Stephen Hunter
HIGHGATE: Stephen Hunter, 74, died unexpectedly at his home on January 11, 2024. Steve was a caring son and brother, a dedicated father who championed his daughters in whatever they chose to do. He was a loyal friend, coach, and teacher for 38 years at the Saint Albans Town Elementary School. He sometimes served as assistant principal when needed.
Steve was born on January 27, 1949, and grew up in Danville Vt. After graduating from Danville High School, he attended and graduated from Castleton State College with a teaching degree. He was on the ski team at Castleton and used this experience when he helped implement a ski amputee rehab program while pursuing advanced studies in Boulder Colorado. Steve became an elementary physical education instructor for the Town of Saint Albans in 1974 where his duties included classes in the Town school and at the Bay school. He retired from teaching and coaching in 2012. Steve impacted countless students who kept in touch with him as they grew older. His mother was always proud to be recognized as Mr. Hunter’s mother.
Steve was independent and resolute, enjoying his family, friends, and workplace. He also enjoyed hiking with his dog, camping out with friends, and just sitting on his deck surrounded by the wildlife that enjoyed feeding on his lawn, pasture, and garden.
Steve is survived by his daughters, Laura Allyson Kathryn Hunter (Ally) of Colorado, and Elizabeth Crane Hunter (Liz) and her partner, Travis Duranleau of Saint Albans. He is also survived by his brother, Leighton Hunter (Susan) of Lakeland FL., his sister, Margaret (Peggy) Gilbert (Gary) of Fairfax VT, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Leonard and Marjorie (Crane) Hunter, and his sister, Gloria (Hunter) Hersey.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family. An announcement of a remembrance gathering will be published in the summer of 2024.
Honored to be serving Steve’s family is Rett Heald of the Heald Funeral Home, where messages of condolence are welcome at www.healdfuneralhome.com
