James "Jim" Edward Hunt
April 29th, 2017
HUNT, James "Jim" Edward
Jim was born and raised in Mayerthorpe, AB to Ed and Ruth Hunt and was the second oldest of twelve children. Jim started his career as a truck driver with his father’s gravel company before moving his growing family to Calgary where he worked for Orlick Transport for 15 years. He went on to work for Westfreight Systems traveling Canada and the US extensively. Jim took a small break from trucking before returning to the industry with his brother’s company, BLH Trucking. Jim finished his career with Westfreight Systems. Jim enjoyed his time with family and close friends fishing and camping. His favourite past time was cooking BBQ and no one ever left hungry when spending time with him and Lily.
He leaves his wife and soul mate of 46 years, Lily (Pimm) Hunt; daughter, Jody Tanner and her spouse, Tony; son, Jesse Hunt and his spouse, Renee; six grandchildren; and six great grandchildren as well as several close family and friends.
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held at the Sundre Community Center, #3 – 96 2nd Avenue NE, Sundre, AB on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s memory to:
S.T.A.R.S.
Box 570, 1441 Aviation Park NE
Calgary, AB, T2E 8M7
Messages:
My condolences to "TractorJim's" family. Warm memories of Working with Jim at Bucars. He always ate lunch with us girls and was quite the tease but we were just as witty. He was well loved by us and we loved when he brought in his BBQ sauce and Lily's banana bread. He always made sure to bring a second chocolate pudding with him for Stephanie as she always wanted his lol. He was a great man and will be an awesome angel :)
Hi Lil, my heart goes out to you and your family. Sherri
I am so sorry Lily and the whole family! I loved coming to the house and visiting with you all so much and I wish I could be closer for the funeral! Jim was such a fun outgoing guy and will be missed by so many!
So sorry for your lost , my condolences to you Lily and family.
I will forever remember Jimmy with his big smile and that mischievous twinkle in his eyes. So may good memories of growing up down the road from the Hunt family and the later years when we used to meet up with Jim and Lily for drinks and laughs in the bar. Sending condolences and big hugs Lily to you and the family.
Lily, I am so sorry to hear of Jims passing. I will cherish the great memories I have especially the random meetings of Marushys and Hunts in the Hub Hotel!! Good times, lots of laughter. May your sadness be eased with happy memories.
Our loving supportive thoughts to all the Hunt family, and also to all those whose lives were brightened by Jim. "Though his voice is now quiet, his spirit still echoes...."
My thoughts and prayers are with Lily & family in this time of sorrow. You were an amazing man Jim and will dearly missed.
To Lil and family, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Keep the memories going, RIP
My condolences Lily and family, Jim was a very hard worker and well loved. Love Stevie and Austin
Sorry for your loss Lilly and your family. Jim will be missed by all those who knew him. May he rest in peace and live on through your family.
Our thoughts are with your whole family. Rest well my friend
My deepest condolences to the family for the loss of yoyr husband, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle . God speed to him and may God heal all your hearts in time , and bring you al peace .
Our Family condolences from Mayerthorpe. I hope you drive your way through the pearly gates and God welcomes you home. The measure of a man's worth on earth is the legacy he leaves behind and for that your family should be proud.
I am so very sorry to hear the passing of Uncle Jim. My thoughts go out to all of you Hunts during this time of grief. I have so many amazing memories of the time we spent together, from playing with the craw fish, to him trapping me on the floor and pretending to drop his teeth on me, to watching him eat corn on the cob every September long camping trip! He always had a open door, open arms and could make anyone laugh! Uncle I will miss you so very much, till we meet again. XO
To Lil and family Our sincere sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Jim. We were so sorry to hear the sad news. Remember and keep all your happy memories close to your hearts. Thanks for phoning us and we will try to make it to the celebration of Jim;s life. If we don't make it we will be thinking of you all. Jim was a friend and will always be remembered.
Jim was a pioneer in trucking. I enjoyed working with him and all the great stories of the road he shared. He always had time for young people and I will miss him.
Good Man,remember driving his new truck after my uncle Bill bought his green International
My heart goes out to Lily, Jody and Jesse and family. Thinking of each one of you at this time. Jim was one in a million and will be missed by many family members and friends far and near. RIP Jim , in our hearts forever
My condolences to Lily, Jesse, Jody & all the Hunt family. Jim was a gentleman and a character and will be missed by all who knew him.
Condolences to Lily ,Jody & Jesse , Jim was a great man with a big heart , our thoughts & prayers are with you