Damon Hunt, age 71, of Lumberton, NC passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born January 25, 1954 in Robeson County to the late Charles Hunt and the late Gennive Brewer Hunt.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Amanda Hunt; a brother, Harold "Buddy Boy" Hunt; a sister, Teresa Hunt Meares.

Damon worked most of his adult life in construction work, owning his own company, Hunt's Drywall. He loved fishing, hunting, and running his dogs. He was a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church were he was known for his fried chicken. He loved spending time with his family. His door was always open to anyone who needed a place to stay.

He is survived by his wife, Denise Locklear Hunt of the home; seven sons, Kevin Hunt (Tracie) of Rowland, Devin Hunt of Lumberton, Brandon Hunt (Brittany) of Red Springs, Jeffrey Ivey, James "Nick" Ivey and Tristian Ivey all of the home and Chadrick Deese of Lumberton; two daughters, Stephanie Locklear of Fayetteville and Samantha Locklear of Wilmington; one brother, Ricky Hunt (Diane) of Lumberton; three sisters, Lee Ellen Hunt, Rita Faye Hunt (Terri), and Charlene Locklear all of Lumberton; 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; special friends, Anthony Deese, (a friend that was close in heart), Scottie Deese, and Lonnie Deese, and a host of other relatives and friends.

A visitation will be held Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 2:00-3:00 PM at Pleasant View Baptist Church 198 Pleasant View Church Road, Fairmont. Funeral services will immediately follow at 3:00 PM. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family would like to thank Amedysis Hospice of Pembroke for the outstanding care that they provided.