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Thomas Pitman Obituary

PITMAN - Thomas W. September 13, 2008, beloved husband of 54 years to Deidre De Holmes Pitman; loving father of Mark (Elizabeth), Michael (Lynn), Paul (Pamela), Carol (John) Jakala, Christine (Greg) Kaszubski, Tim (Sharlene), Susan (David Feinstein), Matthew (Molly) and Sara (Mike) Sonberg; grandfather of 19 grandchildren and one great-grandson; brother of Maryann ( late Jack) Flanagan and the late Harry Bud W. Pitman, Jr. (Betty) and Margaret Peg (late Frank) Trautman; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday 5-8 PM at DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd., Amherst. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Benedicts Church, Main St. at Eggert Rd., Eggertsville, Saturday morning at 10 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Mr. Pitman was a member of Amherst AMVETS Post #49 and a lifelong member of St. Benedicts Church where he was an usher, a lector and a member of The Holy Name Society. Tom was the retired Controller for E.D. Farrell, Inc., a materials management equipment company. He has served as a financial professional for several companies throughout his career. Mr. Pitman received an Honorable Discharge from the US Navy having served from 1951 to 1955.

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 17 to Sep. 18, 2008.

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October 9, 2008

Happy Birthday, Dad. We miss you and think of you every day. We'll keep you in our hearts always!
Love, Chris, Greg and TJ

Kate Giardina

September 26, 2008

Dear Pittman/Flanagan Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Sincerely,
The Burns Family

Peg Mangan

September 21, 2008

Dear Pitman Family,

My heart is with you all.

Peg
(A Slipper Camper with Sue)

Toni Silveri

September 21, 2008

To Chris and the family,

Talia and I were not able to attend and say farewell to your Dad, but our prayers and thoughts are with you. He leaves a legacy behind that is so special,such a beautiful family, and so many wonderful memories.
God bless,

Toni and Talia Silveri

Kathy Antonini

September 19, 2008

Dear Aunt De,
I am so sorry about Uncle Tom. May your many memories make you smile and sustain you through the difficult days. Mom cannot believe he is gone. He meant so much to her. Please know we are thinking of you and will remember Uncle Tom in our prayers.

Kathy and Joe

Edie Cefaly

September 19, 2008

Dear De and all your family, I was so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Please know that you are all in our thougts and prayers. I still remember the fun times we had with you all and Ida, Uncle Dick and all the kids. With sympathy, Edie and all (including Uncle Dave) the Cefaly's

Carrie --Dr. Conrad/Dr. Mango

September 19, 2008

Mrs. Deidre
May it comfort you to know that Tom's pain and suffering is over and he is resting peacefully with God. My deepest sympathy for your loss.

Mark Palkowski

September 19, 2008

My heart goes out to De and the kids, Tom was one of the most sincere and patient men I have ever known and regarded family as the center of life. I found reassurance and ease in the discussions we had at the times when work became stressful.

(The Rev'd) Tom Discavage

September 18, 2008

Dear Dee and Christine... and the whole Pitman family... sending many prayers and much sympathy from here in Los Angeles. I read in today's Buffalo News that Mr. Pitman had passed away. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Having just been through this with my mom's passing this past March I understand what you are experiencing. Know that Mr. Pitman and the whole family will be remember in my mass this Sunday. Hold fast to the wonderful memories during the difficult times. "May his soul rest in peace" Peace Tom

Mary Jean Michalski

September 18, 2008

Matt,

I'm so sorry about your loss. You are on my prayers.

Joe Albano

September 18, 2008

Dear Sara,
My deepest condolence for your loss. May warm memories and special moments fill your heart and keep you and your family strong during this difficult time. My deepest sympathies.

Doug Burgasser

September 18, 2008

Pitmans,

"Tommy" was such a special person. It's no surprise that he & "De" created such a special family! It was comforting seeing all of you last week at his side. Our thoughts are with you all.

The Burgassers

Debbie Moskal

September 17, 2008

Dear Beth,
Nawal and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you, Mark, and your family on the death of Mark's father. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeff Sonberg

September 17, 2008

Sara, Mike & Family,

I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of your father, please accept my sincere condolences. May he rest in peace.

Mary Beth Hausle

September 17, 2008

Dear Pitman Family, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was like a second father to me during high school, a very loving and special man. Carol, I would love to hear from you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless

Martha Niland Lamparelli

September 17, 2008

Dear Chris, Greg and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.May your memories of your dad bring you comfort not only today but in the days to come.
Martha Niland Lamparelli

Christopher Albano

September 17, 2008

I am very sorry to hear the news of the loss of Mr. Thomas Pitman.
Please know that you are in our prayers.

Tim & Michelle Molzen

September 17, 2008

Pitman Family, we're very sorry about your loss. Mr P. was such a warm and friendly man. We'll miss seeing his smile at St Ben's.
God Bless you all,

Adam

September 17, 2008

My thoughts are with all of the Pitmans during this difficult time.

yolanda thompson

September 17, 2008

oh dee its yo my thoughts are with you and god bless all of your kids love you dee. yolanda

Gail D'Angelo

September 17, 2008

Paul,

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Tim, Sharlene, Jenna, Jaymie Pitman

September 17, 2008

Dad, You've always been my hero, and will always be in our hearts... I love You

Carmella Gosden

September 17, 2008

My sincere condolences to the Pitman family. Please know you are in my prayers.

amy, jed and Riley Omalley

September 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone. We love all of you so much.

Scott Davis

September 17, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. May peace comfort you and your family.

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