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James HITCHENS Obituary
He was born to Rachel and Hugh Hitchens Sr. on Aug. 18, 1942.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Hugh W. Hitchens Jr. and William E. Hitchens.
Jimmy was a candymaker for 42 years, working for Wythe Candy in Williamsburg. He was a member of the Williamsburg Exchange Club. In his youth he was involved with the Common Glory in Williamsburg. Jimmy was an avid reader and a great conversationalist. He served in the Army, and was stationed both in Vietnam and Italy.
Mr. Hitchens is survived by his sister, Mamie Ruth Hitchens Blanton and her husband, William; his sister-in-law, Cynthia Hitchens; two nieces, Virginia and her husband, Michael Stewart, and Paula Hitchens; one nephew, Hugh A. Hitchens and his wife, Sheila; a grandnephew, Alexander S. Hitchens; and a grandniece, Grace A. Hitchens.
The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Jan. 15, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg. A graveside service will follow at 1 p.m. at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Williamsburg.
Memorial contributions may be made in Jimmy's name to the Williamsburg Volunteer Fire Department, 440 North Boundary St., Williamsburg, VA 23185. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for James HITCHENS
Richard Bland
February 3, 2010
Dear Mamie Ruth,
Katie and I also just learned of Jimmy's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan(ny) Bland
February 2, 2010
Dearest Mamie Ruth,
Eddie just called to tell Dee and I of Jimmy's passing. We are so very sad and want you to know that though we have not seen each other very often in recent years, you and all of our Williamsburg family have never been far from our hearts. God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Karen Dutton
January 16, 2010
Dear Mamie Ruth:
You have my sincere sympathy on the loss of your Brother. I will be praying for you during this difficult time. God Bless.
Love,
Bill Landon
January 16, 2010
Mamie Ruth - So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I, too, recall the great times we had in our youth. I particularly recall the Saturday nights, when the guys (Ollie, Richard, "Bag", Frank Junior, Brantley, etc.) would meet at Jimmy's house on Henry Street to watch the midnight "Shock Theater" TV thriller. When the rest of us arrive in the great hereafter, I'm confident that Jimmy will again be the great host I so fondly recall.
January 14, 2010
Dear Mamie Ruth,
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you! Jimmy was in my class at James Blair. We will miss him. God bless you during this difficult time.
Peggy Anderson Lupini - Richmond, VA
Paul Low
January 14, 2010
Dear Mamie Ruth,
Sorry to learn of your loss. I have found memories of those days gone by - days of both James Blair and The Common Glory. May the Good Lord comfort you and give you peace, in the sure and certain knowledge that we will meet again.
Jimmy Nightengale
January 13, 2010
Mamie, I was saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. I often think back to the days of our youth in Williamsburg with the fondest of memories. I pray that our Lord will comfort you during this time of trial. May He go with you during all the days of your life. Keep the faith and keep in touch.
Judy Nightengale Fuqua
January 13, 2010
Dear Mamie Ruth,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Jimmy was a very nice gentleman. We will all miss him.
Love,
Judy
Stephanie Stoutingberg
January 13, 2010
To the Hitchens Family- May the sweet memories of your loved one help to ease the pain of his loss. Be strong and remember that you will see him again. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Your Friends at The Safe Place Mini Storage
Bev Hall
January 13, 2010
Mamie Ruth:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and everyone. Although words seem to say so little at time like this I know time is all that will take away the pain. Hold fast to your memories of the past, the laugher, the joy and the celebrations, the sorrow and the the tears that you shared and spent together. The special moments and memories in your life will never chnage. They will always be in your heart today and forever.
I can see him in the kitchen at Wythe making fudge right now and of course go out for a smoke.
Take care one day at a time.
Beverly Hall
Dianne Malechek-Webb
January 13, 2010
Mamie-Ruth,
I am sorry to learn about the loss of your brother. Let the good memories carry you through this difficult time.My prayers are with you.
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