Hunter D. Hendricks, 59, of Emmaus, died Feb. 16, 2021 in his home surrounded by his family.  He was the husband of RuthAnn (Erb) Hendricks.  Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late David O. and Sally A. (Bruder) Hendricks.  Beginning at the age of 9, Hunter was active in the family business, Hendricks and Sons Auto Center, Emmaus.  He was a hard-working and caring man that provided selflessly for his family.  Putting other's needs above his own defined him.  A lover of the outdoors, he was an avid hunter, fisherman, member of the NRA, and enjoyed trap shooting with his father.  Above all, he cherished his time spent with his wife, children, and grandchildren.  Some of the best times were spent at Ocean City, Maryland bayside fishing on his boat with the family.  Recently, he enjoyed time spent at the cabin located in Towamensing Trails.  He was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, Emmaus.

Hunter is survived by his wife of 40 years, RuthAnn; daughters, Tasha Hendricks-Tarbox of Emmaus and Zarah Ann Hendricks of Emmaus; son, Shane Hunter Hendricks of Macungie; brother, Daniel D. Hendricks of Emmaus; sisters, Robin L. wife of Kevin Balliet of Emmaus and Kelly K. wife of William Pearsall of Emmaus; grandchildren, Haven, Autumn, Colt, Nathan, Peyton, and Rowan.

Services will be private.  Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Ann's Catholic Church, 415 S. 6 ^th St., Emmaus, PA 18049 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St . Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.