We Remember
![](https://www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/McKay-William-300x300.jpg)
McKAY, William Hunter
March 17, 1927 — September 16, 2013
Surrounded by family, this wonderful husband, father and grandfather was released into the arms of our Heavenly Father, September 16th, 2013. Hunt is survived by his best friend and beloved wife, Johanna (Joan), son David (Carol), daughters Cindy and Patti, granddaughters Jennifer and Carla, grandson and “Pal”, Brian and great-grandson Coleburn. Hunt is also survived by his brother Ross (Mary), brother-in-law Raymond (Jean), his nieces and nephews and Hunt’s family in Scotland Christine (George), Isabelle (Don) and family.
Hunt was born and raised in Brooks, Alberta, March 17th, 1927, St. Patrick’s Day, and being the true Scot that he was, Hunt stayed true to his Scottish Heritage, he was the longest life member of the Brooks Masonic Lodge No.73.
Hunt and Joan married April 20, 1956, in Trail, then it was on to Penticton, in 1998 they settled in Kelowna. Hunt was an active golfer and curler, competing in two Briers throughout his curling years. Though having to give up these two passions he was quick to become the TV coach of the “New York Yankees” baseball team. Hunt loved working in his gardens, not only his garden, but his daughter’s and grandson’s, he was an incredible Handy man, there wasn’t anything that Hunt couldn’t fix or build.
Hunt’s proudest accomplishment was his family, his pride and joy, which he guided, and nurtured throughout his life and he leaves them with the most incredible legacy.
The family would like to thank the First Responders and the caring and supportive staff at Kelowna General Hospital. Special thanks to Dr. Grant Chamberlain and nurse, Patti. Arrangements entrusted to the Springfield Funeral home.
Hunt requests that there be no service at this time, just do a kind act for someone in need. For those wishing to send a condolence, photos or share memories, may do so by scrolling down this page to the area called “Share Your Condolence
Dear McKay family. Very sorry to read this sad news. Cindy, I well remember enjoying talking to your parents in the old Pen-Hi days in your home on Secrest Avenue (Place?) in Penticton. Thinking of you.
Dave Duncan and family
To the Mckay family
We are very sad to hear the news about your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
The Gorges Family
Dear Joan,Cindy, Patti, and all the family,
I am deeply saddened to hear news of Hunt’s passing.
How blessed you are to have shared his warmth, humour,support,kindness and love of his family.
I will remember visits with you and him
with fondness.
Your loving cousin, Joyce
Joyce
Mom and dad always loved the visits also, laughter and sharing of the past, such great and wonderful memories to cherish. We will miss dad tremendously, but he is no longer pain, we were truly Blessed to have a dad like him.
We shared many good times-& remember them well- we send condolences to your family….
Blessing to you all
Jack-Mary -Cindy
Dear Joan, Cindy, Patti and all the family. We are sorry for your very great loss. Bill has many fond memories of curling and golfing with Hunt. Our thoughts are with you.
Bill and Doreen
Dear Joan, Cindy, Patti and family:
So sorry to hear of Hunt’s passing. We have many fond memories of our association with your family. Our thoughts are with you.
Stew and Elaine Thurlow.
A family of laughter and love. Sending my sincere support.
Dear Joan and Family
I have always felt lucky that my path joined up with Hunt McKay’s early in my life, even for just a short time. I worked with Hunt at Grove Motors. Hunt offered great leadership and professionalism at work and extended his friendship, and guidance, without limits. I’ve tried to carry his influence with me and have shared some of his stories with my own family during some of our own “teachable moments”. I treasure having known him, and will continue to remember him with respect and admiration. I offer my sincere condolences to your family at his passing.