Charles "Chuck" Hunt

Charles E. “Chuck” Hunt, age 56 of Carlyle passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese. He was born on November 14, 1959 in Mt. Vernon, IL, the son of Robert K. and Shirley A. (Spicer) Hunt.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenny Hunt.

He is survived by his two sons: Robbie and Riley Hunt both of Carlyle; his brothers and sisters: Mary Ellen Griffin, Russ Hunt, Jill Kraus and husband Paul, and Jeri Ann Hunt; his grandson, Ayden; and many nieces and nephews.

Chuck worked for McIntosh Construction in Carlyle. He was an avid fan of the Kentucky State Wildcats Basketball team. Chuck enjoyed occasionally playing golf, family barbecues and spending time with his friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 4 until 7:00 p.m. with a celebration of life service to begin at 7:00 p.m. officiated by Rev. Jason McIntosh at Nordike Funeral Home in Carlyle.

A graveside service will be held at Baltimore Cemetery in Wayne City, IL on Sunday, February 28, 2016. Family and friends are asked to gather at the cemetery at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in honor of Chuck are suggested to The Way of Life Church and will be received at Nordike Funeral Home in Carlyle.