Dan was a true ambassador of our industry centered on the automotive aftermarket. He was always willing to lend an ear, give advice and most importantly support our mutual customers. My condolences to his family. It was also a loss for all the customers, co-workers and industry friends he leaves behind.
Daniel Lee Hunstiger
May 9, 1944 – July 23, 2025
Daniel Lee Hunstiger passed away on July 23, 2025, at the age of 81, in his hometown of St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Dan was born on May 9, 1944. He was the eldest child of Ralph and Bonita Hunstiger. Dan was the self proclaimed favorite of their six children. He was their pride and joy. Exceptional from the beginning, as a boy Dan was honored to be the youngest Eagle Scout in the United States of America.
Dan was a world class salesman with over 60 years in the tire repair industry. He was Vice President of Sales and Management for Tech International, Truflex-Pang, and Rema Tip Top. While Dan was very successful in his career, he was much more than that.
Head of the ‘Ol Buck Hunters Association; championship canoe paddler; navigator of more than 60 permitted trips in the Grand Canyon, and countless other adventures around the world. Dan was a poet, a biker, Captain of his boat The Mystic, an extraordinary marksman, purveyor of authentic Navajo rugs and Native American Jewelry. He was a rebel with many causes and unafraid of going against the grain. Dan was a true original – stylish and unique. He was wildly intelligent and always the most interesting person in the room. Dan was well traveled and had exquisite taste. He wouldn’t pass up a French pastry or a fine glass of champagne.
In truth he wasn’t ready to say goodbye. He had many more adventures in him. He had places to go, music to listen to, books to read, poems to write, hugs to give, and laughs to share. Alas, as Dan himself would say… “And so it goes.” Forever after and always he will be missed by those who appreciated his wit, charm, and unparalleled conversations.
Dan is survived by: His wife, Gloria Pasion. His children: LeeAnne Lipson (CA); Jeffrey Mueller (AL); Jason Hunstiger (MN); Lisa Hartley (Nick) (TN). Grandchildren: Jordan, Jacob, Seth, Noa, Jones, Tanner, and Isla Blue. Siblings: Joel Hunstiger (Kathy); Lynn Seethaler (Mike); Kurt Hunstiger (Ruth); Kent Hunstiger (Lori).
Dan was preceded in death by: Ralph D. Hunstiger (Father); Bonita Hunstiger (Mother); Jeffrey Hunstiger (Brother).
Services will be private.
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I lost a dear friend that I grew up with. Dan lived across the street from us in St. Cloud and became instant friends when we moved to the area in 1953. We spent alot of time together in the neighborhood. Although Dan started at Catheral he ended up at Tech and we graduated together. Donna and I were the attendants at his wedding when he married Pam. Lost touch for a number of years after both of us moved from St. Cloud. We connected again at the Embers band reunion in the 90’s and then again our Tech class reunion in 2012. So sad to see that Dan passed. Donna and I send our prayers to his family and his siblings. Rest in peace old friend.
I new Dan for about 50 years when we were a lot younger. Any time I had questions he was happy to help. Over the years I have moved on and so had he. But we talked through all the changes. He will be missed and I will miss him. Prays to all.
Dan always had quite the extraordinary stories to tell to all of us in the industry. He was a great help when we would have our golf tournaments and would bring his camera and take pictures for us. We spoke about his travels and about photography. He had this Devine knowledge and professional expertise that one could only wish for. He will be missed by all in the tore industry.
My condolences to Dan’s family. Dan was extremely knowledgeable within our industry and was also a lot of fun to be around. We had a lot of laughs in the field. I;m sure he will provide even more laughs in his new chapter.
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