Nellie E. Hunter, 102 years and 364 days old, entered her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior, with her loving family by her bedside on Friday, July 30, 2021. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her recent illness and ultimately gave her a sense of peace.
Nellie loved her Savior, the Lord Jesus, with all her heart, and she loved God’s Word. Nellie was a powerful prayer warrior, and only heaven knows what a wonderful and eternal impact all her many years of faithful praying have had on her family, her friends, and the world at large. With a servant’s heart, Nellie would care for many people in her lifetime, always putting other’s needs before her own.
She left a legacy to her family of God’s amazing love and grace and was an example to all who knew her
Nellie was born July 31, 1918, in Argos, Indiana to Leslie and Viola Carpenter. In 1947 Nellie married H.W. Hunter in Antioch, CA. Nellie and H.W. had three children Delores, Hurshel, and Mark.
In 1999 at the age of 81, Nellie was the oldest person to receive their GED, an achievement she was very proud of.
Nellie was preceded in death by her husband H.W. Hunter, daughter Delores Kelley, parents Leslie and Viola Carpenter, and siblings Nick, Faye, Selma, Maudie, Noah, Eddie, and Art.
Nellie is survived by her twin sister Trellie Hartman, son Hurshel (Kim) Hunter, son Mark (Lisa) Hunter, son-in-law Walter Kelley, granddaughter Candace Hunter, grandson Blake Hunter, grandson Seth (Shelly) Hunter, granddaughter Abby Hunter, great-granddaughter Kendalle Verkler, great-granddaughter Avery Hunter, and great-grandson Ian Hunter.
She left a legacy to her family of God’s amazing love and grace and was an example to all who knew her.
Only one life twill soon be past only what’s been done for Christ will last.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, from 6-8 p.m. at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth.
Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery in Rochester.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Center for Hospice Care 112 S. Center St. Plymouth IN 46563.
Jill Buchaniec says
May God hold Nellie and her family in the palm of His hand and bring them peace. Blessings to all.
Jeanie Martin says
Hursh, I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing. God needed another angel!! Hold tight to those memories! She will always be with you!
Peggy Fisher says
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Hurshel. May God comfort you and the family with his caressing arms around you. Nellie might be gone…… but the memories will always be with you.
Norma (Reese) Young says
HursheI…..When I was working at the desk at the Holiday Inn I can remember your Mother bring Mrs Lauer out to lunch many times. She was a very devoted lady. You have my sincere sympathy.
Linda Starr says
Well done, thou good and faithful servant!! Your work on earth is done! Rest well in your heavenly home!!
Peace to the family!!
Norma (Reese)Young says
Hurshel, When I worked at the desk in the Holiday Inn, I remember your mother bring Mrs Lauer in for lunch many times. That was a long time ago. Your mother was a very devoted care giver. Please accept my sincere sympathy to you and family.
Shirley says
Hurshel and Kim, So sorry to hear about your mom. Our loss – Heaven’s gain.
Susan Jones says
Dearest family Nellie was very important to me and my family. I met Nellie in the seventies when we both went to Christian Center, but our friendship did not and then. In the early 2000s,’my husband Rick became quite disabled from Huntington’s disease. That’s when Nellie became his caregiver and she treated him like a son. Blessed be her memory My life has been blessed by knowing her.
Wanda Stewart says
What a dear lady and so faithful to our lord and savior. She will be missed but is finally dancing on the streets of gold that she dreamed about. May God give the family his sweet sweet peace.
Denny Dittrick says
So very sorry Hurshel. God Bless.
Denny Dittrick says
So sorry Hurshel and may God Bless.
Sim & Marcy Caron says
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May God bless you with all the fond memories that you have with her.
Sim & Marcy Caron
Carol Soulia says
Mark – My deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. I did not have the privilege of knowing her, but I know how much your mom meant to you and that she had a long and incredible life. You, Lisa and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, hugs & peace
Carol
Sandra (Crump) Schultz says
Hurshel and all of the family, I send my condolences on the passing of your mother, grandmother, sister. I didn’t have the honor of knowing Nellie, but just from what I read I missed out on knowing a dear kind soul who loved her Lord and Savior. May He give His comfort and peace to each one of you. Cherish the memories always!
Donna Pontius says
Hurshel, Mark and families,
My sincerest sympathy to you all. May your memories sustain you in your sorrow.
Ren and Beverly Van Gilder says
Sending, your entire family, our deepest sympathy. Your mother, was an amazing lady.
Sincerely,
Ren and Beverly Van Gilder
Mindy Collins says
My thoughts, love and prayers are with you all….May all the precious memories you hold in your hearts bring you comfort…Much Love 🙏❤️
Karen Nauman & family says
I met aunt Nellie through my uncle David Carpenter I found her to be a wonderful lady and very kind it meant so much to me I wish we all could have had a past of knowing each other and she did too Dolores was a lovely kind lady too they both accepted me right in its a meeting I will always be grateful for and thank God he gave me the opportunity to meet all of u I will miss being able to talk to her now and then. I wish great healing for your family and a blessed life. A wonderful obituary its so lovely written.
Brent & Sherry Schafer says
Hurshel and family-
May God bless you all and bring you peace.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Bob & Donna Taber Whitmer says
Hurshel & Family,
Your mother was an amazing lady! We are sorry for your loss. Heaven has certainly gained an angel! Prayers…
Jim & Sally Scobey says
HURSHEL, SORRY TO HEAR THAT YOUR MOTHER HAS PASSED AWAY BUT SHE IS NOW WHERE SHE WANTS TO BE. WE ARE SURE SHE HAS INSPIRED MANY LIVES DURING HER LIFETIME AND WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF LOSS.
Erika Thompson says
Candace, I was so sorry to hear about the death of your grandma. I’m sure your grandma had a hand in modeling the wonderful person that you are – your love, compassion, and patience. You have shared stories about your grandma and I’m hoping that the good memories will be a comfort to you while you grieve this loss. Know that I’m keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Norah Ellen (Carpenter) Gamble says
Our precious Aunt Nellie had a great influence on many of our lives. Her Christian witness is what shaped me into the lover of God that I am today. Remembrances of many things she said and did, even though not always accepted at the time, have been used by our Lord. Being a part of the Carpenter family has brought many to believe in Jesus and Who He is.
(Daughter of Noah Erwin Carpenter.
Jerry & Barbara Holem says
Our sincere sympathy to the Nellie Hunter family.
May God’s loving arms surround you at this time.
Jerry & Barbara Holem
Kim Morrison says
I am so sorry that I’m not able to make it to Nelllie’s Visitation.😔 It was an honor to have the opportunity to get to know such a special lady. We were honored to help her, and your family, through her final days.❤️
Judith M. Price says
Hurshel and Mark, I did not know your mother, but I know she raised two fine sons, both of whom I had the pleasure working with when I lived in Plymouth. Please know that her longevity produced I am sure many memorable experiences for you both. May she rest in peace.
Shirley Gidley says
So sorry about Nellie! She was a loving and caring woman with a “good heart”.
May you all remember the good examples that she left you and how caring she was.
Barb Klapp says
Hurshel, Mark, and families,
We are so sorry to read this, but know that Your Mother was welcomed to her new home with open arms. She was an amazing person. I know you will miss her, but can rejoice in her reward of eternal life. Thinking of you at this time.
Doug and Barb Klapp
Madeline Johns says
Hurshel (and family) Sorry for your loss. I met Nellie at one of the lowest times of my life. She was working at Price’s Dry Cleaners at the time. Somehow she sensed my pain, prayed with me, and gave me words of wisdom. Our Lord has welcomed her into his heavenly home. May she rest in peace.
Molly Schmidt says
I have never known a person who lived their faith everyday as Nellie did. She was a beautiful soul. I’m grateful to have known her. My condolences to Hurshel, Mark and their families.
Denise Fisher Gaines says
so sorry for your loss. years ago i remember Mrs Hunter passing by the waiting room at the hospital and she saw me. i was crying. My mother was in intensive care and i was so worried for her. Mrs Hunter sat beside me and made me feel so much better. she didn’t know me but she knew what i needed. such a caring lady.