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Roy Sherwood Hunter

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On February 22, 2012 @ 8:05 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 32 Comments

Roy Sherwood Hunter

Passed away at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 of Blue Water Rest Home and formerly of Exeter at the age of 96. Roywas the last of his generation of the Hunter family.  He was born in 1915 to Etha Caves and Sherwood Hunter and grew up on the home farm.  Beloved husband of the late Anita (Brintnell) Hunter (2010).  Dear father and father-in-law of Sandra Hunter of Lucan, David and Ruth of Calgary and Michael and Deb of Exeter. Dear grandfather of Michelle and her fiancé Simon, Molly, Andrea and Dana.  Also remembered by many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by his sisters Gerta, Lula and Mary and his brother Glen.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, (1 street west of Main), Exeter on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 25th at 11 AM with Bob Heywood officiating.  Interment Exeter Cemetery.

On Friday evening, in the funeral home, there will be an Oddfellows Service at 6:30 PM and a Legion Service at 6:45 PM.

Donations to Blue Water Rest Home or the South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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Roy Sherwood Hunter

Condolences for the family of “Roy Sherwood Hunter”

Condolence from Marg Pavkeje on February 23rd, 2012 7:21 AM

Sandra, David, Mike and families,
So sorry to hear about Roy’s passing. He was a very special man and I feel so lucky that I got to know him, and all of you, over the past 10 years. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Marg

Condolence from Mary Thompson on February 23rd, 2012 11:02 AM

My deepest sympathy in your loss. He was such a kind caring man. It has been great that you had him for so many years. Treasure your memories.
Mary

Condolence from Michael Higgins on February 23rd, 2012 11:32 AM

Mike and family,
Your Dad was a very kind man, a very good friend to my mom [Julie Higgins]. My family send our thoughts and prayers to you at this time. I M sure you will always remember the good times with your Dad.
Michael higgins and family.

Condolence from The Middletons on February 23rd, 2012 11:40 AM

To the Hunter family:

There are certain people you just think will live forever…..Roy was just one of those people. What a wonderful man. He will be sorrowly missed. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you in this very difficult time.

Gary, Jo-Ann & Marshall

Condolence from Kim Winbow on February 23rd, 2012 1:37 PM

Please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of Roy. Our volunteers enjoyed many visits with both Roy and Anita over their years at Bluewater Rest Home. They were a special couple!

VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program

Condolence from John & Carol Coleman on February 23rd, 2012 5:09 PM

To the Hunter families:
Please accept our sincere sympathy at this time of loss. Thanks to our friendship with Mike, Deb, Michelle & Molly we knew first hand what a handy man & inspiration Roy was, not only to his family but the community. He will be greatly missed.
John & Carol

Condolence from Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade on February 23rd, 2012 5:57 PM

Sandra, David,Mike and families:
We are sorry to learn of Roy’s passing.We have so many memories of your father. In your collection of pictures, we saw one with my father in it, thank you .Roy will always be in your hearts and minds, may your memories of him bring you comfort.
He is now with the love of his life, may they rest in peace.

Condolence from Kim, Kevin, Kelsey and Jake on February 23rd, 2012 6:30 PM

Mike, Deb, Michelle and Molly,
Our hearts are breaking with you. Roy was an amazing man and a great neighbour. Many great memories we have shared.
Hugs to all,
Kim, Kevin, Kelsey and Jake

Condolence from Don & Bonnie Froats on February 23rd, 2012 6:55 PM

Sandra: Our Sympathy. Let treasured memories keep your dad close to your heart.

Condolence from Walt and Barb Tiedeman on February 23rd, 2012 10:30 PM

David, Sandra and Mike –

Sorry to hear of Roy’s passing and he was a good neighbour to the
McDonald family on Ann Street. Our deepest sympathy and sorry
we can not attend. Barb and Walt

Condolence from Larry and Joyce Black on February 23rd, 2012 10:34 PM

Sincere sympathy to the Hunter family. Roy was a real gentleman
and always a big smile. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Larry and Joyce B., Grand Bend.

Condolence from Vickie and Al Harvey on February 23rd, 2012 10:40 PM

To the Hunter family
So Sorry to hear of Roy’s passing. He always had a quick wave hello or a nod for us as neighbors. His pleasant smile will be remembered.

Al and Vickie Harvey
Anne St Neighbors

Condolence from chuck and phyllis collett on February 23rd, 2012 11:07 PM

we are very sorry to hear of Roys passing. he was such a nice man. he will be missed by so many people. bless the family that is left to mourn the loss of a loved one Rest in peace Roy

Condolence from Yvonne & Jim Barnetson on February 24th, 2012 9:33 AM

Sandra and families.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all at this time of your loss.

Yvonne & Jim

Condolence from Don & Judy Squire on February 24th, 2012 10:08 AM

I have many pleasant memories of Roy when he visited Latec – always a smile, nod and kind word – may your memories comfort you.

Condolence from Jerry & Mary De Boer on February 24th, 2012 1:08 PM

Mike & Deb, our condolences with the passing of your father. As can be seen from the photo’s, Roy lived a full live and contributed so freely to our community, as well as to his family. May our Lord of love and peace be your comfort through your time of sorrow and loss.

Condolence from Wendi Schwindt on February 24th, 2012 1:18 PM

What wonderful pictures of Roy and such treasured memories…my deepest sympathy to you and your families at this time. Roy was a wonderful man and I know you will miss him.

Condolence from Bill and Donna Perry on February 24th, 2012 2:11 PM

To the Hunter familly our deepest sympathy. You were so lucky to have your Father with you for so long. Cherish the memories. He was a great man.
Bill and Donna

Condolence from Liz Campbell on February 24th, 2012 3:10 PM

Mike, Deb & Family
My deepest sympathy on your loss. May you cherish all your memories.
Sincerely
Liz Campbell

Condolence from Kathy Kirk on February 24th, 2012 4:01 PM

Dear Mike, Deb and family,
My sympathy to the Hunter family. I am sorry for your loss and know that the memories are forever.

Condolence from Gerald and Carolyn Johns on February 24th, 2012 4:39 PM

Mike Deb and family,
Thinking of you as you gather together to celebrate this long life of your father, grandfather. May you enjoy many laughs and memories.

Condolence from Russ and Mary Brintnell on February 24th, 2012 5:15 PM

Dear Sandra, David, Michael and families you have our deepest sympathy as you were blessed with a great father, father-in-law and grandpa. He will also be missed by Almira and Har. As an uncle we will always remember his great humor and that quick wink. Treasure the memories shared. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you.

Condolence from Scot Morgan on February 24th, 2012 7:41 PM

Mike, Deb and families:

Sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. Sincerely, Scot, Shawn and Steve

Condolence from Cathie Alexander on February 25th, 2012 9:27 AM

Mike, Deb and family,
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Cathie Alexander

Condolence from Rob and Sharon Dale on February 25th, 2012 10:02 AM

Dear Mike, Deb and Hunter Family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you keep the memories of your dad and grandpa close to your heart. Sharon & Rob Dale

Condolence from Sue Heffernan on February 25th, 2012 10:57 AM

My Deepest Sympathy Sandra & Family, You will miss your father, your memories of him will comfort you, he is now with your Mom and they are together again forever.,he lived a long life and was tired, it was his time. My Prayers and Thoughts are with you at his time.
Sue

Condolence from Pete and Gloria McFalls on February 25th, 2012 11:33 AM

I worked with Roy on the Fire Department for several years. He was
always there to assist the new firefighters. Our sympathies to his
family.

Condolence from Ben and Barb Dietrich on February 25th, 2012 5:48 PM

Mike, Deb, Michelle and Molly,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad/ grandpa. We are sending our deepest sympathies to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Condolence from The Dow Family on February 25th, 2012 6:09 PM

It has been great to see Roy here at the Golf Course for so many happy years. Roy was a special person and will be missed by many here, and in the community.

Condolence from Deb & Steve Overholt on February 26th, 2012 9:13 AM

Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of all of you at this time. Didn’t know your dad – but from the pictures we viewed it looks like he had a good life and enjoyed what he did. He is now looking down on all of you and is your anget from heaven.
Take care of each other and now that friends and family are here for you when you need them.
With Sympathy
Deb and Steve Overholt

Condolence from Marlene Brintnell. on February 27th, 2012 7:35 PM

Dear Sandra, David, Michael and families,

We share in your loss and are thinking of you at this difficult time. Roy was such a wonderful man, I really enjoyed seeing these pictures of your Dad and your family. Cherish all the good memories and times shared together as they will bring you comfort.

Sincerely, Marlene, Kelly, Darcy and families.

Condolence from Peter and Carolyn Mathonia on March 2nd, 2012 12:34 PM

Mike, Deb, Michelle, and Molly

Just want to let you know that we are thinking of you. Sounds like Roy was a great dad and grandfather. Our prayers are with you.

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