Hunt, who was lively and popular character, spent two years at Molineux between 1965 and 1967 and made a significant contribution during his time in gold and black.
His 20 goals during 1966/67 was a club high and helped Wolves earn promotion to the top flight.
A USA International Tournament title in 1967 was also part of his honours list, before Hunt was sold to Everton for £80,000 in September 1967.
During his time at Molineux Hunt made a total of 82 appearances, scoring 35 goals.
Hunt is also well known for spells with Swindon Town and Coventry City, and represented England at Under-23 level during the 1960s.
The thoughts of everyone at Wolves are with Ernie’s friends and family.