Tonia Jean Hunter, 73, Burlingame, died on November 29, 2018, at The University of Kansas, St. Francis Campus in Topeka.

Tonia was born on August 14, 1945, in Emporia, Kansas, to John William and Betty Jean Marsh Hunter.

Tonia graduated from Fort Hays State University and then with her masters from Emporia State University. She taught in several schools. She was a Math teacher and High School Guidance Counselor at Burlingame High School before her retirement.

Tonia was a member of the Federated Church of Burlingame and was currently Worthy Matron of the Fidelity Chapter #38 of the Eastern Star, in Carbondale. She was also a member of many other organizations.  Always a leader, these organizations have reaped the benefits of her talents and her willingness to serve. She will be greatly missed.

Tonia is survived by her mother, Betty Jean Hunter, Burlingame, many other relatives and friends.

Memorial Services will be 2:00 P.M., Thursday, December 6, 2019, at the Federated Church of Burlingame. The family will receive friends at 1:00 P.M until service time at the church. Inurnment will be in the Glendale Cemetery north of Burlington. Contributions can be made to the Federated Church, the Burlingame Library, or the Fidelity Chapter #38.