Of Pine City, NY passed away on December 27, 2005. Hunterwas born on September 19, 1945 in Norman, Oklahoma, son of the late Edwin W. and Helen Rose Messing. He enjoyed reading about American history and was an avid fan of professional baseball and football. There will be no calling hours.Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations in Hunter?s name may be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1009 Maple Ave., Elmira, NY 14904 or to the Chemung County Humane Society and SPCA, 2435 Route 352, Elmira, NY14903. Those wishing may leave a ?Candle of Remembrance? for the family at www.olthof.com.