It is with deep sorrow and bittersweet gratitude that the Hunger family announces the passing of our beloved husband, father and brother, Shed Hill Hunger III at the age of 67. He passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, following a long battle with declining health.
Shed was born on Sept. 7, 1957, in Winona, the son of the late Charlotte and the late Shed Hill Hunger Jr., as Sputnik orbited the Earth, which led to his lovingly given nickname of “Sput.”
Shed’s indomitable spirit and kind heart could be felt by anyone he came into contact with. He had a remarkable ability to connect with people, share himself and evoke that same spirit of love in each person he knew. He never met a stranger. His imaginative personality led to many creative words and phrases his close family and friends will never forget. He shared many passions with his son, including a love of history, facts, music and, of course, anything and everything related to Ole Miss.
Shed was an avid fisherman who loved competing in bass tournaments, especially when his son was old enough to join him as his partner. As a family, they enjoyed tailgating together in the Grove before attending Ole Miss games. Before his health declined, they loved to travel and have new adventures whenever they could.
In addition to his parents, one son, Nathaniel Charles Hunger, preceded Shed in death.
Survivors include, his wife of 37 years, Tammy Woods Hunger; one son, Shed Hill Hunger IV and his wife, Sevi; his sister, Alleda Joseph; his brother, James Hunger and his wife, Shelley, as well as his aunt, Mamie (Lib) Hudson; uncle, Frank Watson Hunger, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He will be sorely missed.
A celebration of Shed’s life was held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Moore Memorial Methodist Church where Shed, his son and three prior generations of Hungers were members. Graveside services followed in Oakwood Cemetery in Winona. The Rev. Neville Vanderburg officiated. Visitation was held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, in the Moore Memorial Methodist Church Family Life Center, and from 1 p.m. until service time on Friday, Oct. 18, in the church sanctuary.
Pallbearers were Jamie Hudson, Joe Hudson, Dr. Louie Harrison, Joey Hedgepeth, Bobby Love Jr., and Chase Amason. Honorary pallbearers were Mike Flynn, Fred Williams, Jimmy Gant, Kenny Self, Lloyd Chism, Gene McNeer, Chris Perry, Chris Thomas, John Heaton Jr., Paul Heaton, Steven Bennett, Chris Tollison and Billy Wells.
Online condolences can be expressed to the family at www.ofhwinona.com
Oliver Funeral Home of Winona was in charge of arrangements.
