Jasper Hunter,

Jr.

Jasper (Jack) Hunter Jr., 93, transitioned on April 23, 2026 at noon. He was born February 19, 1933 in Richmond, Virginia. He was the first born child to the late Marie Charles Hunter and Jasper Hunter, Sr.
Jack attended Richmond Public Schools and graduated from Armstrong High School. He remained active with the Alumni Association until his health failed. He also attended Smithdeal-Massey Business College.

He served in the US Navy from 1951-1955. Jack was a humble man. You fell in love with his work ethic and spirit. Professionally he worked for the US Post Office for 35 years, retiring as a Supervisor.  After retiring he returned to work at the University of Richmond Post Office from December 1990 until November 2007. He enjoyed the University and loved meeting and getting to know staff, professors and all students. He especially loved communicating with the international students, due to his love for travel. He often said "Travel is an education". He loved photography and spent a lot of time photographing UofR activities. He donated his collection to the UofR in May of 2019. The Boatwright Memorial Library has his archived photography of University history, which includes "Presidents (past and present), Alumni, Staff, Students, New Building Erections, Campus Overall and UofR events". Jack had a passion for any art form (jewelry making, furniture painting, flower gardening…)

Jasper's life was dedicated to faith and family. He was a devoted husband of 70 years. He married Doris E. Scott on "December 25, 1955, at 5pm, in her momma's home", as he would say. They welcomed three children to their marriage, a daughter and two sons. Jack and Doris devoted themselves to creating a positive impact on their children's lives. He loved family travels, imparting life lessons whenever the moment presented itself. At an early age, he joined Pilgrim Baptist Church where his parents and grandparents attended. He was a Trustee, Usher and Caretaker and remained faithful until declining health.

In addition to his parents, Jasper was also preceded in death by his two sons, Tab Allen Hunter and Scott Anthony Hunter; two brothers, Theodore Hunter and Haywood Hunter and sister, Doris H. Elam (Mack). Left to cherish his memory are his beloved "Ma" Doris Scott Hunter; daughter, Danita Hunter Hughes; son in love, Michael Hughes; two daughters in love, Sharon L. Hunter and Jennaia S. Hunter; nine grandchildren, Melanie Hughes Richardson (Leon), Maya C. Hughes, Troi Hunter Johnson (Darryl), Traci A. Hunter, Trey McMorris, Braxton J. Pryor (Jaselle), Brandon Scott Hunter, Brooke S. Hunter and Jason Baker; nine great grandchildren, Hunter A. Johnson, Halle M. Johnson, Harmoni R. Johnson, Harper R. Johnson, Milan Z. Hunter, Scott A. Hunter, Ace J. Pryor, Adam M. Richardson, and Naia S. Hunter; devoted uncle, Robert Charles; a host of nieces, nephews, one devoted, Craig Hunter; two sisters-in-law, Phyllis Hunter and Carolyn Hunter; other relatives and friends, one devoted, James Pace (Louise).

Arrangements by Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, May 4, 2026 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Dr. Richard Wills, eulogist. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to either the Alzheimer's Association or Pilgrim Baptist Church, 1900 Whitcomb Street, Richmond, VA 23223.