"David was like a big brother to me growing up on 22nd street. Always had a good word or a smile or joked around. I don?t ever remember him getting tired of us being at his house, which we were there a lot. Remembering the old apple tree in the back yard that we used to climb and spend hours up there when we were kids. Pretty sure there was a limb named after him and it was the biggest strongest best limb in the tree. He was cool and we all looked up to him. Joyce, Carol, Rosie, Danny and Julie I know you will miss him greatly and I am sorry for your loss. God speed David Hunter. We will always remember you. "
In loving memory of
David A. Hunter
October 13, 1957 - October 30, 2020
David A. Hunter, age 63, of Quincy, died on Friday, October 30, 2020, at 4:06 pm in Blessing Hospital.
David was born October 13, 1957 in Washington D.C. David was a 1976 graduate of Quincy High School. He was employed at the Illinois School Supply. He was also a self-employed contract and owner of Hunter Construction.
David loved his vegetable garden and always shared his bounty with everyone. He was an avid sports fan, and especially enjoyed fantasy football and the Green Bay Packers. He was a member of St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church.
Survivors include his mother, Joyce Koch Hunter of Quincy; four siblings, Carol Marszalek of Bradenton, FL, Rose Deckard of Plano, TX, Daniel Hunter of Quincy, and Julie (Jeff) Wiemelt of Quincy; two nephews, Wade and Justin Deckard; a great-niece and a great-nephew, Jaxon and Hannah Jane Deckard; aunts, uncles and cousins.
David was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Service: A Memorial Mass will be held at 1:30 pm on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church with Rev. Steven Arisman officiating.
Memorials: Homeward Bound Waggin
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Forever our Brother Dave. Lending a smile, a helping hand, bbq meal, fresh vegetables, fantasy draft statistic, or dog treats for the pups. He will be missed dearly. "
"Sorry for your loss . David was a wonderful person. I have known him for many years and have many fun memories of David. My thoughts and prayers are with you??"
"A treasure forever in our hearts! Memories everywhere from the Round Barn Blues, to the 'Sally'. From recipe discussions & bargains to woodworking & gardens. And oh how I miss your voice through the phone on game days! Our home forever holds dear, so many of your wonderful carpentry skills; such talent! We'll miss that ornery grin of yours and so much more! Rest peacefully, dear friend."
"Dave was a very quiet and private person. But those who were friends of his. knew him well and loved him more. My brother, Stan and Dave were best friends forever...actually you could say that they were "same brothers from a different mother." Dave being so quiet, didn't let anyone know how sick he really was and hearing of his death was such a shock which made it hurt all that much more. Dave, we will miss you because there will be a little whole in our heart just for you. RIP dear friend.?? "
"Aunt Joyce, Danny, Carol, Rose, and Julie - My deepest condolences to all of you. David was such a sweet and generous person. I have nothing but fond memories of him. Hugs and love to all of you. "
"Aunt Joyce, Carol, Rose, Dan & Julie, my heart hurts for you. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. David will be missed. Sending a round of hugs to all with my love."
"My heart is broken. Time is too short and I?m going to miss you David most of all. Thank you for being my best friend I could share anything with for over 51 years. I wasn?t around a lot in the later years, I spent too much time working and being too busy. That still didn?t mean I didn?t love you because I truly do. I want you all to know I do love you and my heart and prayers are there for all of you...Joyce, Carol, Rose, Danny, and Julie. Plus all the ones who were close to David. ?? Thank you for some wonderful memories my friend. Your laugh, sense of humor, just being you. You are close to my heart for all times. "
"My heart is broken. It?s broken missing David and for all of you Joyce, Carol, Rose, Julie, and Danny...and everyone close to David. David was someone I could trust with anything ever and a totally unconditional friend. I considered him a best friend of 51 years at least. I busied myself too much not to spend more time with him or many friends in the latter years. This is too soon. I love you David. Until we meet again my friend. Thank you for your kindness, friendship, and so many memories I will treasure. Thinking of you all! ?? Love you guys! "
"So many memories ,so much love , stan and I are heartbroken ,David was more than a friend ,he was family . He had been apart of my life for 30 years and stans life since grade school ( 50 plus years ) we still are in shock and can't imagine our life without David in it ...my first memory of David was after stan introduced us i was at his house watching MTV with him and mic jagger came on and I asked who that was ??? He laughed so hard at me he was in tears :) he then made it his mission to teach me all about music ... between David and stan I received a very good education ...i will always love him ,will always miss him ,rest in piece David ,,we both love you so much ? "
".Aunt Joyce, Julie, Rose, Dan and Carol we are so sorry for the loss of David. We would like to pass on our condolences to the family. May God be with you through this difficult time."
"You have been my best friend my brother for 51 years , I wasn't ready for you to leave ,I wanted more years I love you ,rest in piece my dearest friend .."
"You have been my best friend and my brother for 51 years ,saying goodbye is impossible ,I wanted more years with you ...I will always love you ...rest in piece my dearest friend .."
"I'm still in shock over this loss. Dave was a wonderful friend, the best, and an amazing human being. He will be missed by many. He was always ready to lend a hand to anyone who asked. So generous with his time. Lots of great memories with this guy, from the many decades I've known him. A true friend who will be missed. RIP my friend."
"Aunt Joyce & entire family there are too many words to express our sadness for your loss of Dave. Please know we are praying for you all. Jeff & Joanne Bergman"