In loving memory of
Esther Hunt
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It is with great sadness that the family of Esther Hunt, 77, announce her passing on May 3rd, 2026, at her home in Shubenacadie, NS with her loving partner Roli by her side.
Born in English Harbour West, NL, she was the daughter of the late Archibald and Velma (Fizzard) Osbourne.
Esther (or as we called her, Essie) was a very hard worker from the start. At age sixteen, she started working at The Sunny Cottage in Harbour Breton until she married the love of her life Raymond on April 20th, 1966. She then became a stay-at-home mom until her boys went to school and then went to work at the FishNet until finding her passion as a Personal Care Worker at Harbour View Haven in Lunenburg, where she worked for twenty-three years until her retirement.
Essie lived for her family; they were her everything. She was an amazing mom, mom-in-law, nanny, great-nanny, friend, aunt, and sister. Essie loved to bake, try new recipes, knit, and crochet, loved to entertain with skits for Newfie Days, and was always down to tell a story or dirty joke. After the passing of her husband Raymond, she was lucky enough to meet an incredibly special man named Roli, who treated her like a queen, always on the go for dinner, coffee or just outside in the garden. Roli made her so happy until her passing. Essie will be missed by everyone who knew and met her, but mostly by her family. She was and will always be the heart of our family. We love you so much.
Essie is survived by her son, Rocky (Tish) Hunt; grandchildren Angel (Errika) Tufts and Brooke (Caleb) Levy; great-grandchildren; Finley, Nora, Ray and Ozzie, partner Roli McCullian and his family; sisters Amy (Ben) Banfield, Ann Osbourne, and Glenda (David) Williams; brothers William (Cathy) Osbourne, Charles (Debra) Osbourne, John (Shelley) Osbourne, and Aubrey (Marie) Osbourne; brother-in-law, Bill Poole; sisters-in-law Madeline, Sadie and Christine Hunt, as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was pre-deceased by husband; Raymond Hunt; sons, Archie, and Tony Hunt; brothers, Archibald, Walter, and Thomas Osbourne; sisters, Una Skinner, Elizabeth Osbourne, Joan Poole, and Ethel Tibbo; sister-in-law, Ellen Hunt; brothers-in-law, Edgar Hunt, Wally Hunt, Winsten Hunt, Roger Hunt, Walter Skinner, and Gordon Tibbo.
A Celebration of Essie’s life will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #23, Lunenburg from 1-3 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to Personal Care Cremations & Memoriual Services.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family in Essie’s name to Patricia Hunt, 3449 Hwy #332, Rose Bay, NS, B0J 2X0.
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SERVICES & GATHERINGS
Celebration of Life
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 23, Lunenburg
May 16, 2026 1:00 pm
34 Duke St. Lunenburg, NS
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A Celebration of Essie’s life will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #23, Lunenburg from 1-3 p.m.FAVOURITE CAUSES
The Family of Esther Hunt
Please send donations directly to Patricia Hunt at 3449 Hwy 332, Rose Bay, NS, B0J 2X0
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Rocky, Tish, and all the families.
I have such wonderful memories with Esse, working at Harbour View for many years. She always enjoyed pranks and a good time. I will miss her dearly I thought the absolute world of her and she taught me a lot over the years we worked together. My heart goes out to all of you during this sad time and sending love and light to get you through this difficult time. Will miss our chats when we saw each other or chatting on facebook. Hugs
To family and friends of Ester,
I wish to extend my sincerest condolences on her passing. She was a wonderful person with a great spirit. I know her from working at HVH. Take care of each other during your time of grieving and lean on your fondest of memories for comfort at this difficult time.
Peggy Croft
Rocky and family, I will always remember your Mom Esther with a smile. She had a smile that could lighten the darkest night. Please accept our sincerest condolences
Memories are proof that those we love existed, and we can make them appear whenever we need them. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Esther’s passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences-she was truly a gem! Esther and Raymond were clients of mine for years and we shared many good laughs and a few tears along the way. Your memories will truly make you smile!
I will always remember Esther with a smile, and, at times, with a giggle as thoughts of good times and pranks pop in my memories!
My condolences to her family, she was one of a kind.
Shirley Brown
Esther’sFamily,my deepest condolences on Esther’s Passing.I knew Esther from working with her at Harbour View Haven,where we worked hard but had good times with her.If Esther was working,we could be assured of a good day,and knew there would be lots of laughter,jokes and pranks.On the hardest of days,she could lift our spirits both staff and residents alike.Hold your wonderful memories of her close.I will always remember her laughter.RIP Esssie. Jane
Rocky and Family, I am very sorry for the loss of your Mom she was a sweetheart and full of great laughs.
Stephanie Creaser