Helen Hunt
Obituary
Helen Hunt was born July 13, 1960 in Tulsa to Russell Kerr and Margaret (Ingram) Hunt. She passed from this life Wednesday, October 3, 2018 in Tulsa at the age of 58.
Helen’s early education began at Holland Hall School in Tulsa, before the family moved to Grand Lake in Northeastern Oklahoma. She loved living near the water and the woods and enjoyed water skiing and riding motorcycles. The family returned to Tulsa while Helen was in elementary school and she attended Eliot and Patrick Henry Schools. Helen also attended Edison High School in Tulsa where she was involved with the Student Council and was a member of the Leader Corp. She was also involved with Skippers and Rajah in high school before graduating in 1978.
Helen studied at the University of Oklahoma for a time, before returning to Tulsa to take a position with the Moyers, Martin law firm where she gained experience working with titles and legal descriptions. Helen eventually moved back to the place she loved the most, Grand Lake where she was able to use her legal experience to launch her company, Grand Lake Dock Services. She combined her work and her home with the late Mike Ryan, inventor and manufacturer of Ryan-O Dock Rollers. Following Mike’s death in 2013, Helen continued to run both operations with her business partner and family friend, Steve Shulte. Helen’s love of Grand Lake was sweetened by the many good friends she had in the area, her love for her dogs, her love of boating and fishing, as well as her Bridge Club and Garden Club.
Helen was preceded in death by her father and Mike Ryan. She is survived by her mother, Margie Hunt; her brother and sister-in-law, Kerby and Allison Hunt; her sister, Heidi Hunt; her nephews, Merritt Hunt and his wife Lauren and Reider Hunt and many loving friends.
A service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at Ninde Brookside Chapel, 39th & Peoria.
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Tributes & Memories
I met Helen in High School during the summer. We worked together as life guards at a Tulsa City pool. We had so much fun together. While we went to different high schools, we developed a strong friendship. When we learned we were both going to Oklahoma University we made sure we would be suite mates and we both joined the same sorority. We had so many great experiences, so many stories. Although our paths went in different directions we stayed in close contact for many years before slowly drifting apart due to the busyness of life. I feel so fortunate to have crossed paths with Helen. She was a bright light with a great smile, infectious laugh and kind heart. My prayers go out to Heidi and the rest of the family. I was shocked to hear of her passing. God Bless. Pam Lassek
Pam Lassek
I am sorry I was out of town today and unable to attend Helen's service. Helen's contagious laugh and enthusiasm for life made all worlds a brighter place. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Brian Collins
Helen was one of the most genuine and sweetest people I ever meet in my life. She was wonderful to everyone who meet her and worked with her. I had many opportunities to work with her as she helped a number of my clients with their Dock permits. She was always willing to lend a hand and gracious as they come. Helen will be missed by all. My prayers go out to all Helen's family. God Bless all of you and keep you in his hands.
Marilyn Johnston
It was a pleasure knowing and working with Helen for the last 10 years. We know she is not in pain and will not suffer any more. Rest in Peace Helen.
Richard & Diana Spencer
Lit a candle in memory of Helen Hunt
Mary Lee England
To Margi, Heidi, Kirby and family, I am so blessed and grateful to have called Helen my sister/friend for 20 years. She was a most thoughtful and caring friend to me, my late husband Dave and a close friend of our entire family. It would be too long a list to mention the countless ways she was there for me during times of joy and sadness. We had planned to travel together as soon as she was able and looked forward to the good times we would have. Thank you again Margi for allowing me to spend time with her last Sunday. It was a meaningful time to be with her. My heart aches for you all but I know she is no longer in pain and we will all have such loving memories of her time with us. My love to you all and know if there is anything I can help with, I am available.
Beverly Wall
To the family of Helen: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Helen was a beautiful lady and will be missed . Her smile would light up any room. With Sincere sympathy Patsy and Keith
Patsy Coaly and Keith Cindray
Heidi, I am so sorry to hear of your sisters passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Diane Robers