SAMUEL HUNTER Obituary

May you continue to rest in power.

SGIG Hunter is not dead because he lives in the hearts of those of us left behind. On the anniversary of his death, keeping that memory alive can continuous bring us comfort.

He was a gentleman, I had a lot of respect for him. He sold my mother her first house on Rio Grande. My condolences to the family.

I met Mr. Hunter while I was a cadet at the Air Force Academy. He was a great man with a awesome family and was my silent mentor. I didn't learn his history until much later. My prayers are with the family. Here is a toast.

You will be greatly missed by those of us who had the opportunity to meet and learn about you, Mr. Hunter! Your countless and contributions to and for the good of the Colorado Springs community, will always be appreciated! R.I.P.

Dear Minnie Ray and family, I know the Lord will provide you with peace at this difficult time. Although I do not remember, my Mother made it a point to share with me and my siblings the many times Mr. Hunter stepped in to help our family. She wanted us to know this, I willI always remember how important this was for her to share with us. Thank you! God bless!

Mr. Sam Hunter, my dear friend and father-figure, I'm sorry to hear of your departure but you are in a blessed place. I will see you again one day. As one of the DOTA, you are historic and will be missed by family, friends and the world. Thank you for your participation with the USAF Academy's African American Heritage events for the past 3 years. Your presence and stories have inspired many generations. Mrs. Hunter and children, I lost my 97 year old dad, 1 Jan 14 and understand your lost. Your husband/father is in heaven. Rest assured that you will see him again one day. Thank you for sharing him with the world. I have mementos and pictures to remember him by.

Take care and God Bless
MSgt Ian Bernard
Chair African American Heritage events
2010- Present

SGIG Hunter was a good and decent man, he was a great mentor to me in my Masonic endeavors. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to his family and let them know they are in my thoughts and prayers. Brother Hunter was a legend in many circles and he truly will be missed.

Sorry to hear of Capt. Hunter's passing, I had the opportunity to talk to him during his visits to the U.S. Air Force Academy (I am a photographer at the Academy). I have some wonderful photos I'll put together and mail to you (the family) of his visits.

Brother Hunter was an amazing man that God placed in my life for a season. During that season he not only encouraged me but provided advice that I will carry the remainder of my life. He was a friend and servant to many and will truly be missed.

We met Mr. Hunter back in the 50's when my husband and I were stationed at Fort Carson and in search of a place to live. Mr. Hunter was instrumental in getting us in touch with a builder that would help us. Then when my husband, the late MSG Joseph C. Meadows passed away in 2011, Mr. Hunter came in off his retirement to Evergreen Funeral Home to help with his arrangements. He was also very kind in escorting us to my husband's final resting place at Fort Logan Cemetery. What a nice, kind man Mr. Hunter was and it was a pleasure to have known him. Offering our deepest sympathy and condolences to his dear wife and his family. He will be truly missed.

Mr. hunter was a wonderful kind man, he done so much for my family. My mother always told us if she ever met death ,make sure Mr. Hunter took care of her. When my mom Ruth LaCour passed away in 2009 Mr. Hunter came to the funeral home to help us with everything we needed. I asked him why he came on his retirement to help, and he said "I sold your parents their first home, we go way way back and that's what friends do." To the family I say thank you all for sharing this wonderful being with so many, and to Mr. Hunter, thank you so much for being a true friend to my mother may you rest in paradise for your work here is done. May god Bless the family of Mr. Hunter

Minnie Ray and the rest of Sam's family I say GOD BLESS! I meet Sam in 2005 when I got my 33rd Degree, and was impressed with this gentle man that had so many accomplishments and just seemed to be so nice. Later in 2007 I was appointed Overseer for the Orient of Iowa and later Deputy and at all the meetings it was a nice time for me to see Sam and say hello to this Great man. over the years it has been a blessing to me to be around and learn from Sam by just watching him and the short talks we had. I was looking forward to our January meeting to say HI, but now I say BY to Sam.
SGIG Owen T. Sloan, 33rd

Carol and Family,

I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Cheryl Pugliese

Thinking of you with sincere sympathy. Lucille Carter, Houston, Texas

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Keeping the family in our prayers. The family of Nettie C. Coffey of Houston,TX.

To the family of Samuel Hunter Jr., we will miss your wisdom and your business savvy. Thank you for teaching us while you were here. You will be missed! Say hi to "Action" while you are amongest the clouds!

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Our hearts are with all the dear Hunter family at this sad time. Sam was an amazing man. We will all share in your missing him. With love, JoLynne and Louis

How many times did we greet him and again see the delight in his eyes at seeing a friend? That warm embrace that showed on his face before any word was spoken was, and is his gift to us. We will forever cherish his gift and celebrate his ascendance.

Mr. Hunter was a kind and gentle soul. He always had an upbeat and positive attitude and was so kind and caring to us in our family's time of need in 1992 and again in 2008 after our parents' passing. As lifelong friends of the Hunter family, we share in your grief and pray that you will be comforted by the knowledge that the community has been enriched because of Mr. Hunter's commitment to make it a better place to live, learn and work.

Mr. Hunter, I will miss our occasional "pen pal" correspondance. You are a gentleman, a scholar, and a great man. My condolences are with your wonderful family

I had the opportunity to work with Mr. Hunter on several community projects over the years, and I always enjoyed his warmth, common sense and commitment. As we lose people of his generation, I become more and more aware that we walked with giants. Mr. Hunter was one to those of us who were fortunate to know him. RIP, friend.

What an example of everything done right during a lifetime, our family has been truly blessed to have had Sam in our lives. Sam is and always will be an inspiration to all of us, will be dearly missed.

What a long and honorable life Mr. Hunter lived. May God comfort the entire family during this difficult time.

To the Hunter Family: Each of you are in our prays. We too will miss him. Sincerely, Denver Hayes

Jocelyn & Sam, so sorry to hear of your Dad's homegoing! You are in our thoughts & prayers along with the rest of your family. With Sympathy!

A great man will be missed, I wish his family and friends condolences in this sad time. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Hunter back in 1998, and the mere fact that I was in the same room as a original Tuskegee Airman gave me goose bumps. The fact that in 98 this man was a living legend made me so proud to have the opportunity to be in his presence! This great man was a very important key in my Journey to get to OMEGA (I remember the sessions) and I will Cherish that opportunity for the rest of my life. I can only hope to achieve a small portion of what he has accomplished, but trust an note that he birthed a feeling of "I can achieve anything I put my mind to" will forever be ingrained in me and passed down thru my family! Bro Hunter you will be missed but never ever forgotten! Sturdy Trees Live Forever!

Respectfully & FIETTS
Mr. Calvin B. Bostic Jr.
2-Xi Pi-99 "UNFADABLE"
Two Pillars Of Power
8th District!

May fond memories be a source of comfort to all who knew and loved him.

It was a privilege and a pleasure to work with Mr. Hunter at the Evergreen Funeral Home. The respect that he showed to and received from the families that he served was inspirational to the entire staff.
Mr. Hunter was blessed with a devoted wife and partner. They were a compliment to each other in their life's endeavors.
The City of Colorado Springs has lost one of its finest and most humble citizens who contributed so much to the community.
Chuck Muhlenbruck and family

Genuinely, a People Person

I met Sam a little over a year ago at Evergreen Funeral Home. He would occasionally come in to see the staff and the place where he used to serve as Funeral Director. Sam was the type of person you felt like you knew for years. He would take a genuine interest in others. Just three weeks ago, Sam called Evergreen and I answered the phone. We talked for awhile, and though his health was rapidly declining, he was still friendly, caring and upbeat. Sam leaves an amazing legacy in our military, the funeral & real estate business and as a genuine friend. Occasionally when I officiate or assist with funerals, people will approach me and say, "Do you know Sam Hunter?" Until we see you again, Sam, we will always treasure your friendship and contribution here on earth. God bless you! -Rev. Steve Koeppen / Evergreen Funeral Home Staff