SPENCER-Joan M. (Tessier) Hunt, 73, of 1 Norcross Road, formerly of 47 Seminole Drive, Worcester, died Sunday, January 8th in her home. She leaves her husband of 47 years, Robert E. Hunt, Sr., a son, Robert E. Hunt, Jr. and his wife Joanne of Spencer, a daughter, Mary Beth wife of Mark Wilson of Leicester, 7 grandchildren Matthew and Amanda Wilson of Leicester, James Hunt of Leicester, Zachary and Andrew Hunt, Erika and Krista Weatherbee all of Spencer, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. A sister, Carol A. Tivnan died in November.
She was born in Worcester the daughter of Francis and Elizabeth (Cahill) Tessier, and was a graduate of Ascension High School and attended Salter Secretarial School. Mrs. Hunt was a long time member of Our Lady of the Angels Parish. Joan’s main love was her family and many friends. She enjoyed knitting and was known for her handcrafted baby sweater sets. Her hobbies included bowling, sewing and baking. Joan looked forward to her time at her condominium on Lake Winnipesaukee with her grandchildren and trips to Disney World with her family were her favorite vacations
The funeral is Thursday, January 12th from O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main Street. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Calling hours are Wednesday, January 11th from 5:00 until 8:00 PM in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dominican Monastery Mother of God, 1430 Riverdale Street, West Springfield, MA 01089.