James G. (Jerry) Hunt, Ph.D.Our beloved seasoned Toastmaster, Dr. James G. (Jerry) Hunt passed away on Tuesday July 22, 2008. Jerry joined Toastmasters in December 1982 and he achieved the ATM-S. He supported and actively participated in Club 884 for over 25 years. Jerry was a highly valued, dedicated, and loving member of Lubbock Toastmasters Club 884.
Jerry continuously encouraged countless fellow Toastmasters to practice and he was a huge proponent of videotaping each and every speech in order to fully review and see the actual you in action. Jerry's wealth of experience in scholarly conferences and symposiums was a great resource for graduate students in our club. As a fantastic (fanatic?) grammarian, Jerry kept his fellow Toastmaster very well in line when it comes to grammatical usage and errors.
Jerry loved Texas Tech as well. He was a dedicated “Red Raider” often wearing Texas Tech apparel. Jerry loved his BMW roadster; imagine Jerry speeding in his convertible. In 2006, we celebrated Jerry and Donna’s 50th wedding anniversary and what a glorious celebration it was. Jerry was standing by his Red Raider Cherry cake asking us if we would like a slice of his favorite cherry cake. Jerry had a great smile and ability to instantly bond with people.
Who could forget Jerry’s Red ‘n’ Black belt buckle, double T cowboy boots and his infamous “Guns Up!” gesture? Remember the “Fig leaf” analogy for body gestures? Remember the “Progressive Revelation” method? The distinction between “I”, “me” and “myself”? Jerry will be greatly missed in our Toastmaster family. Rest in Peace…
Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6.30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Resthaven Funeral Home, 5740 W. 19th St., Lubbock Texas.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm Friday, July 25 at Lakeridge United Methodist Church, 4701 82nd Street, Lubbock Texas.
1970's, back in the time when Jerry still had (some) hair. (Thanks Bob)
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