2023
Cheryl L Sciarretta
May 2, 2023
Missing you my friend . Huntie you be in forever be in my heart ... you made me laugh and when I cried you cared you were so much fun and so genuine. I miss us all having such good times i know how much you loved Kk and your babies You were my best friend Huntie. I could always talk you ...I miss you This is your 1st year in Heaven. I know your right there with your Mom and my brother Ron, Hillbilly Willie and D.J.
Keep watching over us all , until we are together again
Love you always, Cheryl
Perrianne Hunt
October 12, 2022
Russ, I am so sorry for you and your families loss.
Susan Coyne Johnston, Tucson, AZ
July 14, 2022
Dear Russ,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this very sad time. May God bless you, your family and friends, always.
Cheryl Sciarretta
May 18, 2022
Sometimes we are blessed to meet not only a great person in general , but also a real loving heartfelt man. That man was you Huntie, I met you through an ex boyfriend , and that was it! We hit it off ,connected , laughed , laughed and cried together Kristen and the kids , Bear, your family was the best of times ( never long enough) the absolute truest,and trusting time well spent. I cant ever forget the talks and happy times, Some sad , but we always had our backs Our friendship. One of a kind I will never forget you Huntie Watch over me in Heaven with your Mom. Forever in our hearts.. My kids , your kids Your family and friends miss you so much. If I could have one more night of chats with you, I would tell you over and over how much you are loved. Rest in Peace my Friend Until we meet up again.. love you Huntie
Cheryl & Sons Johny, Ron , & Mario
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