Alvin Stanley Hunter
January 13th, 1947 – January 10th, 2026
Alvin Stanley Hunter aged 78 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away on Saturday, January 10th, 2026, with his loving wife of 40 years and family by his side.
Alvin was born and raised in Moose Jaw. He wore many hats throughout his lifetime, with multifaceted careers. In his early years he worked for Butz Moving and learned how to move buildings and structures of all shapes and sizes. He later became Hunter Building Movers. Alvin was very proud of his “moves” with long-time friend and co-worker Kenny, close family friend Chris, son Jeff, and many workers along the way. He cherished those times. Some of his memorable moves in his early years was the Steam Locomotive that still resides at the Western Development Museum, multiple buildings at the Sukanen Ship Museum, and many more throughout southern Saskatchewan. If you’ve taken a drive down a gravel road south of the Number One highway, you’ve likely driven past something that was moved by Alvin and his Mack trucks.
Alvin also worked at CP Rail as a brakeman in the running trades for a few years and he enjoyed the camaraderie of his fellow work mates and friends. In the 1980’s, Alvin joined the Construction and General Workers Union, working at different locations throughout the province. Some places included Kalium, Co-Op Upgrader, and Yara. He also took frequent pipelining jobs that kept him on the road making new friends and co-workers along the way. Darlene often joined him in his travels as they enjoyed “the road life together” in their fifth wheel camper. When working at a camp job it all came down to the camp cook. Alvin loved good food, and good food kept a working Alvin Hunter happy.
Being a union supporter, Alvin was known to help and encouraged many individuals to join the working trades. He never hesitated to help someone in need, or maybe down on their luck. Anytime he could lend a hand he would. He helped many individuals get back on their feet and we thank him for that. This may have included driving someone to “drop off their resume”, everyone having a job was something Alvin believed deeply in.
Outside of work the joy of Alvin’s life was spending as much time as possible with his grandchildren. They filled his days with so much happiness and love. He also loved his horses and being at the “ranch” or “ponderosa” as he would call it, feeding and caring for animals big and small. For a while he tried his hand at raising sheep – but as he put it, “there’s no money in sheep” and he reduced his numbers.
It wasn’t uncommon for Alvin to bring an animal in need home. There was always a crazy story that came with the cat or dog, and we always wondered how true they really were. His heart was big, and he always made room for one more.
Alvin rarely took a break from work, but when he did, he vacationed in Hawaii and Victoria, took the odd trip to go camping, and especially loved fishing in the Nipawin area. He loved his time outdoors and wasn’t much for sitting around.
Alvin was an avid hockey fan, having played in his younger years, up to the Old Timers League. He loved his Saskatchewan Roughriders and was very pleased that he saw them win the Grey Cup this year.
In his later years, with advanced dementia lingering, Alvin kept busy in his free time delivering eggs to friends and family, mostly for the social aspect. Alvin had the gift of gab and loved visiting with friends at the gym. By the time he finished talking – there was no time to work out, “well, I’ll try again tomorrow” he often said.
Alvin is survived by his devoted wife, Darlene; loving sister, Marjorie and her sons; children: Cherylyn, Jeffrey, Leanne, Kara (Rick), Amanda (Dean), and Angie (Carey); grandchildren AdamJames, Alyssa, Kiefer, McKenna, Emalee, Grayer, Brooke, Keira, and Jesse; and great-granddaughter, Avajane.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers and in honour of Alvin’s love of animals, donations to the Moose Jaw Humane Society in his name would be greatly appreciated.
“In life, we loved you dearly, in death we love you still.
In our hearts you hold a place, no one else ever will.”
– Author Unknown
Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Our condolences to the families.Our prayers are with you..
Murray and Margie Spearman
Thinking of you Darlene, Kara, Amanda and Angie- and the rest of your family during this difficult time. Alvin was a great guy that always had time for a chat and loved gushing over his kids and grandkids. He’ll be missed.
Our condolences go out to the family and the many friends.
May You find peace in this sad time.
Alvin and I go back to the 60’s.
Lots of good memories.
Our love Glen and Corinne
This man came into my life when I need someone the most. I owe everything I have and stand for today because of his giant heart. He seen something in me that I never did! We had to lie that he was my uncle to get me into the union. The years of working with him on the line and moving houses together. Memories I’ll never forget it shaped me into the man I am today for that I’m so grateful for Alvin and Darlene.
Deepest sympathy to Alvin’s family. My husband and I have known Alvin for years and he helped with raising our garage a few years ago. He was always good to chat with and had many memories to share. Kurt and Carol Klepsch
Our deepest condolences to all of you at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Our sincere condolences to Your entire Family. ❤️
Heartfelt condolences to Darlene and family.
Alvin was a brother to Kenny! They had many adventures together. Working together, fishing trips…
Alvin was very caring for Ken through his battle with cancer.
Thinking of you at this difficult time!
Sincerely, Myra Mackenzie
and Kens family
I’d like to express my deepest condolences to Cher, Jeffery and family during this difficult time.
Alvin was one hard working man I had worked with a short while at Ray Butz”s moving and on occasion when he had his own moving company. Sorry to hear of his passing Greg Nicholls
Condolences to the Hunter family ,,,He will always be missed and remembered..RIP my friend!
My condolences to all the family Alvin was his wonderful person will never forget what he did for us
The man always in sweats will be missed by so many in so many places. You were one of a kind.My sympathy to all family
Dear Darlene and Family,
I had the pleasure of meeting Alvin at Providence Place last year.
My husband Mike resides there and he and Alvin were childhood friends.
He was quite a character and told some great stories of times he and Mike shared. We enjoyed our visits with him very much.
With sincere sympathy.
Dear Darlene and family
May memories of your loved one-Alvin
Comfort you and may it help to know that caring thought are with you always.
Krista Olson