November 22,2023

Howard August Hunter
​ February 29, 1932 - November 16, 2023

​Howard August Hunter, 91, of Deer Lodge, passed away on Nov. 16, surrounded by his family.
Howard was born Feb. 29, 1932, to Clarence and Margarete Hunter, on the family farm, close to Peever, S.D. He joined his brothers, William, Albert and later, Eddie.
Howard, beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, is survived by sons, Rick (Laurie), Dallas (Maggie), Dan (Linda), Marty (Lisa); daughter, Roxanne (Tony); nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and his faithful dog, Punkin.
Upon leaving high school in Peever, Howard was drafted into the Army to fight in the Korean War.
After leaving the military, Howard went home to marry the love of his life, Shirley Ruth Nerison. They were married Nov. 30, 1954. They were together 62 years, before Shirley’s passing.
Howard worked for the railroad in South Dakota before moving to Deer Lodge, where he began logging for a living. He went into business with his oldest son, Rick, forming Hunter Logging until his retirement in 1993.
Howard enjoyed camping and fishing, riding his four-wheeler, going to the stock car races to watch his sons and grandsons win, watching old westerns on TV and spoiling his dog, Punkin.
A graveside service will take place at 11 a.m. on Nov. 25 at Hillcrest Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at the Elks Lodge in Deer Lodge.

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