James L. “Jim” Hite, 75 of Huntington passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at his residence. Jim was a loving and dedicated husband to his wife of 35 years, as well as being a loving grandfather. He was a 1963 graduate of Huntington Catholic School. He served his country in the United States Navy. He and his father owned and operated an electrician business together. He later worked for the Army Corp of Engineers. He enjoyed attending New Hope United Brethren Church with his wife. Jim also enjoyed woodworking, gardening and his beloved puppies.
He was born on September 4, 1945 in Huntington, the son of the late Paul and Betty (Holley) Hite.
He was united in marriage to Pamela S. Denis on August 2, 1986 in Huntington. Pam preceded him in death on November 22, 2020.
Survivors include a son: Roger (Tonya) Hammonds of Russia, OH; a sister: Judy (Kevin) Brickley of Roanoke; five grandchildren: Jessica Hall of Ossian, Chase Hammonds of Sidney, OH, Conner Hammonds of Sidney, OH, Riley Hammonds of Russia, OH, Shay Hammonds of Russia, OH; one great grandchild: Oaklynn Hammonds of Sidney, OH and a special relative: Harley Wolfe of Huntington.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm with funeral service to be held following the visitation at 3:00 pm at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, Indiana.
Private family interment will be at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Memorial donations can be made out to New Hope United Brethren Church in care of Myers Funeral Home, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN 46750.
