Richard W. “Uncle Dick” Hunter

Richard W. Hunter, 81, a native and lifelong area resident died Saturday January 21, 2023 at his home. H e was born in the Vega Valley October 20, 1941. He was the son of the late Burt and Ella (Mead) Hunter. “Uncle Dick”, as he was fondly called, worked on area farms and retired from the Town of Hardenburgh Highway Department in 2001.In his younger years, he was very active in horse pulling competitions. Always happy to impart his expertise and skills with horses, big or small.

For many years he and Aleta, wife of 40+ years were 4-H Leaders in the Fleischmanns area.

Surviving is his wife, Aleta (Roberts) Hunter, his siblings; Janet Mattice of North Blenheim, Rose Bush of Margaretville, John Hunter of New Kingston and Betty Bailey of Richmondville. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours/visitation for “Uncle Dick” will be held Friday January 27, 2023 from 4pm-7pm at Hynes Funeral Home, 48 Walnut St., Margaretville, NY. Rev. Richard Dykstra will officiate.

Interment will be in the spring at Bedell Cemetery in Fleischmanns.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to:

Delaware County Clovers 4-H Club

c/o Ashton Grocholl

88 Turk Hollow Rd.

Halcott Center, NY 12430