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James Leroy Hunter

November 4, 1921 - May 30, 2021

 

James Leroy Hunter, age 99, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away May 30th, 2021 at his home.

 

Graveside services will be held 2:30PM, 15th June, 2021 at Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Muncie Rd., Leavenworth, Kansas.

 

James was born November 4th 1921 in Joplin, Missouri. He was a retired Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy and served in the Pacific Campaign in World War II. Following his career in the Navy, he was a civil servant in the Federal Aviation Administration. He was also a community servant and served as the Chaplain of Veterans of Foreign Wars Shawnee Memorial Post 10552, as an elder at Bethany Lutheran Church and as a volunteer for American Legion fund-raising activities.

 

He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, John. He is survived by his wife Lena, daughters Lynn and Rhonda, son Gary and son-in laws Don and Ron.

 

He was a proud grandfather of 17, great grandfather of 22 and great great grandfather of 12

 

Donations to the Veterans of Foreign Wars can be made in lieu of flowers.
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Additional Service:
Graveside Service
Location:
Leavenworth National Cemetery
Address:
150 Muncie Rd.
City:
Leavenworth
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66048
Date of Service:
Jun 15, 2021
Time of Service:
2:30 pm
Additional Information:
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Condolences

Lueta Langley Jun 04, 2021

friend ,Indendence ,Missouri

I loved Jim and will miss him so much. He was like family to me and I am so grateful to have been in his life and see him before his passing.

Gary A Pfister Jun 04, 2021

Grandson ,Lee's Summit ,Missouri

He will be missed by all. Love you Grandpa, Gary and Family.

Kathy and Bob Butler Jun 08, 2021

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

We are so sorry for your loss. He gave an amazing life of service.

Herb & Joyce Keck Jun 12, 2021

Brother & Sister in-law ,Laurie ,Missouri

A good Christian man will be remembered as a friend to all. He was loved by his family and they all loved him dearly. A true Patriot who served his country with Valor.

Joyce Klemm Jun 20, 2021

Niece of Uncle Jim/cousin of kids ,Phoenix ,Arizona

Dear Lynn, Rhonda, & Gary, Uncle Jim lived a long life! Amazing that he has so many grandkids, Great grands, and great-great grands! My mother told me that when he was younger (newly married) he was very evangelistic and obviously love the Lord. Such a good memory. It's a blessing to know that we will see him again. May God give you His peace and comfort during this time of time. Love, Joyce