Hazel (Iliene) Hite 93, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 4, 2022. She was born January 6, 1929, in Martinsville Va. She was the first of 8 children of Charlie Samuel Lawrence and Cordie Fuller Lawrence. She was predeceased by her husband Donald (Don) Hite and will finally be reunited with the love of her life. They were married for 49 years. Iliene loved growing up with her large family, and told many stories of the family, and hosted many family gatherings.
She is survived by her brother Charlie Wayne Lawrence and wife Karen Lawrence of Columbia, S.C.; her sister Nancy Hall of Columbia, S.C. Many nieces and nephews who she loved very much, and many other family members and friends including long-time friends Marge Dunn, Sue Cooper, and Teri Ferguson. Iliene was blessed with devoted caregivers who were committed to her comfort and wellbeing, Audrey, Garnet, Renee, and her nephew Robert (Robbie) Lawrence. The family is also very appreciative of those provided care to her through Mountain Valley Hospice. She is leaving to mourn many family and friends who have cherished and loved her.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, and in the choir for many years. She had a very strong faith in the Lord.
A visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at McKee-Stone Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. and will be officiated by Reverend Dr. Dwight Christenbury. A private interment will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Martinsville Henry County SPCA, 132 Joseph Martin Hwy, Martinsville, VA 24112; Mountain Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, 730 E. Church Street, Suite #13, Martinsville, VA 24112, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements are by McKee-Stone Funeral Home-Martinsville, VA
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