Alvin Lee Hite, 65, a resident of 16339 St. Road 17, Culver, passed away at 1:50 p.m. on Friday, September 28, 2012 in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center – Mishawaka. His death followed an inspiring fight against Leukemia.
Alvin was born in Plymouth on January 18, 1947, the sixth of eleven children to David Loyal and Mary Marguerite (Hoeszle) Hite. He first attended West Township schools and then Plymouth in the Class of 1966.
During the Vietnam War, he served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged on August 20, 1968.
On November 10, 1973, Alvin took as his bride Connie Rae Morrison in the Pretty Lake Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alvin was a livestock truck driver for Morrison Trucking for 19 years. He then took a position as a driver and area leader with the Marshall County Highway Department and worked until his health would no longer allow. Pride was taken in helping on the Morrison family farm.
A true family man, Alvin loved ‘babysitting’ the grandchildren and spending time with his family. Whether it was sports, school, 4-H or any other event, he rarely missed an opportunity to watch, support, and play with his loved ones. Alvin enjoyed fishing with his father-in-law, Raymond, and the grand kids. He looked forward to weekends when he would gather with his siblings and brother-in-law for coffee on the Hite family homestead. During the week, Alvin enjoyed gathering with and hassling co-workers before work. He attended Pretty Lake Trinity United Methodist Church and volunteered his help with meals.
Alvin loved following Jeff Gordon and the NASCAR circuit, with the highlight of being able to attend an occasional race. He also enjoyed football, especially the University of Notre Dame and the Kansas City Chiefs.
He and Connie are the parents of four daughters and their families: Heather Lee (Gary) Fulk of Lowell, Indiana and their daughter; Haley and step-daughter Chelsea, Raeann Marie Hite of Culver and her children; Teeno and Shalee, Shalon Louise Hite of Dublin, California and Tara Lyn (Dan) Webb of Hamlet and their children; Tommy and Raelynn.
His siblings include: Rosemary (Carl, dec’d) Johnston of Culver, Lette (Dennis) Maxson of Plymouth, Barbara (Kenneth) Dickson of Plymouth, Shirley (Edward) Wilcox of Argos, Dwight (Donna) Hite of Culver, Ronald (Mary) Hite of Argos, Ray (Marjorie) Hite of Plymouth, Sue (Jan) Warner of Plymouth and sisters-in-law; Valerie (Mrs. David, dec’d) Hite of Culver and Pat (Mrs. Bruce, dec’d) Hite of Plymouth. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 4, 2012 from 3 – 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the Pretty Lake Trinity United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located at 8985 St. Road 17 west of Plymouth. A service celebrating Alvin’s life will begin at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall lead by Pastor Tamara Boggs. Military Honors will be accorded by members of the Plymouth American Legion Post 27, the Veterans of Foreign Wars – Marshall County Post 1162 and the D.A.V.
Immediately following services a reception dinner and time of continued sharing for all will take place in the church Fellowship Hall. The family would enjoy hearing any stories or experiences of Alvin you can share with them. Preferred are memorial gifts to the Pretty Lake Trinity Church, 8985 St. Road 17, Plymouth, IN 46563 or the Leukemia Society of America – Indiana Chapter, 941 E. 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Phil Mitchell says
I am so very sorry for your loss….Alvin was so much a part of my life as we grew up. You all were very close and good friends to me and I miss those times. I will see you all when I know the arrangements. Phil
Tim Howell says
I will never forget the 20 years of friendship I shared with Alvin at the County Hwy. I will miss how he always would talk me into helping him patch his area first, him telling me over and over again \”Just one more hole, just one more hole\” We will truly miss you \”Pork Chop\”. Tim
Anonymous says
Our prayer are with all of you! If you need anything just call. Love ya, Rich Eyrich & Family
Stacey fritch says
My prayers go out to the family! He was a wonderful man that I felt I knew my whole life only to have known him for a short time. So sorry for your loss. Love you guys stay strong!
sue warner says
I am so sorry for the loss of a great father and a great brother that was the life of the family gatherings He will be greatly missed by his entire family. For the family of Alvins we are all here for you guys. love you all.
Nanette Miller Durbin says
My prayers go out to the family, God Bless ,He will be in the lords hands and in peace
Robbin Nelson says
Thoughts and Prayers go out to all family members and friends. Alvin will be truly missed…He was a great man and awesome uncle! I\’ve included a poem.
Broken Chain
We little knew the day that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn?t go alone.
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories.
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken
and nothing seems the same,
but as God calls us one by one
the chain will link again.
By Ron Tranmer
Krieg says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Connie and. Family.
Gloria and. Chuck Krieg
Carin Clifton says
What a great friend and family man, he was…… We will miss him a lot. Our deepest sympathy to you Connie and the kids.
Terry & Carin Clifton and family
Cheri Long says
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, Connie. I had no idea he was so ill. You will have difficult days ahead but I know that you have a wonderful loving family all around you and they will hold you up.
He was a character, that\’s for sure and you will laugh when a memory floats into your mind. You see all the beautiful children and grandchildren that are a statement of your love and will find comfort in that. He will be forever missed and I am so sorry!
I so wanted to come but my work schedule doesn\’t allow me the opportunity.
God\’s Blessing,
Love ya cousin!
Cheri
Dr. Bill Kirkley says
Sue, I was sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Just a note to let you know I was thinking of you. Take care.
Bill Kirkley
Phil Mitchell says
I am so very sorry for your loss….Alvin was so much a part of my life as we grew up. You all were very close and good friends to me and I miss those times. I will see you all when I know the arrangements. Phil
Tim Howell says
I will never forget the 20 years of friendship I shared with Alvin at the County Hwy. I will miss how he always would talk me into helping him patch his area first, him telling me over and over again \”Just one more hole, just one more hole\” We will truly miss you \”Pork Chop\”. Tim
Anonymous says
Our prayer are with all of you! If you need anything just call. Love ya, Rich Eyrich & Family
Stacey fritch says
My prayers go out to the family! He was a wonderful man that I felt I knew my whole life only to have known him for a short time. So sorry for your loss. Love you guys stay strong!
sue warner says
I am so sorry for the loss of a great father and a great brother that was the life of the family gatherings He will be greatly missed by his entire family. For the family of Alvins we are all here for you guys. love you all.
Nanette Miller Durbin says
My prayers go out to the family, God Bless ,He will be in the lords hands and in peace
Robbin Nelson says
Thoughts and Prayers go out to all family members and friends. Alvin will be truly missed…He was a great man and awesome uncle! I\’ve included a poem.
Broken Chain
We little knew the day that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn?t go alone.
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories.
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken
and nothing seems the same,
but as God calls us one by one
the chain will link again.
By Ron Tranmer
Krieg says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Connie and. Family.
Gloria and. Chuck Krieg
Carin Clifton says
What a great friend and family man, he was…… We will miss him a lot. Our deepest sympathy to you Connie and the kids.
Terry & Carin Clifton and family
Cheri Long says
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, Connie. I had no idea he was so ill. You will have difficult days ahead but I know that you have a wonderful loving family all around you and they will hold you up.
He was a character, that\’s for sure and you will laugh when a memory floats into your mind. You see all the beautiful children and grandchildren that are a statement of your love and will find comfort in that. He will be forever missed and I am so sorry!
I so wanted to come but my work schedule doesn\’t allow me the opportunity.
God\’s Blessing,
Love ya cousin!
Cheri
Dr. Bill Kirkley says
Sue, I was sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Just a note to let you know I was thinking of you. Take care.
Bill Kirkley