North Carolina Honors Former Governor Jim Hunt with Public Condolence Book
In a gesture of public mourning and remembrance, a Book of Condolences has been placed at the North Carolina State Capitol for citizens to express their sympathies following the passing of former Governor Jim Hunt. This initiative, spearheaded by Governor Josh Stein, offers a way for the public to pay tribute to a leader who significantly influenced the state.
The condolence book is prominently stationed at the base of the George Washington statue in the Capitol Rotunda. North Carolinians are encouraged to visit and convey their personal messages to Governor Hunt’s family until Friday, January 2, 2026.
Governor Stein has committed to personally delivering this collection of public sentiments to the Hunt family, symbolizing the collective respect and gratitude of North Carolina’s residents.
Governor Stein reflected on Governor Hunt’s legacy, stating, “I can think of no one who shaped North Carolina’s recent successes as much as Governor Jim Hunt. Governor for 16 years, he was a visionary who founded Smart Start, raised teacher pay, protected air quality, and created the NC Biotech Center. On a personal level, he was a mentor and dear friend. Anna and I are keeping Carolyn, Rachel, and the entire Hunt family in our thoughts and prayers. May Governor Hunt’s memory be a blessing. He certainly was for North Carolina.”
The State Capitol, located at 1 East Edenton Street in Raleigh, is managed by the Division of State Historic Sites under the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. Visitors can access the Capitol from Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding state holidays on December 24, 25, 26, and January 1.
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