William Hunt Obituary
July 20, 1951 - December 31, 2024
William Martin Hunt III, M.D. (Bill), 74, was born in Charleston, South Carolina, and was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and devoted Jacksonville psychiatrist for more than forty years. He passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, following injuries sustained in a tragic hit-and-run motorcycle accident.
A board-certified psychiatrist, Bill was a proud alumnus of the Menninger Clinic's residency program in Topeka, Kansas, where he refined his belief in thoughtful, relationship-centered psychiatric care. He was a graduate of Gainesville High School, The University of Florida, and The University of Miami School of Medicine. Following his medical training, he honorably served as a Major in the United States Air Force as a psychiatrist.
For decades, Bill served the Jacksonville community with quiet dedication, offering steady presence, careful listening, and deep respect for those entrusted to his care. Generations of individuals and families felt the ripple effects of his compassion, integrity, and commitment.
Bill is survived by his loving wife of forty-nine years, Ann Economus Hunt; his children, William Martin Hunt IV, Constance Hunt Worthy, and Alexander Leigh Hunt; and his cherished grandchildren. Bill was a lover of music, motorcycles, family, fun, and lifelong learning. To know him was to learn something new - and to feel deeply loved and accepted.
A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 14, at San Jose Episcopal Church, 7423 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida 32217.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory may be made to the San Jose Episcopal Day School Scholarship Fund, a cause close to his heart and one that brought deep meaning to him and his family.
Donations may be made online at:
https://bngn.blackbaud.school/?id=cwu00l4euit
or by check, mailed to:
San Jose Episcopal Day School
Attn: Hunt Scholarship Fund
7423 San Jose Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32217
Bill will be so deeply missed, and his family is profoundly grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support during this time.
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Jeanne Miller
January 18, 2026
So sorry to hear of Dr Hunt's passing. He was a good and kind man who was an excellent doctor. My thoughts and prayers to Ann and the entire family.
Anonymous
January 13, 2026
Not entirely positive I´d be here without Dr. Hunt. I was a difficult patient during the hardest days of my life and he treated me with tenderness, compassion, and a real desire to help. And he did help, I´m healthy now. I´ll never forget his contribution to that. The world was a better place with him in it.
Carol Limbaugh
January 12, 2026
Dr. Hunt was a great therapist I am so sorry to hear about his passing. Anne I am praying for you and your family. He was like a friend. May God bless you and your family. He will be missed
Laura Lynn
January 10, 2026
I was so sad to hear today of the passing of Dr. Hunt. I thought of him not only as my doctor but also as a friend. I was a patient of Dr. Hunt for almost 20 years. He had such a sweet and caring way about him. He helped me through so many trails and losses.
I will miss our talks. He was just a wonderful human. To Ann and the kids, my heart breaks for you all. What a loss.
See you in Heaven Dr. Hunt.
Thank you for taking such sweet care of me for so many years.
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Pamela Fowler
January 10, 2026
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs.Ann and family . We are keeping y'all in our thoughts and prayers
Dr. Hunt was an amazing Doctor, so soft spoken and always made you feel comfortable with him.
I had a blessing of being his patient of 32 years and he helped me to understand that sometimes certain mental health problems cannot be healed, but stay on your medicine.
He taught me a lot about my Major Depressive Disorder and how to deal with it the best I can through my Medicine and talk therapy.
I am sure going to miss him and seeing Mrs. Ann, they were always so kind to me. Finding another great Doctor like Dr. Hunt is impossible, but I will try to find one at least half as good. My Anxiety is through the roof knowing I will never be able to discuss all the hurt and problems and medical issues I have with him again.
I will see him again when Jesus Christ comes for his people. Rest in peace Dr. Hunt I know God must have needed another Angel.
Mrs. Ann and family, please take care of yourselves during this time of great loss. I know God says he will never leave us nor forsake us.
May God bless y'all with many wonderful memories of this most intelligent, giving, kind and amazing man. He is sorely missed.
A patient of 32 years,
Pamela F.
Anna Marie Cadogan
January 9, 2026
Dr. Hunt was an extraordinary man and meant so much to so many people in the community. I will always be grateful for his care, kindness, and wisdom. My deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time. He will be deeply missed.
Rhonda L
January 8, 2026
Connie, all my love to you and your family I am so sorry for this unfortunate event. I worked with you at MHJ BHU. My condolences to you all on this tragic loss
Rhonda l
Robert Fillmore
January 8, 2026
A great man helping the community for over forty years. I was fortunate to know him since the mid eighties. A calm intelligent and caring friend always.
Marty Clark
January 8, 2026
So sorry to hear of Dr. Hunt´s passing. What a loss for us all. Prayers to the family.
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