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We have lost another of our class .... Requiesce in pace, Michael.
From a Facebook post ...
"Chrissy Hunsberger is with Janice Hunsberger.
October 4, 2018
Many of you don't know, but on June 22nd my dad broke his femur. Shortly after we found out he had Stage 4 Lung cancer. Last night my Dad took his last breath. This has been the hardest time of my life. I have stayed pretty quiet about it. I know that many of you met my dad and know how funny, sweet, caring, and strong he was. That's how I am going to remember him too. He fought to the end on this one. My family and I are going to take the time we need to grieve through this, but your memories with him are a part of that. Everytime I step into the batters box, I'll hear him yelling from the sidelines, "HIT THE DAMN BALL!" I love you Dad and miss you so much already!"
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David O'Hara
GREAT PERSON, BIGGER THEN LIFE
MIKE, Rest in Peace
Steve Stephenson
Michael Hunsberger, 67, of West Norriton
Oct 6, 2018
Michael W. Hunsberger passed away with his family by his side on October 4, 2018 at age 67. Born April 29, 1951, Michael was the son of the late Gladys (Walt) and Claude “Chuck” Hunsberger. He resided in West Norriton with his beloved wife of 39 years, Janice H. (Tavares) Hunsberger.
Michael was the loving father of Julie Barbagallo(Sean), Chrissy Hunsberger (Caitlin Smith), Michael C. Hunsberger and Cody “Chord” Hunsberger. He was the cherished grandfather of Talia and Dominic Barbagallo. Michael was preceded in death by his sister, Jenny Decker and her husband Daniel, and is survived by his sister Phyllis Cooper (Richard) and brother, George “Eddie” Hunsberger. He was the loving son in law to Josephine DeRose. Michael leaves behind many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends who will miss him dearly.
Michael attended A.D. Eisenhower/Norristown High School, Class of 1969. He proudly served our Country in the US Army Reserves for 6 years and worked as a System Technician for Verizon for 41 years. Michael was past president of Rolling Thunder® Chapter 1 PA.He enjoyed his Harley and was a big Philly sports fan. Most of all, his family was his world.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Relatives and friends are invited to Michael’s Life Celebration at Boyd-Horrox-Givnish of East Norriton, 200 W. Germantown Pike on Saturday, October 13thfrom 11-1:15 pm. His Memorial Service will begin at 1:30 pm and interment is private.
To share a thought or memory of Michael, please visit www.lifecelebration.com, 610-277-7000.
Phillip Cieri
Mike was one of the best! Always caring and looking out for everyone in need. We will miss the big smile and of course the moustache!!! RIP Mike!!
Mark Call
Mike Da-Dad Hunsberger
I said goodbye to a great friend and a wonderful person today. A high school friend from many years ago. Of course back then we didn’t call him ‘Da-Dad’. More than likely 50 years ago he was Da-Boy. When we both graduated like many high school friends, we didn’t see each other for 40 years. We retired about the same time.
Mike was such a caring person. I would see social media pictures of all his volunteer service where he spent most of retired life. He spent his time giving back to Veterans, Community, Kids … He joined Rotary in 2013 and participated in many such events until later leaving to serve full time as the Rolling Thunder organization demanded his full attention as president.
I have three vivid permanent memories of Mike
#1 - His bigger than life smile. His smile was totally charming and made him many friends as he knew everyone and they knew Mike. Guess what, I met his kids and they inherited that smile. 😊 Oh my, could he make me laugh, we had a lot fun the last 10 years.
#2 - That absolutely outrageous mustache. So envious, I would have given anything to be able to sport that !
#3 - His amazing devotion to his family. People not on Facebook may not know, Mike posted a beautiful picture of flowers or a floral bouquet dedicated to his wife Janice every morning. Every single day of the year ! He told his friends how lucky he was to have Janice in his life.
RIP Da-Dad, we miss you
Rolling Thunder Honor Guard