Robert E. Hunter, 78, of Searsboro, Iowa died Monday, December 22, 2025, at his home.

A private burial will be in Rock Creek Cemetery in Kellogg. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Bob was born on February 2, 1947, to Eugene Kenneth and Leathe "Bea" (Meyers) Hunter, in Grinnell, Iowa. He graduated Newton High School in 1965. In June of 1969, Bob enlisted with the United States Air Force, proudly serving his country.  On September 10, 2005, he married Jeannie Phipps in Searsboro.

He enjoyed fast cars and motorcycles. He liked his Corvette and his "Party Bus". Bob's favorite pastime was riding horses.

Bob is survived by his brother; Raymond Hunter of Grinnell; daughter, Mandy Hunter; nephews, Rod Skates and Roger Redding.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jeannie on July 1, 2017; sister, Connie Jo Skates on August 16, 2025; and two nephews, Randy Skates and Russell Redding.