ROBERT HITTER

Robert (Bob) Walter Hitter Bob was born in Seattle, WA on May 8, 1934, and died on Jan. 26, 2011 in Gig Harbor, WA at the age of 76. Bob is survived by his wife Norma and his son Bryan, as well as several nieces and nephews. Bob graduated from Peninsula High School in 1952 and served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Gig Harbor Elks Lodge #2560, and at one time was an active member of the Seattle Hockey Booster Club. He was once President of the club. Bob retired from Western State Hospital in 1994 and during his vacation time he worked in the Blue Parking Lot at the Puyallup Fair for 28 years, and was foreman for the last several years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. and Mabel (Abbott) Hitter, and sister Gloria Palmer. Bob was an avid fan of all sports, especially hockey. He worked with the game crew of the Tacoma Sabercats, and escorted the team from the locker room to the ice. He and Norma also enjoyed traveling; the highlight was the Florida Keys on one of their two cross country trips. They also enjoyed several trips with Dan and Merle. The family is sincerely grateful to the Gig Harbor staff of St. Joseph Dialysis Center for their professional and compassionate care during his treatments. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PMEon Feb. 12, 2011 at Harbor Covenant Church, 5601 Gustafson Dr. NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Remembrances may be made to the Judie Stokke Colglazier Scholarship Fund c/o Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund, POEBox 283, Wauna, WA 98395, or Washington Elks Therapy for Children, Gig Harbor Elks Lodge #2560, PO Box 560, Gig Harbor, WA 98335