- Date Of Birth: July 15, 1944
- Date Of Death: March 24, 2019
- State: Arkansas
James F. Hunt, 74, of Waldron, Arkansas went to his heavenly home Sunday, March 24, 2019. He was born in Waldron, Arkansas on July 15, 1944, to the late Lonnie and Allie (McCubbins) Hunt. James was 74 years old. He was of the Pentecostal faith.
James, or Jim, as most knew him lived a remarkably varied life, and held several jobs, from catching chickens at 16, to serving in the US Army from 1963-1966. He was a mechanic and heavy equipment operator for most of his life, except when he turned to politics and served as Scott County Judge for 1983-1984. He eventually went to work for the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department where he worked until he retired in the early 2000’s. After retirement, he found satisfaction in running a chainsaw, driving a tractor, fishing, and simply riding his four-wheeler among his cattle.
Jim leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of 48 years Cheryl (Speaks) Hunt of the home, one son, James Cody Hunt and wife Rachel of Bryant Arkansas, one granddaughter Emma Hunt, a sister, Reba Sue Williams of Danville, Arkansas, a brother, Don (Elizabeth) Hunt of Danville, Arkansas, a brother-in-law, Monroe Garner of Danville, Arkansas and many nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Jim will be missed by all that knew him and the many whose lives he impacted.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Edith Hunt and Bettie Jo Garner, and one brother, Hershel Hunt.
