She met and married her husband, who was serving in Europe under General George Patton, while he was in Bornemouth on a two-week leave. Mrs. Hattersley was an Army wife for most of the next 30 years, raising her family in a dozen states and two foreign countries. She was a voracious reader and took a strong role in the education of her children. She was known for her graciousness, tolerance and her efforts to create a loving home, as well as her determination to spread British customs and culture. A longtime resident of Stratford and Trumbull, Conn., Mrs. Hattersley moved to Cape Cod seven years ago with her husband to be near their three children.
Services are private.
Memorial donations may be made to a local Alzheimer's support group or foundation.