David Gary "Snake" Hunter, 85 was born on December 15, 1937, the son of Charles Edward Hunter and Pauline Ruth (Rogers) Hunter. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Jerry Hunter, Jimmy Hunter, Bill Hunter, Charles Edward Hunter, Doyle Hunter and John Hunter; sister, Pat Thompson and his wife of 35 years Dena Hunter.

Snake lived most of his life in Hugo and was a truck driver by trade. He was a great boxer and had won Gold Glove Champion twice. Snake was very athletic and enjoyed riding horses, hunting and raising cattle. He married Dena Jo Kos on December 31, 1987, in Hugo, Oklahoma. Snake was a great man and outstanding father who loved his family above all things. He was his son Bert's hero. Snake enjoyed watching ball games and never missed a game. He was a people person and never met a stranger. Snake will be missed by all who knew and love him.

Snake is survived by his son, Bert Hunter and fiancé Deborah of Hugo, OK; adopted son, James Allen Hunter of Ada, OK; step-sons, Dwight Kos and wife Cle Ola of Hugo, OK and Fritz Kos and wife, Susan Babcock of Hugo, OK; brother, Howard Hunter and wife, Susan of Dallas, TX; sister, Judy Campbell of Gay, OK along with a host of nephews, nieces, friends, family and loved ones.