J. ARDEN HUNTER September 8, 1942-January 25, 2014 After a lifetime of hard work and dedication to agriculture, John Arden Hunter entered into eternal rest at the Perth site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital on Saturday, January 25, 2014. Cherished son of the late Gordon Condie Hunter (1919-1983) and his wife, Gertrude Mae (née Rice) Hunter (1919-2011). Devoted brother of Perry G. Hunter and eldest nephew of Lois Hunter, both of Smiths Falls. Fondly remembered by several cousins and their families, extended family members, and friends. Predeceased by his grandparents Alex and Mae (née Armstrong) Rice and John and Effie (née Condie) Hunter, several aunts and uncles including Lavurn and Loreen Hawley, John K. and Margaret Hunter, and Donald Hunter who all resided in the Smiths Falls area. Being involved actively in 4-H during his younger years, Arden went on to serve the agricultural community as a Dairy Herd Improvement supervisor throughout Lanark, Leeds, and Grenville counties for many years. He was well-respected by his clients and, in turn, he was welcomed into their homes which resulted in lifelong friendships. Upon his retirement, Arden was extremely proud of the award presented to him by the agricultural community recognizing his commitment, tireless work, and unequivocal support for his clients. In retirement, Arden never slowed down and he continued the "Hunter" tradition of raising purebred Holsteins, Suffolk sheep, and Charolais cattle on the family farm within South Elmsley Township. Following in his father's footsteps, Arden was a member of the Holstein Association of Canada for more than 40 years. He took pride in the simple pleasures of life such as a bountiful crop, a sunny day, good home cooking, and a short winter. Special thanks goes to Dr. McLean and the dedicated staff at Lanark Lodge in Perth for the excellent care and compassion shown to Arden while his health was declining. Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects at the Blair and Son Funeral Home, 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Monday, February 10, 2014 from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. or on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 from noon until the time of the service in the Blair and Son Chapel at 2 p.m. Following the "Celebration of Life" service, Arden will be laid to rest alongside his mother and father in the family plot at Maple Vale Cemetery. In memory of Arden, contributions to the Maple Vale Cemetery Association or the Ottawa Heart Institute would be gratefully acknowledged. "When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure."