Obituary of James C. Hewitt

JAMES C. HEWITT Watervliet- James C. "Tejoe" Hewitt, 64 of Watervliet, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Friday, July 29 at Community Hospice at St. Mary's Hospital, in Troy. Born in Burlington, VT on February 15, 1947, he was the son of the late James and Gertrude (Sousie) Hewitt. Jim was married to the former Phyllis T. Ashline on September 17, 1977. Jim was a dedicated & loyal employee for over 10 years with Tri-City Rentals in Albany, where he worked in the Maintenance Dept at Regency Park Apartments in Guilderland. Jim eventually had to retire prematurely in 2007 due to an illness that wouldn't allow him to do the job he enjoyed. His greatest joy in his life was his family and they meant the world to him especially his grandchildren, he loved his country music, camping and cooking. Jimmy was always the life of the party and always had a joke to tell everyone he met. Survivors in addition to his beloved wife: Phyllis, include his loving children: Christina (John) Martin of Latham, Raymond (Andrea) Hewitt of Clifton Park, Marilyn May Rogalio of Glens Falls and James C. Hewitt Jr. of Troy as well as his 5 cherished grandchildren Jonathan, Allen, Bryan, Hannah & Ariana and his mother in law Theresa Ashline of Watervliet. He is also survived by several loving sisters, a brother, and many nieces, nephews & in-laws. Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Sunday July 31 from 2-5 pm at the Dufresne & Cavanaugh Funeral Home, 149 Old Loudon Rd., Latham A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday August 1 at 9:00 am at St. Ambrose Church, 347 Old Loudon Road, Latham. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Thank you Missy & Billy for taking such loving care of Uncle Jimmy. For directions, information or to light a memory candle for the family please visit www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com