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Ann Hitt Obituary
Charleston
Ann Leonard Hitt, 97, of Charleston, South Carolina, widow of Robert M. "Red" Hitt, Jr., entered into eternal rest Friday, July 31, 2015. Her funeral service will be held Monday, August 3, 2015, in St. Philip's Church, 142 Church Street, Charleston, at 11:00 a.m. Interment, St. Philip's Churchyard, Charleston, SC. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL, Charleston, SC.
Ann was born September 7, 1917 in Charleston, South Carolina, daughter of the late John Thomas Leonard, Jr. and the late Clara Pringle Leonard. She was a member of St. Philip's Church and attended Brenau University.
She is survived by three daughters: Joan H. Algar (John) of Mount Pleasant, SC, Dianne H. Moore of Chester, SC and Nancy H. Miller of Mt. Pleasant, SC; two sons, Robert M. "Bobby" Hitt, III (Gwen) of Columbia, SC and John T. L. "Jack" Hitt (Lisa) of New Haven, CT; twelve grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Florence Crittenton Program of SC, 19 St. Margaret Street, Charleston, SC 29403.
A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.
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Judy Rhodes
August 11, 2015
Dear Joannie, Dianne, Nancy, Bobby and Jack...I remember the house on Queen St with Ann and Red, the Smithys, Hewitts and Momma and Daddy...a long time ago...I also remember Momma visiting me here in New York when Red was stricken ill and her rushing back to Charleston to be with Ann. Also Ann plus some from the younger generation coming to momma's funeral a week before 9/11 which i greatly appreciated...many memories...My best to you all, Judy
S. Wasjington
August 3, 2015
Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time of sorrow.
August 3, 2015
Sympathy and comfort to the family,
May your hearts heal.
"while YOU throw all your anxiety upon him, because he cares for YOU."
Elizabeth
Andrena Powell-Baker
August 3, 2015
Bobby,
On behalf of the Union County Development Board, I wish to offer condolences on the passing of your mother. We are deeply saddened but after reading the obituary, I know that you and your family were so blessed to have this wonderful woman in your lives. Her rich history and southern class was obvious. Our prayers are with you today.
Regards,
Andrena Powell-Baker
Dawn Dawson-House
August 3, 2015
My condolences to the Hitt Family. May fond memories of Ann Leonard Hitt sustain you through this difficult time.
August 2, 2015
Ann Hitt was my favorite grand dame of Charleston, famous in our family for her hospitality and her stories. I loved to sit next to her at any event. Where do you live, dear, she would say and off we'd go. Perhaps my favorite Ann Story is not from her but about her. During hurricane Hugo, Anne's family was concerned about her staying in her little house in Charleston. If the worst happened, what would she do for meals? Not to worry, she assured them: I have my chafing dish.
To her family, our hearts are with you at this time, but life won't be as smooth for any of us without the Ann stories.
Judy and Bruce Algar
Irene Holland
August 2, 2015
So sorry, Bobby, to learn of your mother's passing. Prayers and condolences to you and your family.
Ann Cannon
August 2, 2015
Aunt Ann lived a long life and was a good mother to all her children. She had a lot of responsibility due to the fact she was a young widow when Uncle Red died so suddenly.
August 2, 2015
Always remember it was going to be an especially fun afternoon/evening when the hitts came over to the "barn" on sullivan's island where we stayed. mother was so fond of both ann and red.much love to all your delightful family, frances hanahan
Tom Thrailkill
August 2, 2015
Fond remembrances for a wonderful aunt and the last member of our parents generation.
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