pRita M. Hiter, age 92, of Potsdam, NY passed away on Monday, June 06, 2016 at the Crown Center Nursing Home in Cortland, NY where she had been a resident for just over 2 weeks. Arrangements are with the Garner Funeral Service. Friends may call on Thursday, June 9th from 4-7 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday at 10 am at St. Mary’s Church in Potsdam, NY with Rev. Howard Venette celebrant. Burial will follow the service at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Potsdam, NY. Contributions in her name can be made to a charity of one’s choice. /ppRita is survived by her brother in law Charles Gerrish and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents; sisters Betty Holden, Eileen Gerrish and a brother Ernest Hiter who died while serving during WWII. /ppRita was born on February 8, 1924 in Potsdam, NY to the late Herman Hiter and Catherine Frederick. She was a graduate of Potsdam Central High School and then of Ithaca College where she received her degree in teaching. She served during WWII in the United States Marines as an Aviation Specialist until her honorable discharge. She then returned to the States and worked as a gym teacher at Norwood-Norfolk Central School for many years until her retirement. She then substituted at the school for many years after, just to stay involved with the kids. Condolences can be made online at www.garnerfh.com. /p
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