"We are very saddened to read about Chuck's death and send our sympathy and concern to Barbara, Jill and Paul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. John and Kathleen Moriarty"
In loving memory of
Charles R. Hunt
July 14, 1936 - January 5, 2018
Charles R. Hunt of Burnt Store Marina, FL and Concord, MA, passed away January 5, 2018 at Hope Hospice in Cape Coral, FL. The son of Mabel (Godfrey) and Waldo M. Hunt of Needham was born in Boston, MA on July 14, 1936. Charlie grew up in Needham, MA and graduated from Needham High School. After receiving a B.S. from Boston University and a Master of Education from Framingham State University, he spent 35 years with the Lexington Public School System, Lexington MA, in various capacities including Director of Physical Education and coach of the varsity hockey and baseball teams. He also served in the Army reserves early in his career. Charlie, an avid golfer, boater and life-long Patriots and Red Sox fan, loved traveling and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Barbara (Brearley), son Paul of Washington DC, daughter Jill Goodwin and partner Brian Ridlon of Rochdale, MA, grandson Trevor Goodwin.
A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Church, 211 W. Charlotte Ave., Punta Gorda, FL on Friday January 26, 2018 at 11:00AM, with a memorial service in Concord, MA to be held in the spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name to Hope Hospice, 9470 Healthpark Circle, Ft Myers, FL 33908, online at http://donate.hopehcs.org; Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, 3760 Fowler St, Ft Myers, FL 33901, online at http://donate.harrychapinfoodbank.org, or the charity of your choice.
Tributes
"My sympathies to the Hunt family. Chuck was a wonderful colleague, friend, educator and human being. I enjoyed and appreciated his friendship, insight, and advice while working with him at Lexington HS. Brian McNally"
"A former colleague and golfing buddy. Will miss you old friend. RIP Sam Kafrissen"
"My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I had Mr. Hunt at LHS from 1971-1975. A real gentleman and fortunate to have met him. Until we meet again Mr. Hunt Bob Marshall class of 75"
"So sorry to hear about Charlie. We enjoyed our little chats around the pool at BSM. We will miss him. You are in our hearts Barbara, at this sad time."
"Words can't begin to express how much we will miss Charlie around Harbor Towers! He always had a kind word for everyone and despite his health issues was always upbeat! As I type this I can hear his gravelly Boston accented voice in my head... We just loved him! "