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Bill DaVitte Obituary

MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, August 14, 2014, William (Bill) Rountree DaVitte, 55, beloved husband and best friend of 27 years to Jennifer (Jenny) DaVitte. Mr. DaVitte, a native of Augusta, worked at Resolute Forrest Industries (Augusta Newsprint) for 31 years. He was an avid golfer and loved being Papa to his 3 grandkids. He enjoyed spending time at the beach with Jenny, Allyson, Tyler and grandbabies. In addition to his wife, family members include son: Tyler DaVitte (Morgan); daughter: Allyson Madden (John); grandsons: Seth Birong and Eli Madden; granddaughter: Cadence DaVitte; siblings: Suzette Morris (Tim), Elaine Nannette DaVitte (Richard), John DaVitte, Jr. (Mayra), George DaVitte (Yvonne), Joe DaVitte (Cami), Holly DaVitte (Craig); brother-in-law: Ronnie Wright; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents: John Cytone DaVitte and Florence Rountree DaVitte. A funeral service will be Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Rev. Robert Smith and Rev. Elizabeth Ackerman officiating. Interment will follow in Abilene Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers to include Marty Quesada, Jared Macky, Tom Lillis, Dennis Finch, Mike Adams, Dave Sumter, Gary Macky and John Adams. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children's Hospital of Georgia: 1446 Harper Street, Augusta, GA 30912 or to the Journey Community Church: 4798 Hardy McManus Road, Evans, GA 30809. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www.thomaspoteet.com

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Aug. 17, 2014.

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Michael Johnson

August 25, 2014

Jenny, I'm so sorry to hear that is has happened, may God bless you and your family, I will miss seeing him around town.

Chris Jennings

August 25, 2014

Jenny I will truly miss not seeing you and Bill out enjoying each others company like at Masters or other events around Augusta. The thing I liked most about you and Bill is that we might see each other for months or even a year but when we meet it was always a joy to see both of you and the both of ya'll made me feel the same way. No words can express my sorry in your loss.

August 22, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. God bless you all.
Willene & Bill Satcher & Alicia Bible & family

Michelle Hataway

August 21, 2014

Bill was such a great guy!! I have known him for 36 years!! Always smiling!! RIP Bill!! We are all gonna miss you!!

August 21, 2014

We are so saddened to hear about Bill's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless,
Perry & Daria Troina



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steve wall

August 20, 2014

so senseless. Bill was such a good guy. prayers Jenny and all the family.

Chris Irvine

August 19, 2014

In the words of Abraham Lincoln;

"I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours..."

My prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Bill.

Jimmy & Susan Tinker

August 19, 2014

George and Yvonne our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family.

Christina Jones

August 19, 2014

Jenny, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mullaney & Jeffcoat families.

August 19, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to your family, we will keep you all in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

Gerad Lanier & Family

August 19, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wallis Stevens

August 19, 2014

So sorry, Bill was a wonderful person. You were so lucky to have him in your life. He will be missed by many who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God help you heal and give you strength..

August 19, 2014

Jenny and Family, Thoughts and prayers to you and family. Bill will truly be missed, he was a wonderful man!
John Niedling and family

Marie Edwards

August 18, 2014

Elaine. My prayers are with you and your family during this time of reflection. Know that God is with you and you will find comfort in his loving arms. May God bless you.

Deanna Williams

August 18, 2014

There are no words that would express the sorrow I felt when I heard of your loss. Such a loss is felt by all who knew him. May God be with you an your family in this sad time.

August 18, 2014

Jenny & Tyler. Our hearts are grieving, as we know you and your family are heartbroken. Words cannot say what we are feeling. Please know we are praying for you and family. We have sent flowers, but will not be there in person as we are in Maine at this most dreadful time for you. But please know we are thinking of you. Bill will be missed greatly by everyone that knew this wonderful man, we are also praying for your recovery. May God Bless You. Mickey & Carol Scoggins.

Doogie Howser

August 18, 2014

My deepest sympathy for the Davitte family. I played softball with Bill many years ago and thought a lot of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Carter

August 18, 2014

Jenny and Tyler,
please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

With Deepest Sympathy,
Wayne & Susan Carter
(Devon's parents)

Helen McCloud

August 18, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Worked with Bill at DSM years ago and he was highly thought of by all his co workers. Then had the good fortune to meet Jennie when I went to work at Olin. Heartfelt sympathy for the entire family.

Beth & Bo Evans

August 18, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Leah O'brien

August 18, 2014

Jenny im so sorry for ur loss...I havent seen yall in a while but Ive always spoke highly of you...my mama 'Terri' loved yall with all her heart! May God be with u!

David Hendrickson

August 18, 2014

I had the opportunity to meet Bill and Jenny for the first time when they took the time to attend my mother-in-law's (Bill's aunt) funeral. Within 5 minutes of being with them, I felt as comfortable as if I had known them for years. What a great couple. He will be missed.

Joyce Ramsbotham

August 18, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Brenda Killgore

August 18, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Peggy Jarrett

August 18, 2014

Jenny you are a remarkable woman who could always make Bill shine. I shall miss his brilliant smile. As you struggle to accept this tragic loss remember his humor, love, and warmth. God's Blessings to you, and your family.

Melody Ross

August 18, 2014

Such a tragedy. I did not know you but knew your son Tyler and Candence is my niece. My prayers are with you at this time.

August 18, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Bill. He has been a good friend to my brother, Barry Gilmer, and was very kind to my mother, Hazel Gilmer. Our prayers go out to the family...Denise Gilmer Fairburn

COY BULLUCK

August 18, 2014

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND FRIEND WE WILL ALL MISS HIM

P Jeffcoat

August 18, 2014

Prayers to your family....May God send you comfort. So sorry for your loss.

Peggy Schaffer

August 18, 2014

So sorry for this tragedy in the Davitte family. May God grant him eternal rest and somehow help the family find strength to get thru these most difficult times.

August 18, 2014

I have lost a friend and brother, I will cherish the memories we shared together.
Jenny, peace be with you. Joe S.

Clint and Anne Huff

August 18, 2014

Jenny we are so very sorry to hear about your tragic loss,God bless you and the entire family as you go through this difficult time.

Janice Harris

August 18, 2014

I remember Bill as a loving father and husband from when Tyler was born and a patient of mine at University Hospital. Love and prayers to Jenny, Tyler, and family! May God be with you during this time of sorrow!

PETE MOODY

August 18, 2014

Plenty of prayers and thoughts to the DaVitte family and friends. Bill was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. GODS SPEED. THE MOODY FAMILY...

Lisa Yeadon-Rice

August 17, 2014

Prayers to your family.

Lance and Christine LaRue

August 17, 2014

So sorry to hear of Bill's tragic passing. We are thinking of your family in this time of grief and healing.

Janet Strickland Costello

August 17, 2014

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Sending prayers for peace, Comfort, and Strength to the family and friends of Bill- In Jesus name- Amen

Ed Boothe

August 17, 2014

I shall always remember Bill for his great smile, and a loving and giving heart. He was a good friend, my brother in Christ, and a Trustee at Marvin UMC who served our Lord and church with an unselfish heart. He loved Jenny, his wife, and his family so much. His memory and his many acts of kindness will live on in our hearts. The tremendous outpouring of affection for Bill and his family is a testimony to them. May our Lord hold them close to His heart in the coming days and forever, and bring the peace and comfort.

Herman Harvey

August 17, 2014

I have known Jenny for over 33 years as a co-worker and friend Such a loving person. My wife and I are deeply sadden at the lost of her husband and friend Bill. Our prayers go out to her and the entire family . Herman and Dianne Harvey

Billy and Shannon Williford

August 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Herman Harvey

August 17, 2014

My wife and I are so sadden to hear of such a great lost to Jenny, her family , the church and the community ...

Eddy and Sharon Young

August 17, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patti Peabody

August 17, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to Jenny and the family!

Andy & Rae-Anne King

August 17, 2014

Thinking and praying for you all! Bill will be missed! I loved working with him at the church bbq...he was always helpful! May God's presents comfort and strengthen you all during this time.

Danny Josey

August 17, 2014

RIP My friend, you will be missed by all that knew you.

Mary Stallings Clarke

August 17, 2014

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family,and friends who loved him. Be blessed!!!!

Addie & Deena Youngblood

August 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sorrow. Bill was a wonderful human being. Prayers to Jenny, his children and all of his siblings. May God send comfort and strength to you all in this time of need

Melissa Strickland

August 17, 2014

Prayers for the entire Davitte family.

Wanda Inglett

August 17, 2014

Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God bless each of you.

Tracy Newton

August 17, 2014

There are truly NO words to express how heartbroken I am over the loss of Bill..He was such a special person..one of the kindest people I have ever met and my thoughts and prayers truly go out to Jenny, Tyler and all his Family..This is a HUGE loss for everyone..knowing that he is with Jesus at this moment can be the only thing that brings comfort. I love you Jenny and praying for you!!!!!!!!

Joann Brassell

August 17, 2014

To the DaVitte family, my prayers are with you. I have known the family for a long time and I am so sorry to hear of this tragedy. May God Bless you and give you comfort at this time of griefing.

Tobias & Laine Schreiber

August 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marie Rachels

August 17, 2014

Our broken hearts share your pain from this huge loss and our prayers are for you to be comforted by our loving Heavenly Father. He has you in His loving arms today and every difficult day ahead.
Peace and Love, Marie & Bryan Rachels

August 17, 2014

What a tragic loss. He was a wonderful person.

D.D

Ami Kurtz

August 17, 2014

So incredibly sorry for this senseless loss. The thoughts and prayers of many, many people are with your family at this time.

Britta Morris

August 17, 2014

George I am so sorry for you and your families lost. Prayers sent your way.

Lance & Amy Irby

August 17, 2014

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.

Mike Holton

August 17, 2014

Bill was a great person. Will miss seeing him at the clock alley at Resolute. We are praying the the Lord help you through this very trying time.

Nick & Marilyn Armento

August 17, 2014

Suzette and family, words cannot express the sorrow felt when you loose someone close to you especially a family member. My prayers are with you and your family that God will be your strength and your light to help you and your family during this difficult time.

Wayne & Melba Moseley

August 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends

George and Rosa Sanders

August 17, 2014

May God grant you the strength and comfort needed at this time.

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