August 16, 1942 ~ July 10, 2019 (age 76)
OBITUARY
Gerald, known to all as Bud, was a well-known, long-time resident of Boulder, CO where he attended C.U., receiving his degree in architecture in 1971, then practicing in that field for many years before relocating to the warmer climes of Savannah, GA in 2006.
Bud served his country in Vietnam as SP5 (T) in the U. S. Army Military Police Corps, where he received injuries during the infamous Tet Offensive of 1968. He was awarded the Bronze Star for Meritorious Achievement in Operations Against Hostile Forces.
Bud was the eldest child of Gerald G. & Rae L. Hunt. Born in Cedar Rapids, IA, he grew up in Marshalltown and graduated high school there in 1960. He was preceded in death by his parents, his younger brother Kevin, and baby sister, Annette. He is survived by a sister, Barbara Bailey of South Carolina, and by his daughter Jordan of Boston, MA, and his sons Tyler and Justin, both of Erie, CO. Bud and his former wife Maria (nee) Vida, now of Denver, were married in Cedar Rapids in December 1974.
In Savannah, Bud was an active member of the American Legion Post 184, serving in their ceremonial Honor Guard. He had long owned a 1942 Ford military surplus “Jeep” which he had completely restored and proudly drove in their July 4th parades. Bud's laughter, generosity and cooking will be missed dearly. He will be fondly remembered by his family and many friends, including retired Army Nurse, Jane Thomas.
Donations in memory of Bud may be made to the Kevin L. Hunt Memorial Scholarship Fund at www.marshalltowncommunitycollegefoundation.org/donations. The scholarship was established in memory of his late brother and is awarded annually to a Marshalltown High School senior enrolling at Marshalltown Community College.
Interment will be in Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver at noon on November 27th, 2019. Additional info here: www.bradleybanderson.com
Low Country Cremation & Burial is serving the Hunt Family.
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Timothy J. Lowe
It was a sad occasion to learn of Bud's passing. He was is great guy and good friend that will be missed by us all. Tim Lowe
Russell Franke
Buddy and I were discussing retirement centers just a few months ago. He was looking into making that move and wanted my experiences. Now he has his own place, bye Buddy
Stephen Coon
I echo every memory posted here by our MHS classmates about Bud. He was a good friend to all of us. He will be sadly missed. Steve Coon
Gary M. Stowe
It is sad that we have lost another member of the MHS Class of 1960. Blessings from the Stowes
Alan Garland
Cannot believe Bud Hunt passed away. He was one of my best friends thru jr high and high school. Feel bad l didn't keep in touch this past year.
Pamela Mathis (Yon)
Buddy Hunt was always a special friend in school . His warm personality was special. At the reunions when we talked he was the same sweet guy. So very sad this morning to wake up to this sad news. He will be missed by many and he is a big loss to our class. Pamela Mathis -Yon 💜
Scott McLeod
Bud and Dick great classmates with great memories of them. Scott
Rodney T. Bruce
I share deep sorrow with my classmates and the families of Buddy and Dick. Both were good friends when you need one (they were always there as friends). I along with my other classmates share many memories with these two. Dick was present at my 60th birthday party and was a joy to share memories with. I would hear from Buddy from time to time and enjoyed the comments he brought. As we all enter the winters of our lives, it's a good time to open the pages of our yearbooks and give thanks for the great friendships we shared!
Rod Bruce
Robert R. (Bob) Ball
I was so sorry to just learn of Buddy's passing. He was a good friend.
Gleneta Miller (Werner)
Buddy was kind to all and can't imagine being at a reunion without him there! So much fun and genuine! He'll be missed!