Obituary of James Merritt Hitching

James Merritt Hitchings, Sr. of Mount Pleasant, SC passed away on February 7, 2021. Jim was born September 28, 1948 to Frank and Jane Hitchings of East Aurora, NY. He attended Northeastern University. Jim is survived by his wife of 37 years, Margaret “Peggy”, his son James M. “Jimmy”, Jr., and daughter-in-law Lynn, his sister Betsy Hitchings Hampton (Brian), many cousins, nieces, nephews and his beloved dog Oscar.
     Jim spent most of his adult life living and working in the Boston area before moving to South Carolina in retirement.  He had many lifelong friends from school, work and golf who will miss his humor, political views and rabid support of the Buffalo Bills.         

     Jim loved traveling, playing golf with his son, hosting dinner parties, attending theatrical performances and concerts with his wife. He was a warm and exceptionally kind man whose love and devotion to his family will forever be treasured. 

     Due to the Covid pandemic, funeral arrangements will be private. Contributions in Jim’s memory can be made to cancer.org or firsttee.org.