Ed Hewitt was born at Sykeston on July 20, 1906. He lived in that area until coming to Carrington in 1942, where he worked as a bartender. On September 28, 1931, he married Margaret Evelyn Mason at Sykeston, who was born at Leal on July 26, 1907. She was employed at the Carrington Hospital for eleven years.
The Hewitts had three children: Doreen, Marlys and Allen. Allen lost his life in the service of his country during World War It.
Mrs. Hewitt died June 7, 1972. Mr. Hewitt died June 19, 1972. They are buried in the Carrington Cemetery.
Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 27B