Emma Jeanne McCartney, better known as "Jeanne" to her family and friends, was born February 5, 1928, in Cherokee, Iowa, the daughter of John and Bertha (Lickiss) McCartney. As a child they lived in Quimby, Iowa, and graduated from high school in Worthington, Minnesota.
Jeanne was united in marriage to Lawrence "Larry" Hunt on April 17, 1946 in Worthington. They lived in Minnesota, Iowa, and Texas before moving to Philip in 1958. She worked at the Hans P. Peterson Memorial Hospital in the laundry department and later as a nurse’s aide. After she completed the medical records course in 1967, she worked for over thirty-years in medical records and bookkeeping at the hospital. In 1984 she received her Nursing Home Administrator License. She worked part time as Administrator of the Philip Nursing Home.
Jeanne was a state officer for the South Dakota Medical Records Association and the Business and Professional Women. She was the local Business and Profession Woman of the Year in 19__. She was a member of the United Church in Philip, where she served on the finance committee. Jeanne also served as bookkeeper and secretary for the Haakon County Prairie Transportation, and was active with the Philip Drama Group.
Grateful for having shared her life include two daughters Gayle Matz and her husband Ralph of Brookings, and Arnis Knutson and her husband John of Quinn; five grandchildren Erin and Randy Matz, and Scott Knutson, C.J. Knutson and his wife Jill, and Katie Knutson; one sister Carol Lei of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her husband Larry Hunt on July 7, 1989; a son Craig Hunt in July 1970, her parents; and a brother Loris McCartney.
Memorial services were held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 16, at the United Church in Philip, with Pastor Mark Ford officiating.
Interment will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 26, 2004 at Black Hills National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers a memorial is established to the Philip Health Services, the Philip Drama Club, and the United Church of Philip.
MEMORIAL SERVICES
Saturday, October 16, 2004 10:00 a.m.
United Church
Philip, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Mark Ford
MUSIC
Barb Bowen – Organist
Maureen Palecek – Vocalist
"Eye Is On The Sparrow"
"It Is No Secret What God Can Do"
USHERS
Kieth Smith – Chuck O’Connor
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
Guest Book
Jeanne was one of my favorite Aunts. Of course she was my only first Aunt, but she was one great lady. I remember the good times she provided me when I was younger and haven't had a chance to see her in a long time. She will be missed by me and my family.
~ Donald Ray McCartney
4518 Gardendale Dr., Houston, TX 77092 (10/12/2004)
Jeanne and I had some great times working at the hospital. Fun and hard work. She made us tow the line. Always, her smile was there whenever I was home to visit. She cared deeply for all of my family and Jeanne, you will be missed by all. Love and prayers to Gayle and Arnis and family.
~ Susan Bandel
1905 Mt. Isle Harobor Drive, Charlotte, NC 28214 (10/12/2004)
I was sorry to hear about Jeanne. She was one of the first people I met when I moved to Philip and began working at the hospital. She was devoted to her work and her friends. My sympathy to you, her family. Elaine
~ Elaine Staben
RR 1 Box 188J, Hot Springs, SD 57747 (10/12/2004)
I will truly miss E.J. She was one of my favorite people & through the years we became good friends. She will truly be missed by all; but especially Hans P. Peterson Hospital will miss her. She was an excellent mentor to me in medical records and taught me to audit medical charts with a fine tooth comb and if they weren't just right, track down the people who eroded and make them correct it. She truly was a perfectionist and very proud of her medical records, which she had every right to be. She was extremely knowledgeable and was a great resource person for me during my 23 years at PHS, I truly did appreciate her. My sympathy, thoughts & prayers go out to you all.
~ Marilyn Brooks
Philip, SD 57567 (10/12/2004)
I was so sorry to hear about Jeanne, she was such a nice lady and always had a kind word. I enjoyed working with her at the hospital and in the Hospital Auxiliary. She will be greatly missed by all who had the opportunity to know her and work with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
~ Chris Coyle
Philip, SD (10/12/2004)
I got to know Jeanne when I was working for Philip Health Services. She always had a smile on her face and a friendly "Hello" whenever you would meet her. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
~ Lacy Puhlman
Midland, SD (10/12/2004)
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Jeanne. She was a true friend and cohort to our beloved, Sarah Flesner, who always spoke very highly of Jeanne and her abilities to forward quality staff and care in the Philip health facilities. I also enjoyed getting to know Jeanne better during our brief time together in the Philip Health Services Auxiliary. She was a worker! God bless you at this time.
~ Jason, Vonda, Nick and Carson Hamill
Milesville, SD (10/12/2004)
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~ Rae Crowser
Casa Grande, AZ (10/12/2004)
We both worked with Jeanie when we lived in Philip, she was a wonderful person & will be missed!
~ Deborah & Davie Freitas
Laramie, Wyoming (10/12/2004)
John, Arnis and family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jeanne was such a fun loving person.
~ Don, Wanda, Alex and Riley Moses
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