Meet Dr. Hunt

Dr. Patrick Hunt grew up in North Carolina where his mother’s family had lived for over 250 years. She was a school teacher who loved to tell stories. In contrast, his father was second-generation Irish from New York; he was a purple-heart veteran of World War II. Dr. Patrick Hunt’s family owned a farm which was only 2 miles from his grandparents’ farm. The farms had animals, fields, and woodlands along with springs, streams, and ponds. It was there that he, his sisters, and many relatives played and worked. It was from his family and their Presbyterian Church that his character, imagination, and dreams were formed. The community of his childhood was also the community of his wife. They have been soulmates on this journey of life for over 50 years.

Dr. Hunt started his education with a bachelor’s degree from Clemson University. He then received his PhD from the University of Florida. After receiving his PhD, he served a tour in the U.S. Army. He achieved the rank of Captain prior to his discharge. He holds in highest regard the men and women with whom he served.

He has a great love for research and development. He retired after a distinguished forty-year career as an agricultural scientist. There he published more than 150 peer-reviewed scientific papers. He is a Fellow of four scientific societies.

Throughout his career his wife and family were always a priority. He and his wife were involved in their children’s activities, dreams, and character development. They are similarly involved in the lives of their grandchildren.

Dr. Hunt is now involved in the exhortation and encouragement of both children and adults. He writes and speaks to encourage everyone to cherish life and live nobly. He hopes that his books will be both comforting and inspirational.