Hunter Kristian Sondberg
June 24, 1986 – August 8, 2020

Hunter Kristian Sondberg, 34, of Sunderland passed away August 8, 2020. He was born June 24, 1986 in Middleburg Heights, OH to Jan Lyn and Michael Chris Sondberg. Hunter grew up in Calvert County and graduated from Northern High School in 2004. He married Kelli Seger on August 14, 2010. Hunter was employed as a 3-3 Utility Technician with WSSC and was extremely proud of his job. Hunter was a hardworking, dedicated employee who worked more overtime in 2019 than anyone else in the company. He was a loyal friend and has had the same group of close friends for most of his life and loved spending time with them. Hunter was also a Christmas enthusiast and won the Brightest Beacon on the Bay 3 years in row. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, crabbing, boating, dancing, and family vacations to the beach. Family was everything to Hunter, nothing made him happier than being a father to his three children. He loved them more than anything and was proud to be their Dad. He was a very loyal and loving brother and brother-in-law and was well loved by his cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was a great father and husband, and will be remembered as a hardworking, go-getter who never complained and always took care of his family first.
Hunter is survived by his loving wife of 10 years Kelli Marie Sondberg, children Zoë Marie, Kristian Brady, and Jaxon Robert Sondberg, parents Michael and Jan Sondberg, sister Jennafer Alyse Sondberg and brother Tyler Michael Sondberg and his fiancé Jill Parisi. He is also survived by his grandparents Chris O’Leary Sondberg, Rosalie King, and Jonell Urbaniak, mother and father-in-law Sharon and Ronald Seger, sisters-in-law Erin McDermott, Brittani Seger, and Kaitlyn Seger, and nieces and nephews Taylor York, Cyara McDermott, Baylee McDermott, Talon McColgan, and Rae Arnold. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Billie Sondberg and grandfather C. Joseph Urbaniak.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund for Hunter’s children has been set up at Bank of America in Dunkirk. Please make payments payable to Sondberg and include Children in the memo.
Visitation
Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church
1601 W Mt Harmony Road
Owings, MD 20736
Services
- Mass of Christian Burial
Friday, August 14, 2020
12:30 PM
Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church
1601 W Mt Harmony Road
Owings, MD 20736
Contributions
Memorial Fund for Hunter’s Children
Payments made to Sondberg
Memo: Children
Bank of America
2995 Plaza Drive
Dunkirk, MD 20754
410-286-5395
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Jeff and I are very saddened by the passing of Hunter. I will always remember him as a confident and caring person. When I talked with him he was so respectful and truly cared about what I had to say. His smile could light up a room. Hugs and prayers to his family and friends.
Frances and Jeffrey Hammersla
I am at a loss for words. Know that this community will rally around you and support you and your family it any way possible. I never met Hunter but knowing Kelli and the Seeger family, I am sure he was the incredible person that they all say he was. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Robisons: Diane, Jimmy, Lauren and Ryan
I am a dear friend to Hunter’s aunt Kathleen Cooke. To all the family members of Hunter my heart aches for you. I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family at this period of grief. May God give you strength, perseverance and courage to come together to support one another during this difficult time.
My Deepest Sympathy
Dear Jan and Michael , Deeply sorry to hear about Hunter’s passing. Nothing in life prepares us to bury our own children. It is the worst thing that can befall a couple. My prayers are with you as you experience his absence. Currently I am on the coast of Maine with my family.Peace,
Jan and Mike I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Hunter’s passing. I never met your kids but have loved following all of you through facebook, which has allowed us to share in all your love and laughter over these years with your beautiful family. Sending healing prayers and many hugs. Love to you and your family.
xoxo
Carol MacKinnon Fletcher
Kelli, we are at a loss of words after hearing of Hunter’s passing. What a bright smile and hilariously fun time he brought to every get together. He will be deeply missed by all. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!
Love,
The Coppola Family
Matt, Lisa, Gavin & Vienna
There are simply no words… My heart hurts so much for Kelli, his children, all of Hunter’s family and all who knew and loved him. He will be truly missed but always live forever in the hearts of all that knew him. May all those wonderful memories stay fresh in your mind.
On behalf of the Kaine family, we extend our most sincere condolences to the entire Sondberg and Seger families. We will continue to pray for your comfort during this extremely difficult time.
Brooke, Erika & Mallory
Jan and Michael: We are so sorry for your loss of Hunter. We know how much you love your family and the loss of a loving son is devastating. Our hearts and prayers go out to you both and to Kelli and the entire family. Please know that there are many who love you and share in your grief.
I was so saddened by the news of Hunter’s passing. I taught Hunter (physical education) when he was in 5th grade the year Windy Hill opened. After teaching for 41 years, I remember many students and I forget many. When I heard the news, his face flashed before me. He was one of “the good ones” – sweet, respectful, well liked. It appears he carried on his wonderful attributes throughout his life. My heart breaks for his parents, his wife and children. Rest In Peace, Hunter. May Peace be with your family.
Dear Mike and Jan: My sincere condolences to you and family. My heart was so broken of the loss of Hunter. He sure was a terrific guy both kind and personable. You will be in my prayers that God gives you the strength to walk forward with His help along the way. Love you both. Kathy Westfall.
When I read the news I was so heartbroken especially for the family and the beautiful children. I met Hunter on V-tech bus and he use to call me T-Dawg. He truly was a special person I knew from 2004. I will be thinking of and praying for your family.
T-Dawg – McGuire
Jan, Mike and family,
John and I are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. Please know your family is in our prayers and thoughts during this extremely difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know. May God’s abundant love and grace fill your hearts with some comfort and peace.
Our love and hugs,
Mary and John Otranto and family
I was best friends with Jennafer in high school. Hunter was the little brother that we liked to have tag along. Funny, clever, witty, and smart- Hunter knew how to make you laugh. And not just any laugh but a deep, guttural laugh. The Ugly Laugh. I remember thinking, “this kid is way cooler than we are.” He always was and always will be.
Jan and Michael, please accept our most sincere condolences for the loss of your son. Carrol and I cannot imagine the sadness you must feeling. Just know that you have friends who are here for you and who love you. We will keep you, Kelli and the entire family in our thoughts and pray for the Lord will give you strength in this time of grief.
Mike, Jan and family,
We remember Hunter on his wedding day – he was full of happiness and life and couldn’t wait to start his future with Kelli. We laughed and danced and chatted. We knew from that day and our conversations what a compassionate, kind and loving person he was.
May God give you comfort and strength in your time of grief. May you find solace in the memories you shared, the love in your heart and may Hunter Rest In Peace.
Always in our hearts… Gina and Kevin
Dear Kelli and children and Mike and Jan and family
We have no words. Our hearts are breaking for you; We are so deeply saddened by the passing of Hunter. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. Hugs,
Carlton & Theresa Leslie
My sincere condolences to you Kelli, Mike and Jan, and to your entire family. Hunter has a sweet soul with a fun loving spirit. His bright smile and a good heart made all who knew him fall in love with him. I hope it brings you comfort knowing he is in Heaven now at peace. He would not want his family to suffer and be sad forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Love, Monica
I remember Jan talking about Hunter as we did all our kids in our Bible study at JGS. My kids went to school with him and all of them have their own families, kids, jobs, and so on now. It’s impossible to express my sadness over this news. Although our hope is the same hope we’ve always held that we’ll meet again in Heaven, it’s still very hard. The Vogt family extends our deepest most heartfelt condolences to the many, many friends and family he’s left behind.
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the entire Sondberg family. Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am by the loss of such a great man, father, and husband. Hunter was one of a kind and I will forever be indebted to him for what he did for my family. If I could just be half the man that he was There is no doubt that life would be that much better for myself and everyone around me. I am more than proud to say that I crossed paths with such a man. He will never be forgotten.
Brad McDermott
Mike, Jan, Jennafer, and Kelli,
We are so sad. The world was a better place with him. I have so many fond memories with him in you basement hanging out celebrating Christmas back in the day. God bring him peace and eternal rest.
Bob and Jenn Colosi
Jan & Mike,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Hunter was a sweet kid and after reading the many tributes it seems as though he also became a wonderful man. Our hearts instantly broke when reading of this terrible tragedy & our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Many years have passed since the red Raiders baseball team but your family & find memories have always remained in our thoughts.
Prayers & love to you all.
Buddy & Christy Foster
Mike ,Jan & Family,
I can’t even imagine the hurt your hearts are feeling !
Hunter and all of y’all are in our Prayers !
That picture you have have up is perfect, that’s exactly how in my mind I envision him and will remember him!
PEACE, LOVE & GOD BLESS !
Nick & Veronica Colesanti
If y’all need to get away our home is open to you , always ✌????
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Mike , Jan and family. So sorry to hear about Hunter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat, Johanna, Sean, Ryan and Tara O’Neill
Kelli, when I read the news I was so heartbroken for you and your beautiful children. I will be thinking of and praying for you. With love to you and hugs to the children. Connie S O’Dell
Dear Michael and Jan, I am so very sorry to hear of your sons passing. I will be thinking of you and his family and praying for Gods comfort in your most difficult time.
Mary Smith
Jeff and I are very saddened by the passing of Hunter. I will always remember him as a confident and caring person. When I talked with him he was so respectful and truly cared about what I had to say. His smile could light up a room. Hugs and prayers to his family and friends.
Frances and Jeffrey Hammersla
I am at a loss for words. Know that this community will rally around you and support you and your family it any way possible. I never met Hunter but knowing Kelli and the Seeger family, I am sure he was the incredible person that they all say he was. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Robisons: Diane, Jimmy, Lauren and Ryan
I am a dear friend to Hunter’s aunt Kathleen Cooke. To all the family members of Hunter my heart aches for you. I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family at this period of grief. May God give you strength, perseverance and courage to come together to support one another during this difficult time.
My Deepest Sympathy
Dear Jan and Michael , Deeply sorry to hear about Hunter’s passing. Nothing in life prepares us to bury our own children. It is the worst thing that can befall a couple. My prayers are with you as you experience his absence. Currently I am on the coast of Maine with my family.Peace,
Kelli please know I will be here for you in the coming weeks, months, and years ahead. My heart aches for you. Hunter is so loved, you are so loved. My heart is with you now and always.
Love,
Claire
Kellie & Family
I’m so lost for words I’m praying for you and the family and friends.
We all love you so much. Love Patty Rice & Family
Kelli, you and your children have been on my mind constantly. I know how special Hunter was to you and your family, and Justin and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts, always.
Love, Emily
Jan and Mike I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Hunter’s passing. I never met your kids but have loved following all of you through facebook, which has allowed us to share in all your love and laughter over these years with your beautiful family. Sending healing prayers and many hugs. Love to you and your family.
xoxo
Carol MacKinnon Fletcher
Dear Jan, Michael and family, we are so sorry to hear about your lose. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, Deacon Chad and Bobbie Martin
Dear Jan and Mike Please accept my deepest sympathy on Hunter’s passing. You and all of your family are in my prayers. Theresa David
Dear Jan and Mike
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Hunter. Prayers are with you and your family.
Kelli, we are at a loss of words after hearing of Hunter’s passing. What a bright smile and hilariously fun time he brought to every get together. He will be deeply missed by all. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!
Love,
The Coppola Family
Matt, Lisa, Gavin & Vienna
There are simply no words… My heart hurts so much for Kelli, his children, all of Hunter’s family and all who knew and loved him. He will be truly missed but always live forever in the hearts of all that knew him. May all those wonderful memories stay fresh in your mind.
On behalf of the Kaine family, we extend our most sincere condolences to the entire Sondberg and Seger families. We will continue to pray for your comfort during this extremely difficult time.
Brooke, Erika & Mallory
Kevin and I send our love and prayers to you Kellie and your precious family.
Kevin and Lynda McDermott
Jan and Michael: We are so sorry for your loss of Hunter. We know how much you love your family and the loss of a loving son is devastating. Our hearts and prayers go out to you both and to Kelli and the entire family. Please know that there are many who love you and share in your grief.
I was so saddened by the news of Hunter’s passing. I taught Hunter (physical education) when he was in 5th grade the year Windy Hill opened. After teaching for 41 years, I remember many students and I forget many. When I heard the news, his face flashed before me. He was one of “the good ones” – sweet, respectful, well liked. It appears he carried on his wonderful attributes throughout his life. My heart breaks for his parents, his wife and children. Rest In Peace, Hunter. May Peace be with your family.
Dear Mike and Jan: My sincere condolences to you and family. My heart was so broken of the loss of Hunter. He sure was a terrific guy both kind and personable. You will be in my prayers that God gives you the strength to walk forward with His help along the way. Love you both. Kathy Westfall.
We are sending you all of our love. We were so very sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in our thoughts.
Did not know Hunter but my grandson worked with him at WSSC. Heard some very good things about Hunter. I also worked at WSSC. Gone too soon. God be with you and family.
Mike & Jan, Jennifer & Tyler,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. As such a loving, close family I can’t even begin to imagine what your going through. I am praying for you Hunter & his wife & children.
Kelli,
Our hearts are heavy and saddened for you and your beautiful children on the passing of Hunter. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, the Sondberg and Seger families.
My sincere condolences on the loss of your son, Hunter. You have my prayers and deepest sympathy. May the Lord give you strength and peace during this most difficult time.
Kelli,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers, and I pray that your heart will eventually find peace.
When I read the news I was so heartbroken especially for the family and the beautiful children. I met Hunter on V-tech bus and he use to call me T-Dawg. He truly was a special person I knew from 2004. I will be thinking of and praying for your family.
T-Dawg – McGuire
Jan, Mike and family,
John and I are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. Please know your family is in our prayers and thoughts during this extremely difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know. May God’s abundant love and grace fill your hearts with some comfort and peace.
Our love and hugs,
Mary and John Otranto and family
Jan & Michael there are no words to express how sorry I am to hear about the loss of your sweet Hunter. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Michael and family.
I was best friends with Jennafer in high school. Hunter was the little brother that we liked to have tag along. Funny, clever, witty, and smart- Hunter knew how to make you laugh. And not just any laugh but a deep, guttural laugh. The Ugly Laugh. I remember thinking, “this kid is way cooler than we are.” He always was and always will be.
Jan and Michael, please accept our most sincere condolences for the loss of your son. Carrol and I cannot imagine the sadness you must feeling. Just know that you have friends who are here for you and who love you. We will keep you, Kelli and the entire family in our thoughts and pray for the Lord will give you strength in this time of grief.
Michael, Jan & family — So sorry to hear of your loss. Words cannot express our sorrow at hearing the news of Hunter’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you on this sad day. With our deepest condolences.
Kelli and family, please accept our deepest condolences. We pray for your strength to continue on. Please let us know if you need anything, we are just across the driveway.
Mike, Jan and family,
We remember Hunter on his wedding day – he was full of happiness and life and couldn’t wait to start his future with Kelli. We laughed and danced and chatted. We knew from that day and our conversations what a compassionate, kind and loving person he was.
May God give you comfort and strength in your time of grief. May you find solace in the memories you shared, the love in your heart and may Hunter Rest In Peace.
Always in our hearts… Gina and Kevin
Dear Kelli and children and Mike and Jan and family
We have no words. Our hearts are breaking for you; We are so deeply saddened by the passing of Hunter. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. Hugs,
Carlton & Theresa Leslie
Dear Mike, Jan and family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son Hunter. We’ll keep you guy’s in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Jamie & Linda
My sincere condolences to you Kelli, Mike and Jan, and to your entire family. Hunter has a sweet soul with a fun loving spirit. His bright smile and a good heart made all who knew him fall in love with him. I hope it brings you comfort knowing he is in Heaven now at peace. He would not want his family to suffer and be sad forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Love, Monica
Dear Jan, Mike and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Hunter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michele and Jack Harrison
I remember Jan talking about Hunter as we did all our kids in our Bible study at JGS. My kids went to school with him and all of them have their own families, kids, jobs, and so on now. It’s impossible to express my sadness over this news. Although our hope is the same hope we’ve always held that we’ll meet again in Heaven, it’s still very hard. The Vogt family extends our deepest most heartfelt condolences to the many, many friends and family he’s left behind.
Michael, Jan and Family, Arlene and I are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family.
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the entire Sondberg family. Words cannot express how deeply saddened I am by the loss of such a great man, father, and husband. Hunter was one of a kind and I will forever be indebted to him for what he did for my family. If I could just be half the man that he was There is no doubt that life would be that much better for myself and everyone around me. I am more than proud to say that I crossed paths with such a man. He will never be forgotten.
Brad McDermott
I am so sorry to hear of your son, husband and fathers passing. I cannot imagine what you all are going through. I just want you all to know that everyone of us at Capitol are thinking and praying for you all.
To all the Family,
May God be your tender comfort and bring peace and strength in the days ahead.
With prayers and sympathy, JoAnne Alu
Mike and Jan,
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your and your family.
Chip Perdue and Rose Baldwin
Kelli,
My heart is hurting for you and those beautiful babies!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I can be of any help to you please don’t hesitate to ask. I will be praying for you all!
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike, Jan, Jennafer, and Kelli,
We are so sad. The world was a better place with him. I have so many fond memories with him in you basement hanging out celebrating Christmas back in the day. God bring him peace and eternal rest.
Bob and Jenn Colosi
Jan & Mike,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Hunter was a sweet kid and after reading the many tributes it seems as though he also became a wonderful man. Our hearts instantly broke when reading of this terrible tragedy & our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Many years have passed since the red Raiders baseball team but your family & find memories have always remained in our thoughts.
Prayers & love to you all.
Buddy & Christy Foster
Mike ,Jan & Family,
I can’t even imagine the hurt your hearts are feeling !
Hunter and all of y’all are in our Prayers !
That picture you have have up is perfect, that’s exactly how in my mind I envision him and will remember him!
PEACE, LOVE & GOD BLESS !
Nick & Veronica Colesanti
If y’all need to get away our home is open to you , always ✌????