Floyd E. Hunter

Floyd Eugene Hunter, age 79, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, in Groves, Texas. He was born on June 21, 1945, in Beaumont, Texas, to Floyd Edgar and Geneva Hunter. Floyd was the fourth of five children in a close-knit and loving family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved sisters Barbara Salim (Mike) and Catherine McCarty (Fred), and his cherished partner, Jesse Garza, Jr. Floyd’s legacy of kindness and strength lives on in those who survive him: his sister Flora Irene Willey, his brother David Hunter (Carolyn), numerous nieces and nephews who adored him, and a very special young man, Michael McDonald, whom Floyd helped raise and loved as his own.

Floyd had a wonderful life. He was the proud owner of McDaniel’s Grocery in Port Bolivar for many years, where he served his community with dedication, warmth, and a generous heart. The store became a cherished gathering place—much like Floyd himself: steadfast, welcoming, and full of character.

In accordance with his wishes, Floyd will be cremated and his ashes will be buried in Rosewood Cemetery in Galveston, beside his forever partner, Jesse—a reunion long awaited and deeply treasured.

Floyd Eugene Hunter will be remembered always with love, gratitude, and joy by those fortunate enough to have known him.