New Orleans Celebration: Mary Emeny and her daughter Alicia Pittard lead a New Orleans-style jazz funeral celebration parade in memory of Hunter Ingalls at his memorial service Saturday at Sunset Center. 

Saying Goodbye

Friends, family gather to honor Amarillo art icon

Editor's note: Hunter Ingalls, poet, teacher, artist and art critic, died last week. A memorial celebration of his life drew a large crowd to Sunset Center on Saturday. He is survived by Mary Emeny, his wife, and three children: Alicia Pittard of New York City and sons George and Timothy. He is also survivied by a sister, Susan Ingalls.

All About Hunter: Above, a large group pays respects to Hunter Ingalls at Sunset Center. 

Good memories: A table displays memories of Hunter Ingalls, including his trademark hat and his notebook journals.

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Posted: June 5, 2008