Alan F Hunter
January 17, 1939 - August 01, 2013
Obituary
MADISON-Alan Forrest Hunter, age 74, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Madison due to cardiac arrest. Alan went to be with the Lord surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Jan. 17, 1939, in Milwaukee, the son of Ray and Ann Hunter. He married Helen Marie Bjelland on Feb. 27, 1965, in Milwaukee. Alan spent much of his childhood with his very special aunt, Teresa Dorn. He graduated from Custer High School in 1957, and went on to complete his CPCU training for underwriting in October of 1972. He worked for American Family Insurance for 34 years, retiring in 2000. Alan loved his Lord and Savior and his wonderful family very much. He enjoyed working with his Lionel train collection as well as spending time at Disney World and wintering on Marco Island with family and friends. Alan’s positive attitude and unconditional love will be truly missed. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Helen; daughter, Lynn (Brent) Wilde; son, John (Tami) Hunter; grandchildren, Abigail and Marissa Wilde, and Grace and Anya Hunter; sister, Susan (Robert) Calhoun; brother-in-law, Robert (Cynthia) Bjelland; nephews, Brian and Erik; nieces, Kirsten and Lisa; and other relatives and friends. Alan was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at DOOR CREEK CHURCH, 6602 Dominion Drive, Madison at 11a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2013, with Pastor Cal Steiner presiding. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at the church from 9a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday. The family suggests memorials be made to National MS Society, Parkinson’s Disease Foundation or Door Creek Church. Thank you to the exceptional MICU doctors and nurses at St. Mary’s Hospital for their wonderful care and concern of Alan and family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
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Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park.
The family suggests memorials be made to National MS Society, Parkinson’s Disease Foundation or Door Creek Church.
Visitation will be held at the church from 9a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday.
Funeral services will be held at DOOR CREEK CHURCH, 6602 Dominion Drive, Madison at 11a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2013, with Pastor Cal Steiner presiding.
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patti & jim brickson
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Dear Helen and family - we were so sorry to learn of Alan's death this morning. We can't be at the visitation or funeral, so please know we're thinking of you. Alan was a lovely man and we are so glad to have known him. Fondly, Patti and Jim Brickson
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Kathleen Endrizzi
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Dear Helen and family, I'm so very sorry to hear of Alan's passing. What a shock it was, at least it seems he didn't suffer. I will always cherish the memories of our many yearly visits. My deepest sympathy to you, Lynn and John.
Love and prayers to you Helen.
Kathy E.
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Harry and Sue Reed
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Dear Helen and family
We are at a loss as to what to say. We will surely miss Al's sense of humor and his caring ways. He touched our lives and I know he touched many others. You are in our thoughts and prayers
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Cierrena Spataro-Haynes
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Helen and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Alan. He was a grandfather figure to me and I appreciate all he taught me. This has been very hard for me, I cannot imagine what you are going through. I'll be relieved to finally get a chance to hug all of you. I'm so sorry for this unexpected loss. Love you all.
KC
Kay Christopherson
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We are deeply saddened about the sudden loss of your husband/father/grandfather. Lynn has always talked so fondly of her dad and what a wonderful man he was. I loved hearing about how much he loved Disney World and loved spending time with his family there. We are praying that the Lord comforts you all and fills you with a supernatural peace that only He can give.
TK
Tony Kafura
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I will always remember Alan's great sense of humor and kind heart. The fond memories of gatherings with the Calhoun's and how excited he was to show off his train collection.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the friends and family.
Tony