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Hunter, a local artist, avid fisherman, photographer and entrepreneur, made his transition on Tuesday, September 18, 2012. He was born March 10, 1943, in Portland, Oregon. Hunter grew up in Northern California and ran away from home at the age of 15 to go prospecting in the Alaskan gold fields. He lived a life full of adventure and travel. He was a local artist noted for his work with Southwest Miniatures. He also wrote two survival books and continually created throughout his lifetime. He served as president of Potpourri Artists in Yuma for the last 9 years and served on the board of directors at his church. He will be missed by his many friends and family.
Hunter is survived by his loving wife, Pat Hunter; son Hunter Schmidt; daughter, Donna Hunter; 14 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; extended family; his dog, Troubles; and his cat, Mece.
Friends and family will hold a celebration of his life on Saturday, September 22 at 1 p.m. at Yuma Center for Spiritual Living, 781 S. 2nd Ave. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice Compassus, 1025 W. 24th St, Yuma, AZ 85364 or Potpourri Artists in Yuma at PO Box 25232 Yuma, AZ 85367.

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Published by Yuma Sun from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2012.

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Donna Hunter

September 26, 2012

He was my super hero and I will greatly miss him. I love you Daddy, I hope you are finally at peace.

September 26, 2012

Pat,
Praying for you and your family during this time. Sincerest condolences ~
Janice Loney

Christal Ott

September 26, 2012

Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and bless you during this time.

September 24, 2012

Pat,
God's peace and comfort to you during this time.

Julie Ott

Sharon Stuber

September 24, 2012

Pat so sorry for your loss of Hunter. God be with you. Sharon and george

Linda Batista

September 23, 2012

Dear Friend, U and Hunter made such an AWESOME TEAM..U were both lucky enough to scratch off most of his "BUCKET LIST" wishes...I will always remember his excitement as he was catching all the fish that would "jump on his hook" last month, but true to his character, he was a "Catch & Release" man...Truely a man of Nature...He will always be one of the BEST MEN I have had the priviledge to know...My prays R with U & the family..

Diane

September 22, 2012

Pat & Hunter, I so enjoyed going through foundations with you, i am honored to have known you. Both of you will always have a place in my heart.

Kim Blasio

September 22, 2012

"Don't be dismayed at good-byes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again.
And meeting again, after moments or lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends." -Richard Bach
I am so sorry Don & I will not be able to attend Hunter's celebration today due to work..I would have loved to be there. Hunter is a wonderful soul that we feel privileged to have known & look forward to seeing again in another place & time. Our thoughts are with him & his family...

Martina Parmley

September 22, 2012

Rest in glorious peace my friend,

Keith and Dorothy Euhus

September 21, 2012

Blessings to you Pat. We are grateful to have known Hunter and to call you both our friends. He will be missed.

Jackie & Butch

September 21, 2012

We have such great memories of Hunter. He was an inspiration for us when we started in arts and crafts. Pat, we pray that you may find comfort and strength in your many memories.

Carol Huebner

September 21, 2012

I am so glad to have known Hunter again.

September 21, 2012

Pat, it has been awhile since I have seen you and Hunter, but I remember the beautiful carvings he made. So great were his talents! I pray God's blessings and peace for you.
Mary Hammel

September 21, 2012

Pat,
So sorry to hear about Hunter's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Barb Shank

September 21, 2012

So sorry to hear this Pat, May God bless you and your family. My prayers are with you and your family. Your friend Lydia Soliz

Lorraine & Chuck Wullenjohn

September 21, 2012

I will miss you so much Hunter. It was an honor to have met you and worked together at church with you. Your light continues to shine. Blessings my friend.

van kelly

September 21, 2012

God Bless you Hunter. May you rest in peace. You are a fine man and will be missed by many.

Diane Robinette

September 21, 2012

Hunter, you will be missed. My condolences to wife Pat, his children and other family. You were a great gentleman. May your spirit soar and be at peace my friend.

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