James Hunt, 72, of Oak Park, died on Sept. 7, 2017 after a three-year battle with cancer. Born in Chicago in January 1945 to Leona Brown Hunt and James Hunt, he attended St. Malachy Elementary School, St. Philip High School, Wilbur Wright Community College, and the School of Pharmacy at the University of Illinois Chicago. He was a member of the board of the Symphony of Oak Park-River Forest. After retirement, he received training as a pastoral care visitor and served on the Oak Park Age Options Board as well as being active on church committees and projects. In 2015, he was selected by the Oak Park-River Forest Celebrating Seniors Coalition as one of the “60 over 60” seniors recognized for volunteerism in the community. He was an avid Bulls, Bears, White Sox, Blackhawks and Illini fan, a respected pharmacist, world traveler, and child of God. He served others throughout his life.
His dog, Marley, was able to visit him in the hospital to brighten his final days. Those who are left behind will remember his smile, his jokes, his loving spirit, and his strong faith.Â
Jim Hunt is survived by his wife, Barbara (nee Fellers); his daughters, Julianna (Hunt) Wooten and Gabrielle Hunt; his son-in-law, Leslie Wooten; his grandchildren, Kyle, Ryan and Shandin; numerous relatives; a loving church family; and hundreds of friends. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Marion.Â
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 611 Randolph St. in Oak Park.Â
In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates donations to the Oak Park Animal Care League or to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.Â