FONTANA, CA / AGILITYPR.NEWS / June 02, 2025 / San Bernardino, Calif. -  The life of Hattie Mae Love Pettway Inge will be honored in service on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Loveland Church, 17997 Merrill Ave, Fontana, CA. Pastor Chuck Singleton will deliver the eulogy. Viewing is from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the service at 11:00 a.m. Inge passed on April 28, 2025.

Internment will follow at 2 pm at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA.

Inge was born June 22, 1934, in Vredenburgh, Alabama, to George Leon Love and Earl Lucille. Following her father’s passing, her mother married Winston Pettway, making Hattie the eldest child in their family. 

Raised in Mobile, Alabama, Hattie dedicated her life to service and education. After graduating from Alabama State University in Montgomery, she earned her nursing diploma from Dixie Hospital’s Nursing School in Hampton, Virginia, in 1962, and further pursued a degree from the University of Maryland while stationed in Tachikawa, Japan.

In 1952, she married Roy Inge. Together, they raised six children—Deborah, Roy Jr., Karen, Gail, Joan, and Michele—traveling the globe as a military family, experiencing diverse cultures.

According to her daughter, Hattie was a lifelong learner who embraced education in various forms, earning degrees and certifications in floristry design, bookkeeping, and other trades from reputable institutions. Her certifications reflected her determination and wide-ranging interests.

In 1972, Hattie settled in Rialto, California, where she became a vibrant presence in the community. A member of the Rialto Baptist Church and later Loveland Church in Fontana, she co-founded The Rialto Black History Committee in 1985, which became a registered nonprofit in 1986, dedicated to cultural awareness and celebrating African American contributions in the community.

Under her leadership, the committee organized the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon for 35 years, awarding scholarships to deserving local students and honoring Dr. King’s legacy.

Hattie was also a committed member of Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated for over 30 years, holding multiple leadership positions.

“Her impact spanned generations, serving in several organizations such as the Military Wives Club, Protestant Women of the Chapel, and the Tachikawa Air Base Youth Program. Even in retirement, she taught community classes through the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (R.S.V.P.), continuing her mission of care and protection,” said Pastor Singleton.

“Hattie is lovingly remembered by her daughters: Deborah Inge-Pinkham (San Bernardino, CA), Karen Inge (Rialto, CA), Gail (Tony) Fisher (Huntsville, AL), Joan Inge (Rialto, CA), and Michele (Craig) Farmer (Upper Marlboro, MD); grandchildren: Gregory Hale, Amber (Walter) Fisher, Anthony Fisher II, Creshel Farmer, and Craig Farmer Jr.; and great-grandchildren, including Patrick Nieto,” said Pastor Singleton.

She is also survived by her sister Phyllis Pettway; nieces and nephews; cousins; in-laws; special son Armondo (Danette) Moreno; and a host of friends and godchildren. Hattie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of over 60 years, Roy Inge Sr.; son Roy Inge Jr.; parents; stepfather; and siblings.

“Hattie Mae Love Pettway Inge lived a life full of faith, service, and love, leaving a legacy of wisdom and compassion that will inspire all who knew her. May she rest in eternal peace, reunited with loved ones in the embrace of God,” said Pastor Singleton.

Photo Caption: Hattie Mae Love Pettway Inge founded The Rialto Black History Committee in 1985, which is dedicated to cultural awareness and celebrating African American contributions to the community. The committee organized the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon, awarding scholarships to deserving local students and honoring Dr. King’s legacy.