Community mourns death of Hunter, Hall

Two local residents are being mourned in separate services with one this Saturday.

Deacon Robert Ezell Hunter passed away at the age of 77.  A devoted member of Old St. James Baptist Church in Richwood, Hunter will be remembered during services this Saturday, February 22, at 2:30 PM at the church.

Friends and family can pay their respects during visitation hours on Friday, February 21, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, also at Old St. James Baptist Church. Deacon Hunter will be laid to rest at Richwood Gardens.

The community also mourned the loss of Eric Renard Hall, who passed away at age 51. Hall’s funeral service was held Saturday, February 15, at Smith Funeral Home, followed by burial at Richwood Memorial Gardens in Richwood.

Smith Funeral Home handled arrangements for both services.