Francis H. Hunter ("Skipper"), 76, of Millville, Peacefully went Home to be with the Lord on Tuesday evening, 8/16/2016, while surrounded by his loved ones.
He was the son of the late Frances Hignett Hunter and Leroy Hunter of Millville. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 48 years, Bonnie Bush-Hunter. In addition to his wife, he is survived by 3 equally favorite daughters, Cyndi Motte and her husband Wayne, Jennifer Truxton and her husband Bobby, and Gretchen Twigg and her husband Charlie; and a son, Stephen Hunter and his wife Sharon (Aussenberg); 3 grandchildren who were the apple of his eye, whom he loved and adored so much, Carley, Joshua, and Gabby.
A Veteran, he served his country in the United States Navy. Francis was an ordained preacher and missionary with the migrants in Florida. He was a Certified Tool and Die Maker (Machinist) at Ace Glass, West Company, Wheatons, and Airwork. He played the drums in the Millville American Legion Band and enjoyed talking to his friends on his CB radio.
He had a passion for his motorcycles and was an avid hunter but most of all, Francis loved fishing more than anything.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Francis' memorial service 11 am Monday at Barr Funeral Home, 2104 East Main Street in Millville, where they may visit the family from 10 am to 11 am. Burial will follow the service in Greenwood Memorial Park. The family request, in lieu of flowers that donations be made in Francis Hunter's memory to Celebrating Our Veterans Inc., 1011 Buck Street, Millville, NJ 08332.