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Kathleen Hitt Obituary

Kathleen P. Hitt BOISE, Idaho - Kathleen P. Hitt, 80, passed away Oct. 26, 2010. She was born in Winston-Salem, N.C., to Thomas H. and Elma S. Poore March 31, 1930. She attended Radford College and The College of William and Mary, graduating with a degree in education. She taught school for 24 years in the Upper St. Clair School District outside of Pittsburgh. She met James G. "Jimmie" Hitt in Norfolk while he was on a survey crew and she was "in the way" of his line. They were married for 40 years before he passed away in 1991. They spent 30 years in Pittsburgh enjoying Steeler games, bridge with friends, and hosting great Christmas parties. Summers were always spent catching up with family at a cottage in Virginia Beach. Kathleen is survived by three children, James "Jay" G. Hitt Jr. of Butler, Pa., Deborah H. Greber (Brian) of Boise, and W. Thomas Hitt (Laurie) of Fairview, Pa.; grandchildren, James G. "Jason" Hitt III, Andrew Hitt, Mya Hitt, Jamie Greber, Hayden Greber, Owen Hitt; and great-grandchildren, James and Amara Hitt, and Phoenix Christiani. Kathleen will be remembered for her skills as an excellent teacher, seamstress, knitter, quiet ways, and sarcastic wit. She will be missed by friends and relatives in many states. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home in Norfolk. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 1 at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Norfolk.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 30, 2010.

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November 8, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. I will cherish the memories of Kathleen during her stay at Wynwood. The conversations we had were very interesting, as she always had something clever to add. We will miss Kathleen dearly.
Neva. S.
Life Enrichment Coordinator at Wynwood.

Marilynn

November 1, 2010

I am sorry to read about your loss and would like to extend my condolonces to the family and friends. When death seperates family members such loss can result in deep sorrow. The Bible assures us that it is God's will that we live forever, under his Kinddom that is soon to rule the earth.-Matthew 6:9,10.

October 31, 2010

We extend our sincere sympathy to you,the children of Jim and Kathleen,and your families. We remember them with great affection They were wonderful neighbors and good friends. We often think of them with fond memories. Your mother was a dear friend and a lovely lady.
John and Isabelle Holzapfel

October 30, 2010

My deepest sympathy. She was a lovely southern lady who deeply loved her children. She had a keen wit. I always enjoyed her company. She will certainly be missed by all.
Most sincerely, Barb McLaughlin

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