Warren Funeral Services of Baldwin

06/16/2026

With heartfelt sorrow, we remember Albert Hunt Jr., born November 24, 1952, to the late Albert Hunt Sr. and Margie Hunt (Harris). Albert was a devoted son, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was marked by honor, dedication, and love. He passed away on June 8, 2026, at the age of 73.

Albert proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1969 to 1976 as a Tank Turret Mechanic with the 11th Armored Cavalry, Black Horse Regiment. His courageous spirit was demonstrated through two tours in Vietnam, where he earned the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and National Defense Service Medal.

Following his military service, Albert continued his commitment to hard work as a mechanic for Ford Motor Company and later as a truck driver for various companies. He was a man who valued diligence and responsibility throughout his life.

In addition to his parents, Albert was preceded in death by his brother Craig Hunt and his grandson Kendall Hunt. He is survived by his brother Keith Hunt; his five loving children, Naomi Montgomery, Mindy Carter, Margie Hunt, Albert Hunt III (Rocky), and Clint Hunt; as well as seventeen grandchildren, Taylor, Clay, Daniel, Abriel, June, Wyatt, Nathan, Hayley, Ethan, Eli, Gabriel, Aurora, Natalie, Gwenyth, Memphis, and Ophelia. His family’s legacy also lives on through his niece Brandy Hunt and his great-grandchildren Khloe and Levi. Albert will be deeply missed but fondly remembered for the strength and kindness he shared with all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Vietnam Veterans of America, honoring Albert’s courageous service and dedication to his fellow veterans.

To view service times, leave condolences and send flowers, please visit:
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05/12/2026

🌿 Elephants Mourn Their Dead 🌿

Elephants don’t just pass by when one of their own dies. They actively mourn, showing complex thanatological behaviors documented in multiple studies.
Herd members (both family and unrelated elephants) gather around carcasses, even long-decayed bones. They touch and investigate with trunks and feet, stand stationary, vocalize, and show heightened social interactions (Goldenberg & Wittemyer, 2020). They attempt to lift fallen or dying elephants, guard bodies, and revisit death sites weeks or months later. Mothers have been observed carrying dead calves for days.
In Asian elephants, researchers documented guarding, attempting to revive, and loud mourning. Some herds bury their dead calves (2024 studies). They use scent to recognize individuals long after death.
Classic observations, such as those by Iain Douglas-Hamilton’s team (2006), recorded herds staying with a dying matriarch, showing clear concern and helping attempts.
These behaviors reveal elephants’ exceptional memory, empathy, and social bonds — they recognize death and respond with what scientists describe as grief-like rituals.
Incredible, intelligent, and deeply emotional animals. 🐘

04/21/2026

To our Baldwin and Jacksonville community,
We wanted to remind you of the upcoming services for Mr.Darryl Irvin Crowley, this coming Friday and Saturday.
To view details, send flowers, and leave condolences, please visit:
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We are honored to support Darryl’s family during this time.

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