Stan owned and operated Hitchcock’s Garage on Upper Front Street, before moving to Florida for a period of time, but returned to live out his retirement with loved ones in the Binghamton area. A lifetime antique car enthusiast, he built several of his own hot rods and entered many car shows across the country, where he was often joined by friends and family. One of the happiest moments in Stan’s life was when he won a street rod at the Syracuse Nationals Car raffle – a custom 1932 Ford Roadster. He also loved his Harley Davidsons, and nothing could stop him from riding. This enthusiasm earned him the legendary nickname ‘Stan the Man’.
He was preceded in death by parents Jane and Randall Hitchcock. He was survived by his son James and AnnMarie Hitchcock. He was also survived by his daughter Tammy DeBusk (Hitchcock). He had a special granddaughter Katie DeBusk, step granddaughter Amanda Orso and step great granddaughter Chloe Orso. He also leaves behind sister Lucille Burke, brother Judson and Alexis Hitchcock, sister Marie and Thomas Ralston, sister Joyce and Al Hawley, and baby sister Ilene McPartland. He had several nieces and nephews, many close friends and other family members that will miss him dearly.
Due to the current conditions, the family requests for everyone to be safe during this time. No service will be held, but a Memorial will be conducted for a celebration of life at a later time.
The family expresses appreciation to the nurses and caregivers of Bridgewater Nursing Center that looked after him daily, sneaking him his favorite treats and sweets on a regular basis. Give the man a Thin Mint, and he was happy for the day! The nursing home will never be the same without him wheeling and racing down the halls. May you never be forgotten Stan.
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