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Hunt, Gerald Boardman “Boardie”, age 87, of Greenfield, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 31st, 2022, in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.
Born in Greenfield, he was a son of the late John and Elsie (Dedrick) Hunt.
Boardie will best be remembered by his kind heart, smile and positive outlook on life, no matter what challenges he faced. He left school in grade 8 to go to work in the woods and the local saw mill to help support his family after the passing of his father. He later worked for the coast guard in Dartmouth before moving home to Greenfield and going to work at Michelin for many years up until his retirement. Boardie was an active volunteer in the community throughout his lifetime having served over 40 years as a member of the Greenfield Fire Department. He was always available to give a helping hand to anyone in need. Boardie was also a member of the Greenfield United Baptist Church and the Jolly Ponhookers Seniors Group for many years. Boardie loved his yard & garden taking pride in watching things grow and he also enjoyed fishing for Salmon in his younger years. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who got joy from his family and was so proud of their accomplishments. He was loved and will be greatly missed.
Boardie is survived by his loving wife, Marlene; stepsons, John Hagen, Chris (Holly) Hagen; grandchildren, Steven (Rebekah), Cory (Martha), J.J. (Courtney), Kyle (Angela), Joey, Katie, Krissey, Gabe, Hannah, Elliot, Isabel and Lilly; 9 great grandchildren; brothers, Samuel (Zola), Wilbert (Marion) and half-brother, Dr. Harry (Gail) Gardner.
Boardie was predeceased by his first wife, Rita; infant daughter, Jerry Lynn; son, Gerald; stepson, Scott; grandson, Kevin; sister Anne Kopys; brother, John and stepfather Ernest Gardner.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Service, Liverpool. A Celebration of Boardie’s Life will be held on Saturday, January 14th, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., from Greenfield United Baptist Church. Reverend Janet Baker and Reverend Dr. Harry Gardner officiating. Burial will be in Pine Rest Cemetery, Greenfield. No flowers by request, donations may be made to Greenfield United Baptist Church or to the Greenfield and District Volunteer Fire Department. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Darren Horton
My condolences to the entire family. Boardie always had a great story to tell. So enjoyed fishing in front of his home on the Medway. He will be missed by many.
Sheila Baker and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Enid MacKay
To Dr. Gardner and all of Boardie’s family.
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss.
My prayers are with you
Enid M.
Marie Lamrock
To Harry and all of Boardie’s family.
I was very saddened to read of Boardie’s passing. He was a very pleasant man and so easy to talk to. The last time I saw him, he was with Doug Adams and I went out to Doug’s car to give him a hug. May God’s blessings be with you all at this sad time.
Linda Wentzell
Dear Marlene & family,
We were so sorry to hear of Boardie’s passing. He was such a nice man who always greeted you with a warm and welcoming smile.
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Linda & Raymond Wentzell
Myrna Crouse
Oh my Marlene I can’t believe my bowling buddy has passed. What great times we had and lots of laughs. He was a great man and always willing to show how to bowl and give some little tidbits. I’m sorry he has passed on but in a much better place where he is now free from any pain and aches he had. May God bless you and remaining family and remember all the great times you shared together.
Gordon Eisnor
Sincere condolences to all Boardie’s family.
Rick Allen
So sorry to hear about Gerald’s passing , all the time we worked together at Michelin I never heard his nick name ! Gerald was a great guy and rarely if ever got worked up at his job and a pleasure to work with . Condolences to all of his family and friends .
John and Donna Murray
Marlene and family, we are saddened to hear of Boardies death. He was a gentleman and a contributor to his community! He will be missed. Condolences to the entire family.
Karen & David Herrick
I am so sorry to hear of Boardie’s passing, he was always a kind and gentle man. My prayers are with his family.
Brenda Bolivar & Armand Heintz
Boardie was a kind hearted man who will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the community.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Susan M MacLeod
Marlene and Family
I am sorry to hear Boardie has passed away. His obituary speaks well of him to a “T”. My sincere condolences.
Susan MacLeod
Reid and Patti Emenau
Our sincere condolences to all of Boardiie’s family. He will be truly missed. Keep your memories close at heart.
Matthew Whynot, Trudy and kids
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Jill Hunt
Marlene and family my thoughts are with you.
It is always difficult to lose a loved one,especially this time of year
Condolences
Chris forbes
Condolences to Boardie”s family and friends. Have fond memories of salmon fishing with him at the old eel weir in Greenfield
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
I am sorry to hear of Bordie’s passing he was always a kind mild mannered guy to talk to. Haven’t seen him in years but know he will be missed by his many friends. Bless you all at this sad time.
Cathy Smith
The description of Boardie is all that he was. A great man. He will be missed.
Ruth Smith
Oh, Marlene! So sorry that you have lost Boardie. Big hugs coming your way!
Wayne and Pamela Mansfield
Dear Aunt Marlene and family , Condolences on Boardie’s passing. Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ian and Jo-Anne Lenethen
We are so sorry for your loss
Boardy was such a kind man and just seemed to have a gentle and loving spirit about him
I pray that you find comfort in the Lord and knowing that Boardy is home in heaven at peace
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Our condolences to Marlene and all his Family. A very gentle and kind man to everyone. Treasure the Memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Fred Baker
My condolences to all of Boardie’s family and friends. I was just saying yesterday, without knowing of his passing, how I missed when they would visit my parents way back in the 70s. He really was a class act.
Lorna & Dale Hamm
We are so sorry to hear of Gerald’s passing. I worked with him at Michelin and never knew that he had a Nick name. Gerald was a good guy to work with. Our condolences are with his family at this sad time in life.
Cheryl Winters Goulding
Marlene and families. Sending my deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of Boardie. A very kind and gentle man who will surely be missed by the community. God bless.
Charalyn Kriz
Marlene and Boardie’s family:
Sending heartfelt condolences on Boardie’s passing. He truly was a kind and gentle spirit. May you find some solace in fond memories.
Susan and Carson Perry
it breaks my heart to hear of Boardies passing.. he was always a special person in everyones life .. did many things for his community.. loved his wife Marlene with all of his heart mind and soul.. S sorry to his family and the community we all have lost a great friend .. if there is anything Carson and i can do to be of assistance Marlene give us a message ..
Mervin Zwicker
Marlene & family,
So sorry to hear of Boardie’s passing, he was a great guy, lots of good memories.
Shirley Burris
Marlene and Family:
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Deepest sympathy.
Shirley (Nickerson) Burris and Phil Wallace
Karyn (Winters) Thomas
GREENFIELD is a special place to my late father Mervyn Winters and my myself Karyn ,my sister Cheryl and of course Lora.
My Aunt Etta always regarded him with the greatest respect as a friend ,neighbor. bowling and dancing partner.Bordies name was synonymous with the community.We have not seen him a lot in recent years but just yesterday was speaking to my dear cousin Ginny(John) Dedrick from Nashville and she was so pleased to have seen him last summer.Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on his passing.
Sylvia Forbes
BOARDY ; WAs a good friend to all who knew him, Greenfield lost a good soul; He will b missed;
Rob and Vivien Pealing
Condolences to Marlene and family. We were privileged to have known Boardie in his later years. He was quiet and gentle and we have fond memories of seeing him fishing in his waders in the summer. He will be missed.
Dorothy & Greg Spinney
Our sympathy to the family.
Willie Bowmaster & Louise Bruce
Sincere sympathy to Marlene and all the Family. Bordie will be missed by the community and so many others. Prayers to you all ~ Bunny & Louise
Marlene Robart (Goulden)
Marlene and family…Dear Boardie was one of a kind..a true gentleman who loved his family and his community. Take comfort in knowing there are many who have you n their thoughts.. Treasure your memories…God bless…
David Haughn
Gerald was one of the nicest person I ever worked with .We had many conversations about work and family .Good work ethics and volunteer in the community It was my pleasure to know him .RIP Gerald
Roy and Jane
Marlene,
Please except our deepest sympathy.
Joanne and Donald Uhlman
Marlene and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are for you during this sad time.
Dot and Doug Winters
Dear Marlene and family,
We were so saddened to read of Boardie,s passing. Our deepest condolences to all of you.
Sincerely,
Dot and Doug
Emily Backman
We are thinking of you and your family, Marlene. Boardie was a wonderful partner for you and I pray you find some peace in the coming days.
Brenda Lawrence
To Marlene and family .
Sorry to hear that Boardie passed away .
Treasure the memories, He was always such a gentleman .
RIP Boardie . Sincere condolences to you and family .
Brenda Lawrence .
Charles Hunt
Condolences to the entire Hunt family…. Bordie was a true gentleman and kind soul. He will be greatly missed.
Charles and Crystal
Cheryl Eisnor
Thoughts and prayers, Boardy was a great man with a dry sense of humor,Sorry to all the family for your loss.
Nina & Doug Inness
Marlene, sincere condolences to you & Boardy’s family.
Fern Leaman
Sincere condolences to Marlene,Boardie’s Brothers and families. I have so many fond memories of our walks with Muriel along Ponhook Lake and after our walk stopping at Muriel’s home for our coffee and conversation of years ago in Greenfield. Boardie was a wonderful, kind Gentleman. May you Rest In Peace Boardie.
Helen & David Fox
So many great memories from years ago, Sunday suppers with all the family. Boardy was a lovely person and treated everyone with respect. May he rest in peace..
Lyn Oakley
Dear Marlene, I am so sorry for your loss
Bon and Charlie Greer
Our sincere condolences to the family of Boardy. Bon and I have many fond memories of our times together. When you were a friend of Boardy you were a friend for life. He was a kind and gentle soul and will be greatly missed.
Our prayers are with Boardy’s family in their time of grief.
Royce and Alice Getson
To all the family and friends of Boardie. We have many wonderful memories of times that we shared with Boardie. He was a very kind soul who shared all his wisdom so gratefully. He will be missed by many but we know he is in a better place now. Blessings of comfort for all of the community and family.
Marie Davis
To Marlene and family
Sorry to hear of your loss. The void in your life can be filled with the many happy moments you shared.
My prayers are with you.
Del Sparkes
Dear Marlene and Boardie’s family
I was so saddened to hear of Boardie’s passing.Please accept my condolences. Boardie was a kind and wonderful gentleman. Whenever I would visit Muriel I would try to see Boardie. He was always so positive. The Community of Greenfield has lost a great icon.
Glen DeMond
Dear Marlene and families:
Sorry to learn of Bordie,s passing. Our thoughts are with you. sincerely,
Murray and Glen DeMond
Gail Fancy
Hi Marlene
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I think of you often
God Bless you….love Gail
Marion Backman
Dear Marlene and family,
We were saddened to hear of Boardie’s passing. He was a fine man, always greeted us with a smile and sincere pleasantries whether it be at church, Jolly Ponoquers or out in the community. He joyfully helped us girls move our treasures to the fire hall for our teas. The 25 years of community work we had with him added to the richness of retirement, the community has lost another treasured soul. We are so very sorry for his loss.
Marion and Elizabeth
Ted & Dawn Wamboldt
Our deepest sympathy is extended to Boardie’s family on his passing. He will always be remembered for his kind and friendly nature.
Karen and Bob Watson
Harry, Gail, and family,
Bob and I wish to express our sincere condolences to all at this difficult time. Hold tight to your special memories.
Paul Seamone
Dear Marlene, Sorry for your loss.Boardie was a great fisherman and community citizen. Our sincere sympathies to you and your family, Cathleen and Paul Seamone.
Loretta Robar
My deepest sympathy is extended to Boardie’s family ,he will always be remembered for his kind and friendly nature ,.RIP Boardy ,you will be missed ,
Barry Knott
To The Hunt Family
My name is Barry Knott and I live in Ontario. I worked with Gerald at Michelin. It was a pleasure to know Gerald he was truly a great guy. I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you.
Barry Knott
Nancy Payzant
So sorry to hear about your husband, Marlene. May he Rest In Peace.
Mary Ellen Davis
So sorry to hear about Boardie.
David Kempton
My deepest condolence to the Hunt family on the passing of Boardie. He was a good man. And not a bad salmon fisherman. God bless!!
Steven Hunt and Family
Sorry to hear of the passing of Boardie. He is a great man, and I always enjoyed talking with him when I visited Greenfield.
Linda DeMone
My heartfelt sympathy to Harry, Gail, and family on the loss of his dear brother.