James A. Hunter

1938 - 2017

James A. Hunter obituary, 1938-2017, Ogdensburg, NY

BORN

1938

DIED

2017

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Fox & Murray Funeral Home & Cremation Services

528 Franklin Street

Ogdensburg, New York

James Hunter Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 17, 2017.

Funeral services for James A. Hunter, age 78 of Morristown and formerly of Hammond will be held at 5:00pm on Wednesday June 21, 2017 at the Brier Hill Fire Department with Pastor David Sheppard officiating. His place of rest will be at Foxwood Memorial Park at a later date.

Calling hours will be held also on Wednesday from 3:00pm until the time of the service at the fire hall. Mr. Hunter passed away on Saturday (June 17, 2017) at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Arrangements are entrusted to the Fox & Murray Funeral Home.

Surviving is his wife Elaine; three sons Edward (Linda) Hunter of Adams Center, John (Cheryl) Hunter of Hammond, Guy Hunter of Brier Hill; four daughters Laura (Charles) Hierholzer of Hammond, Mary (Peter) Paquette of Morristown, Peggy (Calvin) Randolph of Morristown and Karen (Earl) Hiltz of Clay; A sister Shirley Fuller of Ogdensburg; 18 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews & cousins.

Jim was predeceased by two infant sons Timothy & James Hunter; two infant sisters Sharon & Betty Lou Hunter and a brother Jean Hunter.

He was born on Sept 30, 1938 in Hammond NY, a son of the late Murray & Pauline (Catlin) Hunter. He attended Hammond School for his education, and later married Elaine Farrell on Sept 10, 1967 in Dekalb Junction with Rev. Best officiating their marriage.

During his career he was employed at Peretta Meat Packing, Natural Dam Paper Mill, NY Air Brake and Northern Packing. He was a former member of the Black Lake Fish and Game Club and Brier Hill Fire Department. He enjoyed mowing lawns and fixing mowers, fishing, hunting, building go carts for grandchildren, watching movies, joking with others and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Brier Hill Fire Department, 2680 NY-37, Brier Hill, NY 13614. Condolences can also be shared online at foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

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June 22, 2017

Trent Porter

Dear Mary, Pete and Family,
My sincere condolences. In this difficult time know our thoughts and prayer's are with you. The pictures show us Jim's love of family, friends and their love for him. Cherish the memories of his life here with us and rejoice in his new life with our Lord Jesus Christ.

Sincerely,
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June 21, 2017

John Perretta

A soft spoken, pleasant man with a great sense of humor and a valuable employee.RIP Jim.

June 21, 2017

Dick Fox

Dear Elaine, Mary & Pete, and family;
I was saddened to learn of Jim's passing. My condolences are extended to all of you at this difficult time. He was a fine man whom I enjoyed knowing and remember the good times at 'Paquette Park' in your back yard.
Sincerely; Dick Fox

June 21, 2017

Dan & Lynne Lockhart

Elaine and the entire Hunter family-We were so sorry to hear about Jim. We send our sincerest condolences. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.

June 20, 2017

Mary Conant

Elaine and family I was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him at the bank. RIP Jim

June 20, 2017

I am sorry to hear about your loss.
-Stephen Pask

June 19, 2017

Kate Bell

My dear sister in law Mary & brother Pete , & family. I wish we were there to support you all at this very sad time in your lives. Jim is no longer suffering anymore & is looking down on you from heaven with love in his heart . He was very nice man & loved his family so much . He was very proud of you all especially his grandchildren . Take care & may you find peace in knowing that he's with God now . Love you all very much . Love , Kate & Doug

June 19, 2017

Kate Bell

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