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Maureen Hunter Obituary

Hunter, Maureen "Mo" Age 67, of Hobart, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at her home with all of her family surrounding her with love and prayer. God dispatched his angel and took Mo home where she is now resting in peace with her maker. Maureen was born on December 9, 1943 in Pontycymmer, South Wales. She came to the United States in 1961 as a nanny and met the love of her life Gerald D. Hunter whom she has been married to for 47 years. Maureen attended church at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hobart and was a teacher's aide at Hobart High School for many years. Maureen is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Gerald; 3 children, Dean (Debbie) of Valparaiso, Michelle (Keith) Courteau of Hobart, and Brock (Heather) of Westfield, IN.; 7 grandchildren, whom she loved dearly, Jacob and Heather Hunter, Craig, Morgan, and Meredith Courteau, Lily and Beck Hunter. Maureen was the youngest of 3 children and is survived by her older brothers, Donald Hearne of Hayling Island, UK and Allan Hearne of Blaengarw, South Wales. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lucy and Clifford Hearne. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Cancer Society. The family would like to say a special "Thank You" to Cancer Health Treatment Center, PC and Porter County VNA Hospice. A memorial service will be held Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 W. Old Ridge Rd., Hobart, with Rev. Gary S. Nagy officiating. A memorial visitation will also be Sunday from 12 Noon until 3:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, (219) 942-2109 or online at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 29, 2011.

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Glenda Hearne

October 22, 2011

Miss you so much Mo ,life is not the same without you .miss talking with you .Love you so much ..see you one day

Pam Spain-Ogorzaly

May 1, 2011

The "Celebration of Your Life" has just begun. I am there with you, I can hear the words, I can feel the stillness and pain in your family's hearts. For my heart is aching with theirs. My life was so much better because of you. It seemed like we were connected at the hip for many, many years. We were best friends. Life took us in different directions and that togetherness wained. However, my heart was still with you and always will be. I told you this and I will say it again; never was before and definitely not after, a best buddy like you. I make you this promise, my dear friend, I will always be there for your Dean, Missy and Brock, for I love them as my own. Am I rambling, Mo? It's because I am writing through my tears. We will meet again someday...Shanghai Rummy, spaghetti, or the mall. You name it!! Sleep peacefully, sweet friend. I loved you then and now and forever.

Rosemarie Murray

April 30, 2011

My heart goes out to the of family Maureen. I hope you put your trust in GOD's word to give you strength to endure.

April 30, 2011

You will see her when the sun warms your face, the wind blows your hair, the smile on your children's faces, the love you give your family, and the kindness you show to others. She will always be with you.
Love, Nancy Hunt

Nancy Hunt

April 30, 2011

You will see her when the sun warms your face, the wind blows your hair, the smile on your children's faces, the love you give your family and kindness you show to others. She will always be with you. Love, Nancy Hunt

Neil and Joanne Thomas

April 30, 2011

Dear Jerry , Brock and Missy
Deepest Sympathy over the loss of Dearest Auntie Mo . One everlasting memory we have hear in Wales is that Mo was able to share in the joy of our beloved Twins' Christening , We have that recorded in A photogragh in our Hall way .Our deepest regret is that she will not be able to see them grow up and have any more conversations with them on the phone , they loved their chats and still ask about her . She had a very generous heart , Glenda and allan would always return home from America with cases laiden with gifts for Alice and Harry with their great auntie Mo . She fought her illness with great spirit and determination and to the end remained resolute .Her passing will leave a huge void both in the Hunter and Hearne family , She will be greatly missed , however her memory and love of life both in Wales and America will live on .Love from Joanne , Neil , Alice and Harry

April 30, 2011

To Jerry ,Brock and Missi .
Deeepest Sympathy over the loss of our Dear Auntie Mo , Full of wisdom and Invaluable advice and support . One lasting Memory we have of her is that she was able to share in the Joy of our beloved Twins' Christening , It was such a joy that she was able to join us for that wonderful day and we a lasting memory in our hall way to record that Moment.She adored the children and our one regret is that she was not able to see them grow up .The children loved her conversations with her on the phone and they still ask about her .She always thought of others , Glenda and Allan would always return from America with Cases laiden with Presents for Alice and Harry from their great Auntie Mo .What a lady witha a huge heart who fought her illness with great fortitude,spirit and determination.Everlasting memories , Love from Joanne , Neil , Alice and Harry xxxx

April 30, 2011

We started off as two mothers talking on the phone and looking for our mischievous sons. When she came to HHS, Mo worked her job, but would do odd jobs for the secretaries. Our friendship grew from there. We were still talking on the phone, but it was about grandchildren, shopping, dinner and vacation plans, etc. Her generosity, strength of spirit and love of family and friends has enriched my life. I will miss my best friend.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family.

Barb Potrebic

Karen Erler

April 29, 2011

We always had alot of laughs working together @ HHS! I'll see you one the other side Mo. My sincere sympathies to Jerry & the family. Just know that she will always love you!

Karen Erler

Daniel Noakes

April 29, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Gail Schrader

April 29, 2011

I enjoyed working with Mo for many years at Hobart High School and still have the horse she brought back from Wales for me. God Bless her husband and children.

Gail Schrader

Gary Mann

April 29, 2011

I will never forget her great sense of humor, love of life, and boy did she love her grandkids. She had a great love for her God and is now with him.

Chad and Sarah Spain

April 29, 2011

As i look back, it seems like you were always there in my life. From babysitting me back in the Lincoln Street days, to keeping me out of trouble (or at least trying to) in high school. Not a day goes by where I don't hear or see something that reminds me of you. You will be greatly missed.

Milissa (Zimmerman) Kelley

April 29, 2011

Dear Missy and Family,
One of my fondest memories of your Mom was one you both were a part of....She had told you to do something before work (at supervisors club) and you rolled your eyes/ as your Mom stood behind you; she rolled her eyes! :)
May God surround your entire family with love and guidance at this most difficult time.

Nicole Favia-Smith

April 29, 2011

I was fortunate enough to know Maureen inside of the school she worked at but also as a young child hanging out with my best friend while she was with hers. Maureen was a wonderful woman. Words cannot explain the sorrow I feel for her family. My prayers and thoughts are with all of her family and friends! May she rest in peace. She will be missed dearly by many!

Nicholas Polinski

April 29, 2011

Mrs.Hunter was a good person and nice I loved her when i was in Hobart High school in Hobart,IN

Shirley and Sharon Mumaugh

April 28, 2011

"Oh, Mrs. Hunter....." were words heard lovingly throughout Hobart High School's hallways during the years Maureen lighted our lives there. Even if she had to reprimand a student, the kids KNEW it was with love that she spoke. Being from Wales, she was always adamant that the students recognized not only the right, but also the responsibility, of being an American citizen. The twinkle in her eye was only eclipsed by the red of her hair. She was sorely missed when she left HHS [and not only for her cinnamon rolls!] and will now be even more missed by her friends and family. She was joy personified. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sincerely,

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