Brian Hunter

Brian Hunter

September 28, 1962 - August 09, 2024

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DeForest - Brian Patrick Hunter 1962-2024. Brian Patrick Hunter was born in Long Island, New York, on September 28th, 1962. He passed away unexpectedly early Friday, August 9th, 2024. Brian graduated high school in Knoxville, Tennessee (1980). Brian then moved to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina (1986), where he met his wife, Karleen, the same year. Brian and Karleen were married the following year (1987) and then moved to Karleen's home state of Wisconsin in 1992 to build a home and start their family. Brian leaves behind three children, Wren, Dillon, and Colton, as well as Max Klawitter and Erik Anderson, whom he loved as his own. Brian was so proud of his family and spoke about them every chance he could. Brian was an open book when it came to his sobriety, always ready to help others find their way. Brian was a proud employee of the Russ Darrow Group for 23 years, where he built endless amounts of friendships and touched so many lives with his presence. Brian will be missed by so many of the people he knew throughout his life, from the endless number of stories you've heard a thousand times to the random noises and quotes he would use every day (Brian-isms) he leaves us with so much to remember him by. With his unwavering faith in God, we know we will see him again in heaven. Easy to remember and hard to forget. Husband, Father, Brother, Friend, Brother B.

Brian’s celebration of life will be held at Rex’s Innkeeper, 301 N Century Ave, Waunakee, WI 53597, on Sunday, August 18th, 2024 from 11am to 2pm.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Windsor/DeForest Chapel

608-846-4250

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Joy Schulte
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I am so sorry. I am praying for your family. Brian brought so much joy to those around him. Love you and miss you, Karleen.
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Brady Nordenstrom
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Colton and I became friends in elementary school and after that I was routinely over at the Hunter household through elementary, middle, and high school. Brian treated me like one of his own and he was so enjoyable to be around at every stage of my youth. He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, and I'm grateful to have had him in my life growing up. So many fond memories to look back on. Rest in peace, Brother B. Thank you for everything.
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rob jensen
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He was such a special person, I worked with him for 17 years and we always treated each other like we were brothers. He had a gift of making every person he interacted with feel special. His passing has left a huge hole in my life along with many others. Praying for his family to find strength in this moment. I loved Brian and I will never find another soul like his.
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Kaden Paetzke
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Brian was a amazing person. Im really good friends with his son Dillon not long after me and dillon started being friends I met his father Brian, another friendship was formed then too. He was always super caring and had the best advice. He always made sure I was doing good and always lent a hand when he could. I will miss the nights hanging out and talking on the patio and will miss him telling me about the fast cars that come into the dealership. You will be missed all around Brian♥️. Until we meet again. - Kaden
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Lucie Mann
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Brian, Barry and Denis were very instrumental in my believing God as my Father , God, the person. It was the beginning of my deep research to know God intimately. I am forever grateful for knowing the Hunters as my extended family on Hilton Head Island. I am from Canada 🇨🇦 and 23 when I moved here. The Hunter family loved me like their own at an important time in my journey. My heart remains touched. When Brian met Karleen we immediately all knew they were made for each other. They loved God through all of their lives. Brian leaves a beautiful legacy of love ❤️ Thank you! I love you Karleen I pray for comfort for your family. My heart is with you.
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Lucie Mann
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Brian, Barry and Denis were very instrumental in my believing on God the person. It was the beginning of my deep research to know God intimately. I am forever grateful for knowing the Hunters as my extended family on Hilton Head Island. I am from Canada and at a young age of 23 moved here alone. The Hunter family loved me like their own in an important time in my journey. My heart remains touched. When Brian met Karleen we all knew the were perfect for each other. What an exciting time! They have loved God throughout their life. A true testament. Brian leaves us with the gift of his love. Karleen, I love you and will pray for comfort for your family. ❤️

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