Friends and family of former Gov. Jim Hunt paid respects at a funeral service on Friday.
Hunt was first elected governor in 1977 and served eight years. He was then elected governor again in 1993 and served another eight years.
The funeral service was held at First Presbyterian Church.
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Friends and political figures from around the state line up to pay respects at the funeral of Governor Jim Hunt in Wilson, NC.
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Friends and political figures from around the state line up to pay respects at the funeral of Governor Jim Hunt in Wilson, NC.
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First Presbyterian Church of Wilson where Governor Jim Hunt's funeral was held on Friday December 26, 2025.
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First Presbyterian Church of Wilson where Governor Jim Hunt's funeral was held on Friday December 26, 2025.
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Local and state law enforcement set up to work the funeral of Governor Jim Hunt in Wilson, NC.
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NC Highway 264 named after Governor Jim Hunt
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