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Obituary for HUNT


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Saturday December 08, 2007

Neil James Hunt, 70, an Albuquerque resident since 1961, died at home Tuesday, December 4, 2007. He is survived by his wife, Karen Hunt; son, Warren Hunt and fiancee, Diana Daleo; grandchildren, Andrew and Hayley Hunt, Owen and Ethan Daleo; daughter, Suzanne Hunt and husband, Andy Gredell; daughter, Sandra Gardner and husband, Justin; brother, Brevard and wife, Norma Hunt and their children, David and Dottie; and other family, Lynne Hunt and Eric Martinez. Neil was preceded in death by his sister, Anne Marie Cashion. Neil and Karen met and married in Macon, Georgia, and moved to Albuquerque as newlyweds in 1961. He discovered his love for computers in 1967 and has met small businesses' computer needs until his death. Neil loved his family and in his soft-spoken way had a major impact on those around him with his upbeat attitude, abundant energy, and friendly disposition. Neil enjoyed being the goodwill ambassador to his neighbors. Neil's strong ethical principles, his persistence, tenacity, and consistency challenged and inspired us all to live to a higher standard. His mind was always activegenerating ideas for himself and others. He had the mind of an inventor, creating fun and useful items such as his famous shock box that has provided family and friends with hours of entertainment. His hobby was home building; his home was an ongoing construction project for 35 years. Neil enjoyed the love of his family, friends, neighbors and co-workers and the great sadness we feel now will be eased by our fond memories of him. Services will be held Saturday, December 8, 2007, 2:00 pm, at First United Methodist Church, 4th St. & Lead Ave, with Rev David Okerberg officiating. Norma and Dottie Hunt, sister-in-law and niece to Neil, will provide music. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, Monday, December 10, 2007, at 10:00 am. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Services of NM Foundation, PO Box 51735, Albuquerque, NM 87181-1735. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com