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Robert C. Hutchings, 89, of Millville died Saturday, March 17, 2012, at the Millville Center after a lengthy illness.
Born and raised in Millville, he graduated from Millville High School, Class of 1940. He played on the championship basketball team, as well as playing football, and was a member of the track team.
Mr. Hutchings served in the U.S. Army as a corporal during World War II in the Pacific Theatre. When he returned, he worked for Millville Manufacturing Co. and then for Armstrong Cork Co., Kerr Glass and Foster Forbes, where he retired.
He was an avid sports fan and an outstanding bowler. He loved to golf, go to the casinos and work in his garden, and he will miss his dog, Hondo. He truly loved watching his son and grandson play basketball, soccer, football and baseball. He also enjoyed their trips to the house in Marblehead, Mass. He was a member of the VFW , Bush-Kerrick, Post No. 2169 of Millville.
Mr. Hutchings is survived by his wife, Alice H. (McMicking); one son, Robert W. Hutchings and wife Janet of Deerfield; one daughter, Donna L. Dickerson and husband Herbert of Dalzell, S.C.; one sister, Dorothy Bassano and husband Angelo of Vineland; two grandsons, Robert Matthew Hutchings and Ryan Patrick Hutchings; one niece, Dottie and husband Rich; several nieces; and one nephew. He also enjoyed his friendship with Ronnie and Margaret Vetter and Maria Marcynczn.
He was predeceased by his parents, Bert and Eleanor Hutchings; one daughter, Norma Jean Hutchings; one sister, Ann Surran; and two brothers, Frank and William Hutchings.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in Christy Funeral Home, 11 W. Broad St., Millville. Viewings will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, and again from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Park, Millville.
The family requests memorial contributions to the Millville Rescue Squad, 600 Cedar St., Millville, NJ 08332; the Millville Thunderbolt Club, 706 N. 8th St., Millville, NJ 08332; or the Cumberland County SPCA, 1244 N. Delsea Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360.
Written tributes may be sent to www.christyfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Hutchings
Karole/Bill King
March 28, 2012
Hutch, Our family wants to express our sorrow for your loss. I know your Dad was your biggest fan. Our condolences to you, Janet, Robert and Ryan.
SHannon Patitucci
March 26, 2012
Coach Hutch and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope your family can have peace in your hearts.
March 23, 2012
Dear Bob, Hutching's Family
Please accept my condolences at your patriarch's passing. Eighty-nine years.
Be well.
Gary Lynn Peacock
March 22, 2012
Please accept our condolences Hutch. Your Dad was your biggest fan. Steve Stolar and family
March 21, 2012
Hutch and family , I am sooo sorry for your loss. I remeber your Dad coming to all the Cross Country Meets, he was a Great Man. You & Your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Love Your favorite XC Manager BJ(Thalwitzer) Cossaboon
March 19, 2012
Bob....sorry to read about your Dad, worked with him summers at Kerr Glass (College Years)...always remember his good humor and honesty, and the dart games at lunch and AC race track at night...he always bet your number 24. God Bless your family at this sad time.
Alan Morris
Sharon Norton
March 19, 2012
Dear Bob, Janet, Ryan and Robert,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. You have been on my mind throughout the years and I was sorry to hear about your father's/grandfather's passing. May your special memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
March 19, 2012
Bob and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was always there, supporting you in every sports event. You and your family are in my prayers.
Barbara Kubiski Kupp
Mark & Janice Stullenburger
March 19, 2012
Dear Bob and Family, We're very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 19, 2012
Bob Jr.
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He truly honored this country by serving in the Army. Our father served in the Army also and you should be very proud of him and his service. Bruce and Kurt Ferguson.
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