Royce F. Hunter Obituary
In loving memory of Royce F. Hunter (Henderson, Tennessee), who departed this world on February 3, 2025 at the age of 91. Royce leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Royce had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Royce may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Roy Hunter and Georgie Elizabeth Freeman Hunter; and his wife Nila June Pendergraft Hunter. He is survived by: his daughters, Merle Lynn "Missy" and Lisa Schaeper (Steve) of Bulverde, TX; his grandsons, Nathan Schaeper and Justin Schaeper (Mariah) of Lafayette, IN; his great grandchild Ben Schaeper of Lafayette, IN; and his sister Linda Lyles (Don) of Tallahassee, FL..
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Freed Hardeman University, Estes Church of Christ, Henderson Church of Christ, Sunset Church of Christ in Lubbock and / or Highland Heights Church of Christ in Smyrna.