Ethel Bryant Pitchford

Ethel Bryant Pitchford

Ethel Pitchford Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 18, 2008.
PITCHFORD, Ethel Bryant "Ettie," died peacefully in her sleep Saturday, November 15, 2008, at the age of 89. She was known among her family and friends as an avid "junk shopper" and "yard saler." She enjoyed spending time at Monty's Restaurant and Blue Star Diner, showing off her great finds. She is survived by two sons, Robert Pitchford (Barbara) and Tom Pitchford (Lynda); one daughter, Carolyn Gillikin; nine granddaughters, Debra, Pauline, Amy, Jackie, Susie, Monica, Donna, Kristi and Sharon; 22 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. At the request of the deceased, there will be no viewing or memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Virginia Police Benevolent Association or Youth Challenge Thrift Store. Arrangements are under the care of Riverside-Altmeyer Funeral Home, 7415 River Rd., Newport News, Va. 23607.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Connie North

November 18, 2008

Barbara,Bobby,Donna and Case, We are so sorry to hear about Ethel. She will be greatly missed. I know she is probably shopping at the big thrift store in the sky. If you need anything let us know.
Jack, Connie J.W. and Kelli

Denise Cooper

November 18, 2008

Our Deepest Sympathy to all the family members.

Blaney / Sharon Harper

November 18, 2008

Ethel was a special woman. I will never forget my mother and Ethel at Monty's eating. My mother had a footlong hotdog and wanted to cut it but had no knife. Ethel fished in her purse and pulled out scissors. Before you knew it - the foot long was in two pieces "Ethel Style". She was always smiling and that is how we will remember her as a happy and caring person. Our sincere sympathy to the entire family.

Judith Walker/Brett

November 18, 2008

I grew up on Franklin Road where Ethel was living. My mother Avis Walker knew Ethel when she was a young girl. Ethel always had a kind word and would light up a room with her laughter. We will miss seeing her around town with her goodies from the sales.

The Kerlin Family

November 18, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Ettie. We didn't know her well, but she always talked to us when we were in Monty's. We moved away in 2004, but we still have fond memories of the conversations we had with her back then. What a truly sweet lady. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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