Demetrice Undrea Hunter
March 31, 1977 - September 20, 2025

Demetrice Undrea Hunter was born on March 31, 1977, to the late Thomas Hunter and Wyvonne Anthony Hunter. He entered this world as Christa’s little brother and grew into a loving big brother to Anthony and Theresa. As the son of an active-duty Air Force officer, Demetrice experienced life in several states during his formative years. The family eventually settled in Austin, Texas, where he attended Lyndon Baines Johnson (LBJ) High School and became a faithful member of Greater Union Missionary Baptist Church.

He went on to pursue higher education at Baylor University, where he joined Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and met the love of his life. Demetrice graduated with a degree in Business Administration and later married his college sweetheart. Two years after their union, their joy multiplied with the arrival of their daughter, Julia. Known fondly as "the baby holder," Demetrice embraced fatherhood with open arms, proudly spoiling Julia with every desire of his heart.

His faith remained central throughout his life. At Greater Union Missionary Baptist Church, he served faithfully—singing in the choir, assisting in the sound booth, and becoming an ordained deacon.

In later years, Demetrice and his family relocated to Gladewater, where they continued to be surrounded by family and friends. He attended Rising Star Church of God in Christ, where he supported the ministry wholeheartedly—whether serving on programs, honoring his signature warm hugs, or encouraging the youth’s endeavors, even as his health declined.

Through every challenge, Demetrice remained positive. He never complained. Instead, he honored his steady response, "I'm okay." He remained strong for the ones he loved until the very end, giving life his all.

An avid Philadelphia Eagles fan, Demetrice’s favorite expression was “Fly, Eagles, Fly.” On Saturday, September 20, 2025, he gained his wings and, like the eagles he so loved, soared high into the arms of Jesus.

Demetrice will be remembered as a kind and devoted husband and father whose answer was always “yes” to Visa and Julia. He was a loyal brother and steadfast friend. Those who knew him admired his quiet strength, his clean shoes and spotless car, and his love for gadgets and electronics. Children will remember “Buddy” or “Uncle D” as playful and silly—screaming louder than them during video games—and he passed on his humor, love of music, and wit to Julia. Through her, and in the hearts of those who loved him, his spirit will live on.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Wyvonne Hunter; grandparents, Edd Wade and Irene Anthony; uncle, Charles Anthony; aunt, Barbara Ingram; and cousins, Victor Anthony, Donald Kenney, Corey Ingram, and LaToya Anthony.

He leaves to cherish his memory: the love of his life, his wife, Sonya “Visa” Sutphen Hunter; his daughter, Julia Hunter; sisters, Christa (James) Fortune and Theresa Hunter; brother, Anthony Hunter; his father- and mother-in-law, Harry and Alethea Sutphen; nephews, Xavier Linton, Ahmad Perkins, Khayden Sutphen, Maxwell Hunter, Camden Sutphen, A’din Hunter, Harrison Hunter, and Carpenter Sutphen; nieces, Kyla Sutphen, Amari Perkins, Carrington Sutphen, Cori Sutphen, Chloe Sutphen, Savanna Hunter, and Camille Sutphen; his sisters- and brothers-in-law, Amanda (Elliott) Perkins, Travis (Sharilyn) Sutphen, and Justin (Kristi) Sutphen; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and friends.

Celebration Of Life:
Saturday, October 4, 2025
at 11:00AM

Greater Union Missionary Baptist Church
2939 Pecan Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78723