Lee A. Hitt
February 10, 1931 – April 7, 2022
Survived by wife, Dorothy J. Hitt; sons, Dennis L. and David T. (Coleen); two grandchildren, Christopher Hitt (Amanda) and Jacqueline Lockett (Joe); two great-grandchildren; sisters, Ileana Ellis and Mary Ellen Yarger; brothers, Charles and Jacob (Virginia); sisters-in-law, Rosemarie Hitt and Sue Puls; brother-in-law, Larry Puls (Mary Ann); several nieces and nephews.
VISITATION: Monday, April 11th from 5pm to 7pm at the West Center Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE: Tuesday, April 12th at 10am at Hope Presbyterian Church, 5220 S. 159th Ave. in Omaha. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park. Memorials are suggested to Hope Presbyterian Church.
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Lee Hitt was bon on February 10, 1931, to Robert and Dora (Bode) Hitt in Lyman, Iowa. He grew up in and around Massena, Iowa. After graduation from high school there, he furthered his education at Commercial Extension in Omaha. From there, he began working for the Burlington Railroad where he met the love of his live, Dorothy Puls.
Lee and Dorothy were married on May 24, 1952, at Kountze Memorial Lutheran Church. Lee was a devoted husband and family man. He was the father of Dennis and David (Coleen); the grandpa of Christopher (Amanda) and Jackie Lockett (Joe); and the great-grandpa of Wyatt and William Lockett.
Lee worked for Burlington Northern in Omaha and Lincoln for 43 years. He and Dorothy were married for nearly 70 years. Lee and Dorothy loved to dance, and they loved to travel, especially to weddings and events for family and friends. Lee also enjoyed all sports, most notably bowling and golf.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Bob; his brothers-in-law: Leonard Puls, Ewing Ellis, and Ron Yarger; sisters-in-law, Karen Hitt and Teresa Hitt. Lee is survived by his wife, Dorothy J. Hitt; sons, Dennis L. and David T. (Coleen); two grandchildren, Christopher Hitt (Amanda) and Jacqueline Lockett (Joe); two great-grandchildren; sisters, Ileana Ellis and Mary Ellen Yarger; brothers, Charles and Jacob (Virginia); sisters-in-law, Rosemarie Hitt and Sue Puls; brother-in-law, Larry Puls (Mary Ann); several nieces and nephews.
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Uncle Lee was always happy, and infectious smile and ready laugh. Fond memories.
So sad to hear of Uncle Lee’s passing. My condolences to Aunt Dorothy, Dennis & David.
So sad to hear of Uncle Lee’s passing. What a great and jovial guy. Will always have fond memories and my sympathies to Aunt Dorothy, Dennis, David and extended family.
Loved growing up with brother Lee….will miss him terribly……Love to all the family…
So sorry to see that Mr. Hitt passed away. We lived about a block away in our younger years, and have very fond memories of being at the house playing wiffleball in the backyard with Dennis and David! Praying for all of you during this very difficult time. GOD bless! 🙏🏻
We were saddened to hear about Uncle Lee’s passing. We’re praying for Aunt Dorothy, Dennis, David and all the family in this time of sorrow. May God give you His peace, comfort, and strength throughout these trying times.
Dorothy, our sympathy to you upon reading of Lee’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dorothy, we are saddened to hear of Lee’s passing. A special place in our hearts will always remain for such a great neighbor and wonderful man. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
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