Gary "Hondo" L. Hunt, age 68, of Port Orange, Florida, formerly of Fishkill, NY, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026 in his home surrounded by family. He was born on March 13, 1957 in Fishkill, NY to the late Howard Hunt and Janet Abrams.

Gary was a very talented life-long carpenter and retired from Wappingers Central School District as a Custodian.

He loved the beach, walking adventures, and going to the movies. He enjoyed live music, fishing, camping, and jet-skiing. You could always find him with a scratch off.

Gary was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Port Orange, Florida as well as an usher at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church.

Gary is pre-deceased by his Stepmother, Margaret; Brother, Maxwell; Sister, Louise; and Nephew Brett. Gary is survived by his fiancé Michelle McClane and dog Lola; His daughters: Brittany(Phil) and Lauren(Matt); his grandsons Liam, Hunter, one grandson on the way and his fur grandson Rory; his siblings Tim (Karen), Randy, Melanie (Lance), Stephanie (Andy), and Jeff (Colleen); as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.

Memorial calling hours will be held on Monday January 19th, 2026 from 4-7 pm at the McHoul Funeral Home of Fishkill 1089 Main St. Fishkill, NY. A Funeral Service will begin at 6: 30pm .

Please consider a donation in Gary's memory to Halifax Hospice Inc who provided compassionate care to Gary and his family through this most difficult times.