Obituary of Jeffrey Hare Gunter

Jeffrey Hare Gunter, Jr., 44, died Saturday, June 27, 2015 at the Elizabeth House in Hendersonville, NC. His death stemmed from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in 2011. Born in Columbia, SC, he was the son of Jeffrey Hare Gunter, Sr. and the late Dolores Boykin Gunter of Horatio, SC and Hendersonville, NC. Jeff was compassionate and kind. He could bring a smile to your face with his fun-loving spirit. He loved unconditionally and was loyal to his family. Jeff looked for the good in people and was a true friend, expecting nothing in return. He will be remembered as a loving father, son, and brother who touched our lives with joy and laughter. He is survived by his father, three children, Collin James Marshall, William Edwards Gunter (Melissa Edwards) and Lily Elizabeth Gunter (Kelly Taylor) and two sisters, Lisa Bryant (Chris) and Kim Smoak (Spencer). An informal memorial service will be held at 11 AM Saturday, July 25, 2015 at High Hills of Santee Baptist Church, 6840 Meeting House Road, Dalzell, SC (Highway 261 Stateburg SC). The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to High Hills of Santee Baptist Church, in care of Pastor Ron Underwood, 6593 Francis Marion Avenue, Dalzell, SC 29040. On-line condolences may be sent to www.sumterfunerals.com Elmore Hill McCreight Funeral Home & Crematory, 221 Broad Street, Sumter, is in charge of the arrangements (803) 775-9386.