KINGSBURY – Marion A. Hitchcock, peacefully passed away on December 31, 2018, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on January 21, 1922 to the late Howard and Olive (Wood) Graham.
Marion grew up in Fort Ann and graduated from Hudson Falls Senior High School.
She was a lifelong farmer’s wife to the late Norman Hitchcock and served as the family matriarch. Marion and Norm were married on August 30, 1944. He passed away on July 20, 1997, after 53 wonderful years of marriage.
Throughout the years, Marion worked at the Glove Factory, General Electric, Scott Paper, Fort William Henry and finally as a Court Security Guard.
Her faith and church played a large part in Marion’s life. She was a member of the Kingsbury Baptist Church and the American Baptist Woman’s Missionary Group. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society and the Washington County Fair, where she baked goods and made crafts to be judged. Marion enjoyed watching her grandchildren show their cattle at the fair. She was also active in the Washington County Women’s Republican Committee. In addition, Marion was an avid baker and gardener and was known for her famous rolls and pies. She had a love for traveling. Norm and Marion took trips from Maine to Alaska and everywhere in between. Up until she was 94 years of age, Marion always took her annual trips to Aruba with the girls.
Her greatest passions and delight came from her family and friends. Marion loved to host and spend time with her loved ones. She enjoyed listening and going to bluegrass festivals with her daughter, Elaine and her family.
Marion was predeceased by her parents, Howard and Olive Graham, her husband, Norm Hitchcock, her son, Graham Hitchcock and her great granddaughter, Jubilee Saville.
She is survived by her sister, Mildred Osborne; her daughters, Norma Saville (Gordon) of Hudson Falls, Elaine Sweenor (Francis, Jr.) of Hudson Falls, Marion Hartig (Tom) of Colorado Springs, CO, Betty Getty (Randy) of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Russell Saville (Susan), Peter Saville (Grace) Matt Saville (Maxine), Nathan Saville, Allison Cashell (Rob), Rebecca Wallace (William) Tim Hartig, Ann LaFave (Doug) Beth Horrigan (Tom), Cristi Flanigan and her friend, Pete Elmer, Darrin Flanigan, Kyle Getty (Rella), Emily Getty (Nicholas), Luke Getty (Jessica), and Tyler Getty (Hillary); her great grandchildren, Ethan and Jared Saville, Hunter and Olivia Saville, Raegan and Marlee Saville, Neve, Beck, Penn and Nell Saville, Kevin Carpenter, Logan and Kelsey LaFave, Laine and Reid Horigan, Liam, Ben and Sam Wallace, Jackson, Daniel, Joe and David Cashell, Julian Hartig, Ford and Jack Getty and Evelyn Getty; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call on Friday, January 4, 2019, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kingsbury Baptist Church, 1790 Church Road in the town of Kingsbury.
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 5, at the Kingsbury Baptist Church.
Burial will follow at the Kingsbury Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.
The family would like to thank all the caregivers, who graciously cared for and loved Marion for the past two years.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Kingsbury Baptist Church, C/O Sylvia Weaver, 153 Dean Road, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
Norma, So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She wash such a fun and lovely lady. I remember fondly of my trips to Aruba and how much she loved sitting by the pool reading. She was a sun goddess, for sure. Please know that God has taken her Home now. He gave you all so many great years with her. She will stay alive in all of your many memories and pictures you have of her. May God bless and comfort you and you family during this time of grief. Love you, Donna
Our sympathy to the four Hitchcock girls and their families,
Denise and I are away so unable to attend Marion’s service, we want you to know we are thinking of you at this very sad time.
Marion was a great lady .
Sincerely,
Butch Gilchrest