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Harold Hitchcock Obituary
of Newark Valley
Harold I. "Mike" Hitchcock, 75, passed away on October 17, 2008. Mike is survived by his son, James (Cynthia) Hitchcock; daughters, Janice (Donald) Stephens, Joyce (Donald) Corson, Donna (Albert) Harrington; grandchildren, Carrie, Kelly, Tamara, Jennifer, Stacy, Sara, Donald, Jr., Julie, Teresa and Ashley; great-grandchildren, Raechelle, Mason, Taliah. Mike is also survived by his brother, Eugene (Betty) Hitchcock; and sister, Violet Sivers; several nieces and nephews. Mike was predeceased by his wife, Beverly in 2003. Born on May 11, 1933 in Herrickville, Pa., Mike was the son of Harold I. and Elizabeth Wells Hitchcock. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the US Army; a 26 year employee of GAF and retired from HADCO, Owego, following many years of service there. He was a member of Glen A. Warner VFW Post 1371, Owego, the Newark Valley Senior Citizens, serving as President for the past 3 years, a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels, a Friendship Caller to shut-ins, and enjoyed working with wood and various crafts. In his early years, Mike was an avid hunter.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at the MacPherson Funeral Home, 5 Whig St., Newark Valley. Rev. James Willard will officiate. Interment will follow in Hope Cemetery with full Military Honors accorded. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m., Wednesday evening at the MacPherson Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to VFW Post 1371, Owego, N.Y. 13827, or the Newark Valley Senior Citizens, c/o Mary Shellhammer, 59 Maple Ave., Newark Valley, N.Y. 13811, in loving memory of Mike Hitchcock.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold Hitchcock
Bob Ostrom
October 27, 2008
Mike was a long time friend and we worked together for many years at GAF. He will be sadly missed.
Faith Benjamin
October 23, 2008
Mike, Donna, Albert and Donnie and the rest of the family
So sorry to hear of your loss.
The world has lost a wonderful man.
May God be with all of you at this time.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Hugs and Love to you all
Faith
sheila hollenbeck
October 22, 2008
Hi Janice, Joyce, and ALL the kids and family! So sorry to hear about your dad! I see he was a volunteer at Meals On Wheels. I probably knew him, but didn't even know it was your dad. You know how I am with names! He must have been a great guy, because you two,
(Janice & Joyce),
have the best personality's I know! Miss you at school! Give the baby a hug!
Natalie Nelson
October 22, 2008
To all of Mike's family: We are saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He was a good friend and neighbor! Our prayers and thoughts are with his entire family. God Bless! Natalie and Bob
Gail Holbrook
October 22, 2008
To Mike's family we offer our deepest sympathy, my first husband and myself purchased your grandparents house on Rock Street. Gail and Ray Holbrook
Barb Soyka
October 22, 2008
Jimmy, Donny, Albert and families- I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories bring you some comfort at this time of sorrow.
Richard (Dick) Davis
October 22, 2008
To Mike's family,
As a friend, co-worker at ANSCO & former NV resident, I was surprised & saddened to hear of Mike's passing. I'll miss all the laughs & good times we had together. God bless.
Steve and Connie Fedorowicz
October 21, 2008
We send our sympathy to the entire family. I have many fond memories of your Dad and Mother.
KAREN & ROBERT KRAUSE
October 21, 2008
OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.
Kathy & Charles Gardner
October 21, 2008
Jimmy, Donny, Albert & families,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patricia Purdy
October 21, 2008
Janice & Don & Girls
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John & Pat Purdy
Kelly Rainboth
October 21, 2008
Jimmy, Donny and Albert....My thoughts are with all of you during this time....My prayers go out to you....
Rachel
October 21, 2008
God Bless Mike-he will be missed by all of those who were lucky enough to know him.
Rick Taylor
October 21, 2008
God Bless Mike , He is reunited with his loving wife.
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