Lester Hunt (1949 – 57)

Lester Hunt, a distinguished Old Cryptian, passed away on 18th February 2017, aged 78.  He had successfully fought Parkinsons Disease for nearly 30 years but died in London from an unexpected infection whilst recovering from a fall.  A member of the 1stXV and Captain of Moore House, he went up to Sidney Sussex, Cambridge before joining the chemical industry and becoming a senior manager.  He was an avid sailor and spent much time in France.  He leaves his widow Sandra, two daughters and many grandchildren.

The memorial service for Lester will be at Highgate West Cemetery, London, N6 6PJ – access via Swain’s Lane which is one way south to north –   at 2pm on Thursday 9th March and afterwards at East Wing, the Old Hall, South Grove, Highgate. Sandra Hunt would be pleased to see Old Cryptians at the service but would appreciate an email to let her know –  sandra.p.hunt@gmail.com