James Frederick Hunter

James Frederick Hunter obituary, Louisburg, NC

James Frederick Hunter

James Hunter Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lancaster's Franklinton Chapel on Jun. 27, 2025.

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James Frederick Hunter, 71, of Franklinton, passed away on June 22, 2025 at Duke Medical Center in Durham, NC. James was born on July 29, 1953 in Charleston, WV to the late Frederick and Patricia Riggs Hunter. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by a sister, Victoria Herzog.
James is survived by his wife, Marcia Lawrence Hunter; his sister, Valerie Summers; his brother-in-law, Alan Herzog; his nephews, Brandon Herzog, Michael Herzog, and Steve Summers; and a niece, Chelsea Summers.
James was known for his ability to fix anything and everything, his shop was the neighborhood hangout where everyone brought something to be repaired. He was affectionately known as "Tiny". James had a huge heart and was always willing and ready to help others. He was an avid fisherman and he loved his boat, where any day fishing was a good day. He also enjoyed motorcycles and trikes, he even built several trikes.
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