Short Gap—Clyde Raymond Hitt, Jr., 87, of Short Gap, passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at UPMC Western Maryland. Born in Ranson, WV, on November 16, 1934, he was the son of the late Mabel (Barfield) and Clyde R. Hitt, Sr. In addition to his parents and two sisters, he was preceded in death by his son, Jonathan David Hitt. Clyde attended school in Charles Town, WV, and he was a graduate of West Virginia University where he received his degree in Chemical Engineering. He furthered his education in Engineering also at WVU. Clyde was employed at ABL for 37 years, until he retired in 1997. He was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church and enjoyed following the Washington Redskins. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Rissler) Hitt, whom he married in 1958; his children, Beth Maddox and husband, Anthony, and Lori Hitt; brother, William Hitt and wife, Nancy. Friends will be received at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 15205 McMullen Hwy SW, Cresaptown, on Monday, December 20, 2021, from 11 AM until 1PM. Following the visitation, the funeral service will be conducted with Rev. David Hattenfield officiating. In lieu of sending flowers, those wishing to honor Clyde's memory may do so by making contributions to the Cornerstone Baptist Church, 930 Frederick St, Cumberland, MD 21502. Condolences may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com.