Obituary of Cameron Gary Hunter

“Maxazu hmûga thâhne ye” 
Uncle Monkey / Handsome
January 31, 1973 – Bighorn, Alberta
December 23, 2021 – Morley, Alberta

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, son, brother, uncle, grandpa, cousin, nephew, and friend, Cameron Gary Hunter. 

He was born and raised in Bighorn, and lived in Maskawcis and Morley. He attended Morley Indian Day school and Ermineskin School. He completed various life skills and training programs, as well as worked different jobs. 

Cameron was a very humble, respectful and kind, compassionate man. He greeted everyone with a smile, hug or handshake, often leaving you laughing. He was humorous, loved to tease and joke around with those around him.  Cameron was a true warrior, who overcame many difficulties in his life. He was a forgiving and loving man, a protector to his nieces, nephews and grandchildren. He was the kind of man that would give out the shirt off his back.  He respected and practiced (as best he could) his traditional customs. 

Cameron loved to dance – Powwow, Sundance, Roundance,  Twostep and  even breakdancing. He danced with anyone anywhere; he was even taught the floss by his granddaughter. In his younger days he loved to hunt and snare. He loved all sorts of sports: hockey, swimming, baseball, volleyball and golf were his favourite. He taught himself to play hockey and became a “peanut” hockey player at the age of 5 and further advanced to minor hockey. He was a diehard Calgary Flames fan, never missed a game, you’d often needed ear plugs as he cheered on “his” team. He loved to play baseball and volleyball with his nieces and nephews. He was an all-around man.

Cameron is survived by his children, Rod Lightning (Sylas, Crystal),  Melvina Ear (Merlon, Caleb, Blaine, Alexa), Shyiesha Manywounds, and Issac Hunter; companion Raymona Rabbit, her children and grandchildren; mother Mary Jane Beaver; sisters, Krista, Lorraine, Marlene, Alice, Thelma, Verna (Tyrone), Leanne, Frances, Chip, Nancy, and Lydia; brothers, Nigel, Preston, Brendan, Shaun and Lyndon; special nieces and nephews, Alanna (Albey), Alysia (Alkohta, Alkiah, Alkiyan, Honey, Valley), Kreelin, Keely (Kari, Karson), Alieka (Larry), Albert Jr. Kaquitts, Agnes Abraham, Kobe, Emilio, Paden, Robs Poucette, Brianna, Marlin, Dez Morin, Mandy, Gail, Jamie, Nate, Cory Beaver, Tylen, Aprilvonna, Cherith Poucette, Marcia, Choosemine, Sunshine, Mark Jr. Poucette, Trevor, Raquel, Denny, Rayshel, Sherman Manywounds, Christina, Anna, Jerrie, Ethan Crowchief, Wyatt, Jaret, Myers, Tysa, Neil, Leah, Melvette, Orrie, Rowena, Brandon, Lenora, Melissa, Tanya, and their children; father Rod Hunter; sisters, Nadine, Shanda; brother, Anders; aunties, Tina, Colleen, Cindy; uncle Gerald; his numerous paternal Hunter nieces and nephews; extended relatives and aunties: Georgie K, Barbara H, Florence J, Mary K, Yvonne H; cousins, Randy B, Howard B, Nelson B, Berva and Barbara, Ethel S, Darrel (Ina); sisters-in-law, Winnie B, Maryjane B.; paternal aunties, Sylvia, Nelda and family; uncle Benny Francis and family. Through his generosity and kind spirit he touched the lives of many. Cam will be remembered by many friends and family of Maskwacis, Tsuu Tina, Blackfoot Confederacy and Mînî Thnî; his street family, adopted brothers and sisters. He was always so proud of his many relations and friends. We apologize if we have missed anyone. 

The family would like to thank the Mînî Thnî community and those who helped Cameron out over the years. 

Cameron was predeceased by his sister Robyn; grandmother Sylvia Crane; grandfather Chief Walkingeagle-Morley Beaver; aunties and uncles, Dolly, Anna, Issac, Joe S. Dale H; brother-in-law, Albert K, Barry P., Mark P Sr.; cousins, Melvin B, Rose B, Jess B, Dallon B, Edna B, Helen B, Melcolm H, Ferlin B, Oliver H, Trevor “Chico” H, Wayne H, Lorna H, Allister C, Michael C, Dawn C; special cousins, Cecila W, Lee W, Victor W, David A, Garrett S, Kelly H, Bradley T; paternal grandparents, Jenson (Winnie) F, Violet (George) H.

Covid-19 Protocols will be followed. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Cochrane, 369 Railway Street) on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Covid-19 Protocols will be followed. All those who attend services are encouraged to wear masks and be double vaccinated. Wake Services will be held at the Residence of Mary Jane Beaver (Morley, AB) on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. 

Funeral Services will be held at the Morley Gymnasium (Morley, AB) on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at 12:00 p.m.  Graveside Service to follow at Wesley Cemetery (Morley, AB).  Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed here. 

In living memory of Cameron Hunter, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Cochrane, 369 Railway Street, Cochrane, AB T4C 2E2, Telephone: 403-932-4740.